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LGI HomesLGIH +2.48%68 EV-to-OCF is 21.70 as of Aug. 23, 2026. GuruFocus rates LGIH with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of $65.53 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 95 Homebuilding & Construction companies, LGI Homes ranks worse than 85.26% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, LGI Homes's Enterprise Value is $2,877 Mil.
LGI Homes's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $133 Mil. Therefore, LGI Homes's EV-to-OCF for today is 21.70.
The historical rank and industry rank for LGI Homes's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
LGIH'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -307.6 Med: -15.94 Max: 209.76
Current: 21.7
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of LGI Homes was 209.76. The lowest was -307.60. And the median was -15.94.
LGIH's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 85.26% of 95
companies
in the Homebuilding & Construction industry
Industry Median: 6
vs LGIH: 21.70
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
LGI Homes's share price for today is $58.16.
LGI Homes's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $2.850.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
LGI Homes EV-to-OCF Related Terms
LGI Homes EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for LGI Homes's EV-to-OCF can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Residential Construction subindustry, LGI Homes's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
LGI Homes EV-to-OCF vs Homebuilding & Construction Industry
For the Homebuilding & Construction industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, LGI Homes's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where LGI Homes's EV-to-OCF falls into.
LGI Homes's current Enterprise Value is $2,877 Mil.
LGI Homes's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $133 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
LGI Homes (LGIH) has a EV-to-OCF of 21.70 as of Aug. 23, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, LGI Homes ranks #81 out of 95 companies in the Homebuilding & Construction industry, placing it in the top 85.3%.
Is LGI Homes' EV-to-OCF too high?
LGI Homes' current EV-to-OCF is 21.70. The Homebuilding & Construction industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.00. LGI Homes' value of 21.70 is 261.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, LGI Homes ranks #81 out of 95 companies in the Homebuilding & Construction industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, LGI Homes has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does LGI Homes' EV-to-OCF compare to DFH and BXBL?
According to the Homebuilding & Construction industry distribution chart, LGI Homes ranks #81 out of 95 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places LGI Homes in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.00. LGI Homes' value of 21.70 is 261.7% above this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for a Homebuilding & Construction company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Homebuilding & Construction companies is 6.00, based on 95 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. LGI Homes's current EV-to-OCF of 21.70 is 261.7% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Homebuilding & Construction industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 6.00 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. LGI Homes's current EV-to-OCF is 21.70. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is LGI Homes stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, LGI Homes (LGIH) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $65.53, compared to a current price of $58.16 — trading 11.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 21.70 and 261.7% above the Homebuilding & Construction industry median of 6.00. LGI Homes' overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 8 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For LGI Homes (LGIH), the current EV-to-OCF is 21.70 as of Aug. 23, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is LGI Homes (LGIH) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, LGI Homes stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $58.16 is trading 11.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $65.53.
GuruFocus considers LGI Homes to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for LGIH:
EV-to-OCF: 21.70
GF Value™: $65.53 vs. price of $58.16 (11.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 261.7% above the Homebuilding & Construction median (#81 of 95)
No single metric tells the full story. See the LGIH stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
LGI Homes Inc is engaged in the design, construction, and sale of new homes in markets. The company's current product offerings include entry-level homes, including both detached homes and townhomes, and move-up homes sold, which are sold under the LGI Homes brand, and luxury series homes, which are sold under the Terrata Homes brand. It offers a set number of floor plans in each community with features that include upgrades, such as granite countertops, appliances, and ceramic tile flooring. The company has seven operating segments: West, Northwest, Central, Midwest, Florida, Southeast, and Mid-Atlantic. The majority of the revenue is generated from the Central division segment.
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