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Cars.comLTS:0HTZ +16.20%69 EV-to-OCF is 7.08 as of Aug. 09, 2026, which is 37% below its 10-year median of 11.17. GuruFocus rates LTS:0HTZ with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of $18.31 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 561 Interactive Media companies, Cars.com ranks worse than 61.68% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Cars.com's Enterprise Value is $1,073.4 Mil.
Cars.com's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $151.6 Mil. Therefore, Cars.com's EV-to-OCF for today is 7.08.
The historical rank and industry rank for Cars.com's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
LTS:0HTZ'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.44 Med: 11.17 Max: 18.78
Current: 7.08
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Cars.com was 18.78. The lowest was 5.44. And the median was 11.17.
LTS:0HTZ's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 61.68% of 561
companies
in the Interactive Media industry
Industry Median: 3.51
vs LTS:0HTZ: 7.08
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.
Cars.com's share price for today is $13.27.
Cars.com'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 $0.570.
* 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.
Cars.com EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Cars.com EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Cars.com'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 Internet Content & Information subindustry, Cars.com'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.
Cars.com EV-to-OCF vs Interactive Media Industry
For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, Cars.com's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Cars.com's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Cars.com's current Enterprise Value is $1,073.4 Mil.
Cars.com'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 $151.6 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.
Cars.com (LTS:0HTZ) has a EV-to-OCF of 7.08 as of Aug. 09, 2026. This is 37% below median its historical median of 11.17. Over the past decade, Cars.com's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.44 to 18.78. According to the industry distribution chart, Cars.com ranks #346 out of 561 companies in the Interactive Media industry, placing it in the top 61.7%.
Is Cars.com's EV-to-OCF too high?
Cars.com's current EV-to-OCF of 7.08 is 37% below median its 10-year median of 11.17. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.44 to a high of 18.78. The Interactive Media industry median EV-to-OCF is 3.51. Cars.com's value of 7.08 is 101.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cars.com ranks #346 out of 561 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Cars.com has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cars.com's EV-to-OCF compare to NRDS and MAX?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, Cars.com ranks #346 out of 561 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Cars.com in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 3.51. Cars.com's value of 7.08 is 101.7% above this benchmark. Historically, Cars.com's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.44 to 18.78 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.17 vs. the industry median of 3.51, Cars.com 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 an Interactive Media company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Interactive Media companies is 3.51, based on 561 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. Cars.com's current EV-to-OCF of 7.08 is 101.7% 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 Interactive Media industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 3.51 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cars.com's current EV-to-OCF is 7.08, which is 37% below median its own 10-year median of 11.17. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cars.com stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cars.com (LTS:0HTZ) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $18.31, compared to a current price of $13.27 — trading 27.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 7.08, which is 37% below median its 10-year median of 11.17 and 101.7% above the Interactive Media industry median of 3.51. Cars.com's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 5 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 Cars.com (LTS:0HTZ), the current EV-to-OCF is 7.08 as of Aug. 09, 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 Cars.com (LTS:0HTZ) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cars.com stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $13.27 is trading 27.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $18.31.
GuruFocus considers Cars.com to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for LTS:0HTZ:
EV-to-OCF: 7.08 (37% below median its 10-year median of 11.17)
GF Value™: $18.31 vs. price of $13.27 (27.5% below fair value)
Industry Position: 101.7% above the Interactive Media median (#346 of 561)
No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0HTZ stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Cars.com Inc is an audience-powered and data-driven technology platform that simplifies buying and selling cars. The flagship Cars.com marketplace connects consumers to dealerships across the U.S., powering the car-buying experience with artificial intelligence (AI) shopping tools, vehicle reviews and content. Its ecosystem of products enables dealers and OEMs to sell more cars by leveraging the marketplace, dealer websites, trade and appraisal tools and proprietary in-market media solutions. The platform provides shoppers with data, resources and digital tools to make informed buying decisions and connect with automotive retailers. The Company also provides dealerships and OEMs with solutions and data-driven intelligence to reach and influence its 26 million monthly shoppers.
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