Ardelyx (MEX:ARDX) EV-to-OCF: -56.37 (As of Aug. 17, 2026)

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MEX:ARDX Ardelyx Inc MEX:ARDX
66 GF Score
Price MXN99.00
GF Value MXN212.14
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What is Ardelyx EV-to-OCF?

Ardelyx MEX:ARDX 66 EV-to-OCF is -56.37 as of Aug. 17, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:ARDX with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN212.14. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,410 Biotechnology companies, Ardelyx ranks better than 93.26% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Ardelyx's Enterprise Value is MXN17,420 Mil. Ardelyx's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was MXN-309 Mil. Therefore, Ardelyx's EV-to-OCF for today is -56.37.

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

MEX:ARDX' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -74.14   Med: -4.35   Max: 0.7
Current: -59.04

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Ardelyx was 0.70. The lowest was -74.14. And the median was -4.35.

MEX:ARDX's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
93.26% of 1410 companies
in the Biotechnology industry
Industry Median: -3.625 vs MEX:ARDX: -59.04

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 (2026-08-17), Ardelyx's stock price is MXN99.00. Ardelyx's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was MXN-3.883. Therefore, Ardelyx's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Ardelyx  (MEX:ARDX) 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.

Ardelyx's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=99.00/-3.883
=At Loss

Ardelyx's share price for today is MXN99.00.
Ardelyx'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 MXN-3.883.

* 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.


Ardelyx EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Ardelyx EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Ardelyx'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.

Ardelyx EV-to-OCF Chart

Ardelyx Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -0.47 -6.83 -14.63 -24.77 -32.20

Ardelyx Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 -17.05 -24.31 -32.20 -39.97 -71.88

MEX:ARDX vs IMTX, TRAX, AVLN: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Biotechnology subindustry, Ardelyx'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.


Ardelyx EV-to-OCF vs Biotechnology Industry

For the Biotechnology industry and Healthcare sector, Ardelyx's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Ardelyx EV-to-OCF Calculation

Ardelyx's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=17419.920/-309.043
=-56.37

Ardelyx's current Enterprise Value is MXN17,420 Mil.
Ardelyx'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 MXN-309 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 -56.37 mean?
Ardelyx (MEX:ARDX) has a EV-to-OCF of -56.37 as of Aug. 17, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Ardelyx ranks #95 out of 1410 companies in the Biotechnology industry, placing it in the top 6.7%.
Is Ardelyx's EV-to-OCF too high?
Ardelyx's current EV-to-OCF is -56.37. Based on the distribution chart, Ardelyx ranks #95 out of 1410 companies in the Biotechnology industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Ardelyx has a GF Score™ of 66/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ardelyx's EV-to-OCF compare to IMTX and TRAX?
According to the Biotechnology industry distribution chart, Ardelyx ranks #95 out of 1410 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Ardelyx in the top 7% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. 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 Biotechnology company?
A good EV-to-OCF depends on the Biotechnology industry context. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. 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. Ardelyx's current EV-to-OCF is -56.37. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ardelyx stock overvalued right now?
Ardelyx (MEX:ARDX) has a current EV-to-OCF of -56.37. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN212.14, compared to a current price of MXN99.00 — trading 53.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -56.37. Ardelyx's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 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 Ardelyx (MEX:ARDX), the current EV-to-OCF is -56.37 as of Aug. 17, 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 Ardelyx (MEX:ARDX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ardelyx stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN99.00 is trading 53.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN212.14.

Key valuation signals for MEX:ARDX:

  • EV-to-OCF: -56.37
  • GF Value™: MXN212.14 vs. price of MXN99.00 (53.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 66/100 with 5 warning signs

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


Ardelyx Business Description

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Address 400 Fifth Avenue, Suite 210, Waltham, MA, USA, 02451
Ardelyx Inc is a biopharmaceutical company developing and commercialize, first-in-class medicines that meet unmet medical needs. It has developed a platform that enabled the discovery of new biological mechanisms and pathways to develop potent and efficacious therapies that minimize the side effects and drug-drug interactions frequently encountered with traditional, systemically absorbed medicines. Its products Tenapanor, branded as IBSRELA, is used for the treatment of adults with IBS-C. Tenapanor, branded as XPHOZAH, is used to reduce serum phosphorus in adults with CKD on dialysis as add-on therapy in patients who have an inadequate response to phosphate binders or who are intolerant of any dose of phosphate binder therapy.
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