MZTI (The Marzetti Co) EV-to-OCF: 10.58 (As of Sep. 10, 2026) — 52% Below Median

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MZTI The Marzetti Co MZTI
67 GF Score
Price $101.68
GF Value $179.92
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is The Marzetti Co EV-to-OCF?

The Marzetti Co MZTI +0.45% 67 EV-to-OCF is 10.58 as of Sep. 10, 2026, which is 52% below its 10-year median of 22.22. GuruFocus rates MZTI with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of $179.92 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,001 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, The Marzetti Co ranks worse than 59.62% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, The Marzetti Co's Enterprise Value is $3,004 Mil. The Marzetti Co's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $284 Mil. Therefore, The Marzetti Co's EV-to-OCF for today is 10.58.

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

MZTI' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.68   Med: 22.22   Max: 46.4
Current: 10.58

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of The Marzetti Co was 46.40. The lowest was 8.68. And the median was 22.22.

MZTI's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
59.62% of 2001 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 7.98 vs MZTI: 10.58

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 (2026-09-10), The Marzetti Co's stock price is $101.68. The Marzetti Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $6.970. Therefore, The Marzetti Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 14.59.


The Marzetti Co  (NAS:MZTI) 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.

The Marzetti Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=101.68/6.970
=14.59

The Marzetti Co's share price for today is $101.68.
The Marzetti Co'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 $6.970.

* 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.


The Marzetti Co EV-to-OCF Related Terms


The Marzetti Co EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for The Marzetti 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.

The Marzetti Co EV-to-OCF Chart

The Marzetti Co Annual Data
Trend Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25 Jun26
EV-to-OCF
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The Marzetti Co 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 17.79 14.85 14.88 11.40 11.78

MZTI vs FRPT, CENT, POST: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, The Marzetti 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.


The Marzetti Co EV-to-OCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, The Marzetti Co's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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The Marzetti Co EV-to-OCF Calculation

The Marzetti Co's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=3003.633/283.816
=10.58

The Marzetti Co's current Enterprise Value is $3,004 Mil.
The Marzetti Co'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 $284 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 10.58 mean?
The Marzetti Co (MZTI) has a EV-to-OCF of 10.58 as of Sep. 10, 2026. This is 52% below median its historical median of 22.22. Over the past decade, The Marzetti Co's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 8.68 to 46.40. According to the industry distribution chart, The Marzetti Co ranks #1193 out of 2001 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 59.6%.
Is The Marzetti Co's EV-to-OCF too high?
The Marzetti Co's current EV-to-OCF of 10.58 is 52% below median its 10-year median of 22.22. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.68 to a high of 46.40. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.98. The Marzetti Co's value of 10.58 is 32.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, The Marzetti Co ranks #1193 out of 2001 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, The Marzetti Co has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Marzetti Co's EV-to-OCF compare to FRPT and CENT?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, The Marzetti Co ranks #1193 out of 2001 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places The Marzetti Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.98. The Marzetti Co's value of 10.58 is 32.6% above this benchmark. Historically, The Marzetti Co's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 8.68 to 46.40 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 22.22 vs. the industry median of 7.98, The Marzetti Co 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 7.98, based on 2,001 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. The Marzetti Co's current EV-to-OCF of 10.58 is 32.6% 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 Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.98 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. The Marzetti Co's current EV-to-OCF is 10.58, which is 52% below median its own 10-year median of 22.22. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is The Marzetti Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Marzetti Co (MZTI) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $179.92, compared to a current price of $101.68 — trading 43.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 10.58, which is 52% below median its 10-year median of 22.22 and 32.6% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 7.98. The Marzetti Co's overall GF Score™ is 67/100 with 2 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 The Marzetti Co (MZTI), the current EV-to-OCF is 10.58 as of Sep. 10, 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 The Marzetti Co (MZTI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Marzetti Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $101.68 is trading 43.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $179.92. GuruFocus considers The Marzetti Co to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for MZTI:

  • EV-to-OCF: 10.58 (52% below median its 10-year median of 22.22)
  • GF Value™: $179.92 vs. price of $101.68 (43.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 32.6% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#1193 of 2001)

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


The Marzetti Co Business Description

Other Exchanges LC1:Germany
Address 380 Polaris Parkway, Suite 400, Westerville, OH, USA, 43082
The Marzetti Co manufactures and sells specialty food products. Its retail brands include Marzetti, New York Bakery and Sister Schubert's, in addition to exclusive license agreements for Olive Garden dressings, Chick-fil-A sauces and dressings, Buffalo Wild Wings sauces, Arby's sauces, Subway sauces, and Texas Roadhouse steak sauces and frozen rolls. Its foodservice business supplies many of the top restaurant chains in the United States with dressings, sauces, breads and frozen pastas. The company has two reportable segments: Retail and Foodservice, of which it derives maximum revenue from Retail segment.
67GF Score

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