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Boston Beer CoMEX:SAM 73 EV-to-OCF is 6.60 as of Jul. 19, 2026, which is 63% below its 10-year median of 18.05. GuruFocus rates MEX:SAM with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN4,705.68 (Significantly Undervalued). Among 210 Beverages - Alcoholic companies, Boston Beer Co ranks better than 62.38% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Boston Beer Co's Enterprise Value is MXN30,353 Mil.
Boston Beer Co's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN4,600 Mil. Therefore, Boston Beer Co's EV-to-OCF for today is 6.60.
The historical rank and industry rank for Boston Beer Co's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
MEX:SAM'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1078.48 Med: 18.05 Max: 114.41
Current: 6.99
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Boston Beer Co was 114.41. The lowest was -1078.48. And the median was 18.05.
MEX:SAM's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 62.38% of 210
companies
in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry
Industry Median: 9.395
vs MEX:SAM: 6.99
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.
Boston Beer Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Boston Beer Co's share price for today is MXN3295.00.
Boston Beer Co'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 MXN-102.762.
* 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.
Boston Beer Co EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Boston Beer Co EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Boston Beer Co'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 Beverages - Brewers subindustry, Boston Beer Co'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.
Boston Beer Co EV-to-OCF vs Beverages - Alcoholic Industry
For the Beverages - Alcoholic industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Boston Beer Co's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Boston Beer Co's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Boston Beer Co's current Enterprise Value is MXN30,353 Mil.
Boston Beer Co'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 MXN4,600 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.
Boston Beer Co (MEX:SAM) has a EV-to-OCF of 6.60 as of Jul. 19, 2026. This is 63% below median its historical median of 18.05. According to the industry distribution chart, Boston Beer Co ranks #79 out of 210 companies in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry, placing it in the top 37.6%.
Is Boston Beer Co's EV-to-OCF too high?
Boston Beer Co's current EV-to-OCF of 6.60 is 63% below median its 10-year median of 18.05. The Beverages - Alcoholic industry median EV-to-OCF is 9.40. Boston Beer Co's value of 6.60 is 29.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Boston Beer Co ranks #79 out of 210 companies in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Boston Beer Co has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Boston Beer Co's EV-to-OCF compare to TAP and BUD?
According to the Beverages - Alcoholic industry distribution chart, Boston Beer Co ranks #79 out of 210 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Boston Beer Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 9.40. Boston Beer Co's value of 6.60 is 29.7% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 18.05 vs. the industry median of 9.40, Boston Beer Co 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 Beverages - Alcoholic company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Beverages - Alcoholic companies is 9.40, based on 210 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. Boston Beer Co's current EV-to-OCF of 6.60 is 29.7% 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 Beverages - Alcoholic industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 9.40 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Boston Beer Co's current EV-to-OCF is 6.60, which is 63% below median its own 10-year median of 18.05. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Boston Beer Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Boston Beer Co (MEX:SAM) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN4,705.68, compared to a current price of MXN3,295.00 — trading 30% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 6.60, which is 63% below median its 10-year median of 18.05 and 29.7% below the Beverages - Alcoholic industry median of 9.40. Boston Beer Co's overall GF Score™ is 73/100. 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 Boston Beer Co (MEX:SAM), the current EV-to-OCF is 6.60 as of Jul. 19, 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 Boston Beer Co (MEX:SAM) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Boston Beer Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of MXN3,295.00 is trading 30% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN4,705.68.
GuruFocus considers Boston Beer Co to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for MEX:SAM:
EV-to-OCF: 6.60 (63% below median its 10-year median of 18.05)
GF Value™: MXN4,705.68 vs. price of MXN3,295.00 (30% below fair value)
Industry Position: 29.7% below the Beverages - Alcoholic median (#79 of 210)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:SAM stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Boston Beer is a top player in high-end malt beverages and adjacent categories in the US, with strong positions in craft beer, flavored malt beverages, hard cider, and hard seltzer. The bulk of volume and revenue is concentrated in four brands: Samuel Adams, Angry Orchard, Twisted Tea, and Truly. Beverages are produced using a hybrid model leveraging both in-house capacities and third-party breweries through contract arrangements. While the firm is required to use distributors to reach end markets, including retailers and on-premises operators, it also employs 500 internal sales representatives to educate the market about its products. The firm generates almost all sales in the US.
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