PSMT (Pricesmart) EV-to-OCF: 20.03 (As of Aug. 13, 2026) — 45% Above Median

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PSMT Pricesmart Inc PSMT
85 GF Score
Price $177.93
GF Value $108.15
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is Pricesmart EV-to-OCF?

Pricesmart PSMT +2.74% 85 EV-to-OCF is 20.03 as of Aug. 13, 2026, which is 45% above its 10-year median of 13.84. GuruFocus rates PSMT with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of $108.15 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 314 Retail - Defensive companies, Pricesmart ranks worse than 85.35% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Pricesmart's Enterprise Value is $5,494 Mil. Pricesmart's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $274 Mil. Therefore, Pricesmart's EV-to-OCF for today is 20.03.

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

PSMT' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.45   Med: 13.84   Max: 30.99
Current: 20.03

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Pricesmart was 30.99. The lowest was 7.45. And the median was 13.84.

PSMT's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
85.35% of 314 companies
in the Retail - Defensive industry
Industry Median: 7.49 vs PSMT: 20.03

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 (2026-08-13), Pricesmart's stock price is $177.925. Pricesmart's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $5.210. Therefore, Pricesmart's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 34.15.


Pricesmart  (NAS:PSMT) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=177.925/5.210
=34.15

Pricesmart's share price for today is $177.925.
Pricesmart's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $5.210.

* 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.


Pricesmart EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Pricesmart EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Pricesmart'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.

Pricesmart EV-to-OCF Chart

Pricesmart Annual Data
Trend Aug16 Aug17 Aug18 Aug19 Aug20 Aug21 Aug22 Aug23 Aug24 Aug25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 20.59 16.26 9.36 13.34 12.68

Pricesmart Quarterly Data
Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Aug24 Nov24 Feb25 May25 Aug25 Nov25 Feb26 May26
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 14.96 12.68 12.92 17.83 19.15

PSMT vs TBBB, OLLI, BJ: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Discount Stores subindustry, Pricesmart'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.


Pricesmart EV-to-OCF vs Retail - Defensive Industry

For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Pricesmart's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Pricesmart EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=5494.122/274.357
=20.03

Pricesmart's current Enterprise Value is $5,494 Mil.
Pricesmart's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $274 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 20.03 mean?
Pricesmart (PSMT) has a EV-to-OCF of 20.03 as of Aug. 13, 2026. This is 45% above median its historical median of 13.84. Over the past decade, Pricesmart's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.45 to 30.99. According to the industry distribution chart, Pricesmart ranks #268 out of 314 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, placing it in the top 85.4%.
Is Pricesmart's EV-to-OCF too high?
Pricesmart's current EV-to-OCF of 20.03 is 45% above median its 10-year median of 13.84. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.45 to a high of 30.99. The Retail - Defensive industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.49. Pricesmart's value of 20.03 is 167.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Pricesmart ranks #268 out of 314 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Pricesmart has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pricesmart's EV-to-OCF compare to TBBB and OLLI?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, Pricesmart ranks #268 out of 314 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Pricesmart in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.49. Pricesmart's value of 20.03 is 167.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Pricesmart's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.45 to 30.99 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 13.84 vs. the industry median of 7.49, Pricesmart 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 Retail - Defensive company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Retail - Defensive companies is 7.49, based on 314 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. Pricesmart's current EV-to-OCF of 20.03 is 167.4% 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 Retail - Defensive industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.49 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Pricesmart's current EV-to-OCF is 20.03, which is 45% above median its own 10-year median of 13.84. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Pricesmart stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pricesmart (PSMT) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $108.15, compared to a current price of $177.93 — trading 64.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 20.03, which is 45% above median its 10-year median of 13.84 and 167.4% above the Retail - Defensive industry median of 7.49. Pricesmart's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Pricesmart (PSMT), the current EV-to-OCF is 20.03 as of Aug. 13, 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 Pricesmart (PSMT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pricesmart stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $177.93 is trading 64.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $108.15. GuruFocus considers Pricesmart to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for PSMT:

  • EV-to-OCF: 20.03 (45% above median its 10-year median of 13.84)
  • GF Value™: $108.15 vs. price of $177.93 (64.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 167.4% above the Retail - Defensive median (#268 of 314)

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


Pricesmart Business Description

Other Exchanges PS8:Germany
Address 9797 Aero Drive, Suite 100, San Diego, CA, USA, 92123
Pricesmart Inc is principally engaged in operating U.S.-style membership shopping warehouse clubs that offer consumer goods at low prices. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California, United States, and operates stores in the Caribbean, Costa Rica, Panama, and other regions. The company's revenue consists of net warehouse club sales from merchandise sales, membership income from annual membership fees, export sales, and other income. Its operations consist of four reportable segments; Central America, the Caribbean, Colombia, and the United States. A majority of the company's revenue is derived from Central America.
85GF Score

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