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Live VenturesLIVE +3.30%60 EV-to-OCF is 9.51 as of Jul. 27, 2026, which is 7% below its 10-year median of 10.26. GuruFocus rates LIVE with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of $16.37 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,133 Retail - Cyclical companies, Live Ventures ranks worse than 59.14% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Live Ventures's Enterprise Value is $248.3 Mil.
Live Ventures's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $26.1 Mil. Therefore, Live Ventures's EV-to-OCF for today is 9.51.
The historical rank and industry rank for Live Ventures's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
LIVE'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.75 Med: 10.26 Max: 36.88
Current: 9.51
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Live Ventures was 36.88. The lowest was 3.75. And the median was 10.26.
LIVE's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 59.14% of 1133
companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 7.02
vs LIVE: 9.51
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.
Live Ventures's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Live Ventures's share price for today is $10.01.
Live Ventures's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.380.
* 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.
Live Ventures EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Live Ventures EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Live Ventures'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 Home Improvement Retail subindustry, Live Ventures'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.
Live Ventures EV-to-OCF vs Retail - Cyclical Industry
For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Live Ventures's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Live Ventures's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Live Ventures's current Enterprise Value is $248.3 Mil.
Live Ventures's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $26.1 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.
Live Ventures (LIVE) has a EV-to-OCF of 9.51 as of Jul. 27, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 10.26. Over the past decade, Live Ventures' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 3.75 to 36.88. According to the industry distribution chart, Live Ventures ranks #670 out of 1133 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 59.1%.
Is Live Ventures' EV-to-OCF too high?
Live Ventures' current EV-to-OCF of 9.51 is near median its 10-year median of 10.26. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.75 to a high of 36.88. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.02. Live Ventures' value of 9.51 is 35.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Live Ventures ranks #670 out of 1133 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Live Ventures has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Live Ventures' EV-to-OCF compare to TTSH and HD?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Live Ventures ranks #670 out of 1133 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Live Ventures in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.02. Live Ventures' value of 9.51 is 35.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Live Ventures' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 3.75 to 36.88 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.26 vs. the industry median of 7.02, Live Ventures has consistently been above the industry average. 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Retail - Cyclical companies is 7.02, based on 1,133 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. Live Ventures's current EV-to-OCF of 9.51 is 35.5% 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 Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.02 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Live Ventures's current EV-to-OCF is 9.51, which is near median its own 10-year median of 10.26. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Live Ventures stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Live Ventures (LIVE) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $16.37, compared to a current price of $10.01 — trading 38.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 9.51, which is near median its 10-year median of 10.26 and 35.5% above the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 7.02. Live Ventures' overall GF Score™ is 60/100 with 9 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 Live Ventures (LIVE), the current EV-to-OCF is 9.51 as of Jul. 27, 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 Live Ventures (LIVE) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Live Ventures stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $10.01 is trading 38.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of $16.37.
GuruFocus considers Live Ventures to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for LIVE:
EV-to-OCF: 9.51 (near median its 10-year median of 10.26)
GF Value™: $16.37 vs. price of $10.01 (38.9% below fair value)
Industry Position: 35.5% above the Retail - Cyclical median (#670 of 1133)
No single metric tells the full story. See the LIVE stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Live Ventures Inc is a holding company of diversified businesses. It acquires and operates companies with a history of earnings power across five segments: Retail-Entertainment, Retail-Flooring, Flooring Manufacturing, Steel Manufacturing, and Corporate & Other. Retail-Entertainment offers new and pre-owned movies, video games, music, books, comics and collectibles through an integrated buy-sell-trade model. Retail-Flooring is a retailer and installer of flooring, carpeting, and countertops, serving consumers, builders, and contractors. Flooring Manufacturing produces and distributes carpet and hard-surface flooring. Steel Manufacturing engages in steel production and fabrication, generating the majority of revenue. Corporate & Other covers corporate costs and legacy products and services.
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