Vertex Pharmaceuticals (MEX:VRTX) EV-to-OCF: 26.36 (As of Jul. 30, 2026) — Near Median

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MEX:VRTX Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc MEX:VRTX
93 GF Score
Price MXN8,192.11
GF Value MXN8,595.67
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Vertex Pharmaceuticals EV-to-OCF?

Vertex Pharmaceuticals MEX:VRTX 93 EV-to-OCF is 26.36 as of Jul. 30, 2026, which is 3% above its 10-year median of 25.62. GuruFocus rates MEX:VRTX with a GF Score™ of 93/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN8,595.67 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,410 Biotechnology companies, Vertex Pharmaceuticals ranks worse than 92.13% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Vertex Pharmaceuticals's Enterprise Value is MXN2,047,834 Mil. Vertex Pharmaceuticals's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN77,697 Mil. Therefore, Vertex Pharmaceuticals's EV-to-OCF for today is 26.36.

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

MEX:VRTX' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3465.93   Med: 25.62   Max: 185.95
Current: 27.69

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Vertex Pharmaceuticals was 185.95. The lowest was -3465.93. And the median was 25.62.

MEX:VRTX's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
92.13% of 1410 companies
in the Biotechnology industry
Industry Median: -3.2 vs MEX:VRTX: 27.69

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 (2026-07-30), Vertex Pharmaceuticals's stock price is MXN8192.11. Vertex Pharmaceuticals's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN308.966. Therefore, Vertex Pharmaceuticals's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 26.51.


Vertex Pharmaceuticals  (MEX:VRTX) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=8192.11/308.966
=26.51

Vertex Pharmaceuticals's share price for today is MXN8192.11.
Vertex Pharmaceuticals'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 MXN308.966.

* 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.


Vertex Pharmaceuticals EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Vertex Pharmaceuticals EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Vertex Pharmaceuticals'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.

Vertex Pharmaceuticals EV-to-OCF Chart

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Vertex Pharmaceuticals Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 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 -122.44 28.40 25.55 30.45 25.52

MEX:VRTX vs REGN, RVMD, ALNY: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Biotechnology subindustry, Vertex Pharmaceuticals'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.


Vertex Pharmaceuticals EV-to-OCF vs Biotechnology Industry

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

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


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Vertex Pharmaceuticals EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=2047833.936/77697.443
=26.36

Vertex Pharmaceuticals's current Enterprise Value is MXN2,047,834 Mil.
Vertex Pharmaceuticals'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 MXN77,697 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 26.36 mean?
Vertex Pharmaceuticals (MEX:VRTX) has a EV-to-OCF of 26.36 as of Jul. 30, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 25.62. According to the industry distribution chart, Vertex Pharmaceuticals ranks #1299 out of 1410 companies in the Biotechnology industry, placing it in the top 92.1%.
Is Vertex Pharmaceuticals' EV-to-OCF too high?
Vertex Pharmaceuticals' current EV-to-OCF of 26.36 is near median its 10-year median of 25.62. Based on the distribution chart, Vertex Pharmaceuticals ranks #1299 out of 1410 companies in the Biotechnology industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Vertex Pharmaceuticals has a GF Score™ of 93/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Vertex Pharmaceuticals' EV-to-OCF compare to REGN and RVMD?
According to the Biotechnology industry distribution chart, Vertex Pharmaceuticals ranks #1299 out of 1410 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Vertex Pharmaceuticals in the lower half of its industry. 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. Vertex Pharmaceuticals's current EV-to-OCF is 26.36, which is near median its own 10-year median of 25.62. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Vertex Pharmaceuticals stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vertex Pharmaceuticals (MEX:VRTX) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN8,595.67, compared to a current price of MXN8,192.11 — trading 4.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 26.36, which is near median its 10-year median of 25.62. Vertex Pharmaceuticals' overall GF Score™ is 93/100 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 Vertex Pharmaceuticals (MEX:VRTX), the current EV-to-OCF is 26.36 as of Jul. 30, 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 Vertex Pharmaceuticals (MEX:VRTX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vertex Pharmaceuticals stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN8,192.11 is trading 4.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN8,595.67. GuruFocus considers Vertex Pharmaceuticals to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:VRTX:

  • EV-to-OCF: 26.36 (near median its 10-year median of 25.62)
  • GF Value™: MXN8,595.67 vs. price of MXN8,192.11 (4.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 93/100 with 5 warning signs

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


Vertex Pharmaceuticals Business Description

Address 50 Northern Avenue, Boston, MA, USA, 02210
Vertex Pharmaceuticals is a global biotechnology company that discovers and develops small-molecule drugs for the treatment of serious diseases. Its key drugs are Kalydeco, Orkambi, Symdeko, and Trikafta/Kaftrio, and Alyftrek for cystic fibrosis, where Vertex therapies remain the standard of care globally. Vertex has diversified its portfolio through Casgevy, a gene-editing therapy for beta thalassemia and sickle-cell disease, and Journavx, a non-opioid pain medication approved for the treatment of moderate-to-severe acute pain in adults. Additionally, Vertex is evaluating small-molecule inhibitors of APOL1-mediated kidney diseases. Vertex is also investigating cell therapies to deliver a potential functional cure for type 1 diabetes.
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