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Ralph LaurenRL -0.44%87 EV-to-OCF is 20.20 as of Jul. 29, 2026, which is 67% above its 10-year median of 12.11. GuruFocus rates RL with a GF Score™ of 87/100 and a GF Value™ of $265.75 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,069 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies, Ralph Lauren ranks worse than 78.95% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Ralph Lauren's Enterprise Value is $23,311 Mil.
Ralph Lauren's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,154 Mil. Therefore, Ralph Lauren's EV-to-OCF for today is 20.20.
The historical rank and industry rank for Ralph Lauren's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
RL'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.96 Med: 12.11 Max: 36.75
Current: 20.2
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Ralph Lauren was 36.75. The lowest was 4.96. And the median was 12.11.
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.
Ralph Lauren's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Ralph Lauren's share price for today is $375.81.
Ralph Lauren'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 $15.110.
* 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.
Ralph Lauren EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Ralph Lauren EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Ralph Lauren'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 Apparel Manufacturing subindustry, Ralph Lauren'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.
Ralph Lauren EV-to-OCF vs Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories Industry
For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Ralph Lauren's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Ralph Lauren's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Ralph Lauren's current Enterprise Value is $23,311 Mil.
Ralph Lauren'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 $1,154 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.
Ralph Lauren (RL) has a EV-to-OCF of 20.20 as of Jul. 29, 2026. This is 67% above median its historical median of 12.11. Over the past decade, Ralph Lauren's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.96 to 36.75. According to the industry distribution chart, Ralph Lauren ranks #844 out of 1069 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, placing it in the top 79%.
Is Ralph Lauren's EV-to-OCF too high?
Ralph Lauren's current EV-to-OCF of 20.20 is 67% above median its 10-year median of 12.11. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.96 to a high of 36.75. The Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.79. Ralph Lauren's value of 20.20 is 197.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Ralph Lauren ranks #844 out of 1069 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Ralph Lauren has a GF Score™ of 87/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ralph Lauren's EV-to-OCF compare to LEVI and VFC?
According to the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry distribution chart, Ralph Lauren ranks #844 out of 1069 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Ralph Lauren in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.79. Ralph Lauren's value of 20.20 is 197.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Ralph Lauren's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.96 to 36.75 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.11 vs. the industry median of 6.79, Ralph Lauren 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 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies is 6.79, based on 1,069 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. Ralph Lauren's current EV-to-OCF of 20.20 is 197.5% 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 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 6.79 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Ralph Lauren's current EV-to-OCF is 20.20, which is 67% above median its own 10-year median of 12.11. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ralph Lauren stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ralph Lauren (RL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $265.75, compared to a current price of $375.81 — trading 41.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 20.20, which is 67% above median its 10-year median of 12.11 and 197.5% above the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median of 6.79. Ralph Lauren's overall GF Score™ is 87/100 with 6 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 Ralph Lauren (RL), the current EV-to-OCF is 20.20 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 Ralph Lauren (RL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ralph Lauren stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $375.81 is trading 41.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $265.75.
GuruFocus considers Ralph Lauren to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for RL:
EV-to-OCF: 20.20 (67% above median its 10-year median of 12.11)
GF Value™: $265.75 vs. price of $375.81 (41.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 197.5% above the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories median (#844 of 1069)
No single metric tells the full story. See the RL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Founded by designer Ralph Lauren (current executive chairman and chief creative officer) in 1967 in New York City, Ralph Lauren Corp. designs, markets, and distributes lifestyle merchandise in North America (41% of fiscal 2026 sales), Europe (31%), and Asia (26%). Best known for its iconic polo shirts, its products also include other types of apparel, footwear, eyewear, jewelry, handbags, home goods, and fragrances. The company's brands include Ralph Lauren Collection, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Lauren Ralph Lauren. Distribution channels for Ralph Lauren include wholesale (department stores and specialty stores), retail (company-owned retail stores and e-commerce), and licensing.
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