United Rentals (MEX:URI) EV-to-OCF: 14.14 (As of Jul. 29, 2026) — 50% Above Median

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MEX:URI United Rentals Inc MEX:URI
87 GF Score
Price MXN19,820.00
GF Value MXN15,844.23
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is United Rentals EV-to-OCF?

United Rentals MEX:URI 87 EV-to-OCF is 14.14 as of Jul. 29, 2026, which is 50% above its 10-year median of 9.45. GuruFocus rates MEX:URI with a GF Score™ of 87/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN15,844.23 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,089 Business Services companies, United Rentals ranks worse than 73.92% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, United Rentals's Enterprise Value is MXN1,453,579 Mil. United Rentals's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was MXN102,832 Mil. Therefore, United Rentals's EV-to-OCF for today is 14.14.

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

MEX:URI' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.75   Med: 9.45   Max: 16.21
Current: 14.49

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of United Rentals was 16.21. The lowest was 5.75. And the median was 9.45.

MEX:URI's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
73.92% of 1089 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.14 vs MEX:URI: 14.49

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 (2026-07-29), United Rentals's stock price is MXN19820.00. United Rentals's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was MXN746.043. Therefore, United Rentals's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 26.57.


United Rentals  (MEX:URI) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=19820.00/746.043
=26.57

United Rentals's share price for today is MXN19820.00.
United Rentals'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 MXN746.043.

* 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.


United Rentals EV-to-OCF Related Terms


United Rentals EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for United Rentals'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.

United Rentals EV-to-OCF Chart

United Rentals 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 9.33 8.29 10.81 13.27 12.77

United Rentals 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 12.48 15.17 12.77 11.47 14.96

MEX:URI vs SUNB, AER, UHAL: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Rental & Leasing Services subindustry, United Rentals'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.


United Rentals EV-to-OCF vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, United Rentals's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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United Rentals EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=1453579.305/102832.326
=14.14

United Rentals's current Enterprise Value is MXN1,453,579 Mil.
United Rentals'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 MXN102,832 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 14.14 mean?
United Rentals (MEX:URI) has a EV-to-OCF of 14.14 as of Jul. 29, 2026. This is 50% above median its historical median of 9.45. Over the past decade, United Rentals' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.75 to 16.21. According to the industry distribution chart, United Rentals ranks #805 out of 1089 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 73.9%.
Is United Rentals' EV-to-OCF too high?
United Rentals' current EV-to-OCF of 14.14 is 50% above median its 10-year median of 9.45. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.75 to a high of 16.21. The Business Services industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.14. United Rentals' value of 14.14 is 98% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, United Rentals ranks #805 out of 1089 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, United Rentals has a GF Score™ of 87/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does United Rentals' EV-to-OCF compare to SUNB and AER?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, United Rentals ranks #805 out of 1089 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places United Rentals in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.14. United Rentals' value of 14.14 is 98% above this benchmark. Historically, United Rentals' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.75 to 16.21 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.45 vs. the industry median of 7.14, United Rentals 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Business Services companies is 7.14, based on 1,089 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. United Rentals's current EV-to-OCF of 14.14 is 98% 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 Business Services industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.14 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. United Rentals's current EV-to-OCF is 14.14, which is 50% above median its own 10-year median of 9.45. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is United Rentals stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, United Rentals (MEX:URI) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN15,844.23, compared to a current price of MXN19,820.00 — trading 25.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 14.14, which is 50% above median its 10-year median of 9.45 and 98% above the Business Services industry median of 7.14. United Rentals' overall GF Score™ is 87/100 with 8 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 United Rentals (MEX:URI), the current EV-to-OCF is 14.14 as of Jul. 29, 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 United Rentals (MEX:URI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, United Rentals stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN19,820.00 is trading 25.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN15,844.23. GuruFocus considers United Rentals to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:URI:

  • EV-to-OCF: 14.14 (50% above median its 10-year median of 9.45)
  • GF Value™: MXN15,844.23 vs. price of MXN19,820.00 (25.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 87/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 98% above the Business Services median (#805 of 1089)

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


United Rentals Business Description

Address 100 First Stamford Place, Suite 700, Stamford, CT, USA, 06902
United Rentals is the world's largest equipment rental company, principally operating in the US and Canada. It has 16% share in a highly fragmented market serving general industrial (49%), commercial construction (46%), and residential construction (5%). The company operates a $21 billion fleet of equipment, including aerial platforms, forklifts, excavators, trucks, power generators, and various other materials serving local and national accounts from nearly 1,600 locations in North America and 100 abroad. It has pursued a strategy of bundling specialty rental capabilities to offer its customers more advanced solutions in addition to its core equipment rental business, supporting its ambitions to become a one-stop shop for customers and enhance and maintain its margin profile.
87GF Score

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