MBPFF (Mitchells & Butlers) EV-to-OCF: 7.64 (As of Aug. 09, 2026) — 40% Below Median

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MBPFF Mitchells & Butlers PLC MBPFF
84 GF Score
Price $3.77
GF Value $3.54
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Mitchells & Butlers EV-to-OCF?

Mitchells & Butlers MBPFF 84 EV-to-OCF is 7.64 as of Aug. 09, 2026, which is 40% below its 10-year median of 12.64. GuruFocus rates MBPFF with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of $3.54 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 363 Restaurants companies, Mitchells & Butlers ranks better than 61.16% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Mitchells & Butlers's Enterprise Value is $3,825 Mil. Mitchells & Butlers's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $501 Mil. Therefore, Mitchells & Butlers's EV-to-OCF for today is 7.64.

The historical rank and industry rank for Mitchells & Butlers's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

MBPFF' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.06   Med: 12.64   Max: 132.81
Current: 7.6

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Mitchells & Butlers was 132.81. The lowest was 7.06. And the median was 12.64.

MBPFF's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
61.16% of 363 companies
in the Restaurants industry
Industry Median: 10.2 vs MBPFF: 7.60

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.

As of today (2026-08-09), Mitchells & Butlers's stock price is $3.77. Mitchells & Butlers's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.410. Therefore, Mitchells & Butlers's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 9.20.


Mitchells & Butlers  (OTCPK:MBPFF) EV-to-OCF Explanation

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.

Mitchells & Butlers's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=3.77/0.410
=9.20

Mitchells & Butlers's share price for today is $3.77.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Mitchells & Butlers's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.410.

* 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.


Mitchells & Butlers EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Mitchells & Butlers EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Mitchells & Butlers'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.

Mitchells & Butlers EV-to-OCF Chart

Mitchells & Butlers Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-OCF
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Mitchells & Butlers Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.00 8.31 0.00 7.49 0.00

MBPFF vs MCD, SBUX, YUM: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Restaurants subindustry, Mitchells & Butlers'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.


Mitchells & Butlers EV-to-OCF vs Restaurants Industry

For the Restaurants industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Mitchells & Butlers's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Mitchells & Butlers's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Mitchells & Butlers EV-to-OCF Calculation

Mitchells & Butlers's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=3824.873/500.865
=7.64

Mitchells & Butlers's current Enterprise Value is $3,825 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Mitchells & Butlers's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $501 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of 7.64 mean?
Mitchells & Butlers (MBPFF) has a EV-to-OCF of 7.64 as of Aug. 09, 2026. This is 40% below median its historical median of 12.64. Over the past decade, Mitchells & Butlers' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.06 to 132.81. According to the industry distribution chart, Mitchells & Butlers ranks #141 out of 363 companies in the Restaurants industry, placing it in the top 38.8%.
Is Mitchells & Butlers' EV-to-OCF too high?
Mitchells & Butlers' current EV-to-OCF of 7.64 is 40% below median its 10-year median of 12.64. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.06 to a high of 132.81. The Restaurants industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.20. Mitchells & Butlers' value of 7.64 is 25.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Mitchells & Butlers ranks #141 out of 363 companies in the Restaurants industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Mitchells & Butlers has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Mitchells & Butlers' EV-to-OCF compare to MCD and SBUX?
According to the Restaurants industry distribution chart, Mitchells & Butlers ranks #141 out of 363 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Mitchells & Butlers in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.20. Mitchells & Butlers' value of 7.64 is 25.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Mitchells & Butlers' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.06 to 132.81 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.64 vs. the industry median of 10.20, Mitchells & Butlers has consistently been below 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 Restaurants company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Restaurants companies is 10.20, based on 363 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. Mitchells & Butlers's current EV-to-OCF of 7.64 is 25.1% below 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 Restaurants industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 10.20 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Mitchells & Butlers's current EV-to-OCF is 7.64, which is 40% below median its own 10-year median of 12.64. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Mitchells & Butlers stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Mitchells & Butlers (MBPFF) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $3.54, compared to a current price of $3.77 — trading 6.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 7.64, which is 40% below median its 10-year median of 12.64 and 25.1% below the Restaurants industry median of 10.20. Mitchells & Butlers' overall GF Score™ is 84/100 with 6 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 Mitchells & Butlers (MBPFF), the current EV-to-OCF is 7.64 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 Mitchells & Butlers (MBPFF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Mitchells & Butlers stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $3.77 is trading 6.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $3.54. GuruFocus considers Mitchells & Butlers to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for MBPFF:

  • EV-to-OCF: 7.64 (40% below median its 10-year median of 12.64)
  • GF Value™: $3.54 vs. price of $3.77 (6.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 25.1% below the Restaurants median (#141 of 363)

No single metric tells the full story. See the MBPFF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Mitchells & Butlers Business Description

Other Exchanges MABl:UKMAB:UKMABB:Germany
Address 27 Fleet Street, Birmingham, GBR, B3 1JP
Mitchells & Butlers PLC operates and manages pubs and pub restaurants in the United Kingdom and Germany. The group's properties operate under the brands Vintage Inns, Stonehouse, Toby Carvery, Harvester, Sizzling Pub Co., All Bar One, Ember Inns, and others. Its geographic segments include the UK and Germany of which it generates the majority of its revenue from the UK.
84GF Score

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