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The Scotts Miracle Gro CoSMG -0.20%68 EV-to-OCF is 15.27 as of Aug. 23, 2026, which is 20% below its 10-year median of 19.10. GuruFocus rates SMG with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of $60.62 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 260 Agriculture companies, The Scotts Miracle Gro Co ranks worse than 71.15% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for The Scotts Miracle Gro Co's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
SMG'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -168.58 Med: 19.1 Max: 65.14
Current: 15.27
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of The Scotts Miracle Gro Co was 65.14. The lowest was -168.58. And the median was 19.10.
SMG's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 71.15% of 260
companies
in the Agriculture industry
Industry Median: 8.025
vs SMG: 15.27
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 Scotts Miracle Gro Co (NYSE:SMG) 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 Scotts Miracle Gro Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
The Scotts Miracle Gro Co's share price for today is $61.01.
The Scotts Miracle Gro 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 $1.150.
* 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 Scotts Miracle Gro Co EV-to-OCF Related Terms
The Scotts Miracle Gro Co EV-to-OCF Historical Data
* 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 Agricultural Inputs subindustry, The Scotts Miracle Gro 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 Scotts Miracle Gro Co EV-to-OCF vs Agriculture Industry
For the Agriculture industry and Basic Materials sector, The Scotts Miracle Gro Co's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where The Scotts Miracle Gro Co's EV-to-OCF falls into.
The Scotts Miracle Gro Co's current Enterprise Value is $5,638 Mil.
The Scotts Miracle Gro 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 $369 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.
The Scotts Miracle Gro Co (SMG) has a EV-to-OCF of 15.27 as of Aug. 23, 2026. This is 20% below median its historical median of 19.10. According to the industry distribution chart, The Scotts Miracle Gro Co ranks #185 out of 260 companies in the Agriculture industry, placing it in the top 71.2%.
Is The Scotts Miracle Gro Co's EV-to-OCF too high?
The Scotts Miracle Gro Co's current EV-to-OCF of 15.27 is 20% below median its 10-year median of 19.10. The Agriculture industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.03. The Scotts Miracle Gro Co's value of 15.27 is 90.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, The Scotts Miracle Gro Co ranks #185 out of 260 companies in the Agriculture industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, The Scotts Miracle Gro Co has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Scotts Miracle Gro Co's EV-to-OCF compare to FMC and UAN?
According to the Agriculture industry distribution chart, The Scotts Miracle Gro Co ranks #185 out of 260 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places The Scotts Miracle Gro Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.03. The Scotts Miracle Gro Co's value of 15.27 is 90.3% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 19.10 vs. the industry median of 8.03, The Scotts Miracle Gro 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 an Agriculture company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Agriculture companies is 8.03, based on 260 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 Scotts Miracle Gro Co's current EV-to-OCF of 15.27 is 90.3% 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 Agriculture industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.03 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. The Scotts Miracle Gro Co's current EV-to-OCF is 15.27, which is 20% below median its own 10-year median of 19.10. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is The Scotts Miracle Gro Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Scotts Miracle Gro Co (SMG) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $60.62, compared to a current price of $61.01 — trading 0.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 15.27, which is 20% below median its 10-year median of 19.10 and 90.3% above the Agriculture industry median of 8.03. The Scotts Miracle Gro Co's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 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 The Scotts Miracle Gro Co (SMG), the current EV-to-OCF is 15.27 as of Aug. 23, 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 Scotts Miracle Gro Co (SMG) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Scotts Miracle Gro Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $61.01 is trading 0.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $60.62.
GuruFocus considers The Scotts Miracle Gro Co to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for SMG:
EV-to-OCF: 15.27 (20% below median its 10-year median of 19.10)
GF Value™: $60.62 vs. price of $61.01 (0.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 90.3% above the Agriculture median (#185 of 260)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SMG stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Scotts Miracle-Gro is the largest purveyor of home lawn and gardening products in the US. The company sells a broad range of lawncare products, including grass seed, fertilizer, and lawn-related weed, animal, and disease control. US consumer typically generates the vast majority of companywide revenue and profits. Its lawncare and gardening products are well-recognized brands in the US, including Scotts, Miracle-Gro, Roundup, Ortho, and Tomcat. Over half of revenue typically comes from Home Depot and Lowe's, as Scotts' products are featured at both home improvement retailers.
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