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Suburban Propane Partners LPSPH +0.27%57 EV-to-OCF is 12.61 as of Aug. 02, 2026, which is 1% above its 10-year median of 12.44. GuruFocus rates SPH with a GF Score™ of 57/100 and a GF Value™ of $18.09 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 507 Utilities - Regulated companies, Suburban Propane Partners LP ranks worse than 57.59% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Suburban Propane Partners LP's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
SPH'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.97 Med: 12.44 Max: 21.5
Current: 12.61
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Suburban Propane Partners LP was 21.50. The lowest was 8.97. And the median was 12.44.
SPH's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 57.59% of 507
companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 10.73
vs SPH: 12.61
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.
Suburban Propane Partners LP's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Suburban Propane Partners LP's share price for today is $18.66.
Suburban Propane Partners LP'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 $1.990.
* 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.
Suburban Propane Partners LP EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Suburban Propane Partners LP 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 Utilities - Regulated Gas subindustry, Suburban Propane Partners LP'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.
Suburban Propane Partners LP EV-to-OCF vs Utilities - Regulated Industry
For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, Suburban Propane Partners LP's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Suburban Propane Partners LP's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Suburban Propane Partners LP's current Enterprise Value is $2,598 Mil.
Suburban Propane Partners LP'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 $206 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.
Suburban Propane Partners LP (SPH) has a EV-to-OCF of 12.61 as of Aug. 02, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 12.44. Over the past decade, Suburban Propane Partners LP's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 8.97 to 21.50. According to the industry distribution chart, Suburban Propane Partners LP ranks #292 out of 507 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 57.6%.
Is Suburban Propane Partners LP's EV-to-OCF too high?
Suburban Propane Partners LP's current EV-to-OCF of 12.61 is near median its 10-year median of 12.44. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.97 to a high of 21.50. The Utilities - Regulated industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.73. Suburban Propane Partners LP's value of 12.61 is 17.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Suburban Propane Partners LP ranks #292 out of 507 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Suburban Propane Partners LP has a GF Score™ of 57/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Suburban Propane Partners LP's EV-to-OCF compare to NWN and RGCO?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, Suburban Propane Partners LP ranks #292 out of 507 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Suburban Propane Partners LP in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.73. Suburban Propane Partners LP's value of 12.61 is 17.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Suburban Propane Partners LP's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 8.97 to 21.50 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.44 vs. the industry median of 10.73, Suburban Propane Partners LP 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 Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Utilities - Regulated companies is 10.73, based on 507 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. Suburban Propane Partners LP's current EV-to-OCF of 12.61 is 17.5% 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 Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 10.73 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Suburban Propane Partners LP's current EV-to-OCF is 12.61, which is near median its own 10-year median of 12.44. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Suburban Propane Partners LP stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Suburban Propane Partners LP (SPH) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $18.09, compared to a current price of $18.66 — trading 3.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 12.61, which is near median its 10-year median of 12.44 and 17.5% above the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 10.73. Suburban Propane Partners LP's overall GF Score™ is 57/100 with 3 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 Suburban Propane Partners LP (SPH), the current EV-to-OCF is 12.61 as of Aug. 02, 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 Suburban Propane Partners LP (SPH) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Suburban Propane Partners LP stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $18.66 is trading 3.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $18.09.
GuruFocus considers Suburban Propane Partners LP to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for SPH:
EV-to-OCF: 12.61 (near median its 10-year median of 12.44)
GF Value™: $18.09 vs. price of $18.66 (3.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 17.5% above the Utilities - Regulated median (#292 of 507)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SPH stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Suburban Propane Partners LP distributes propane, renewable propane, renewable natural gas (RNG), fuel oil, refined fuels, and markets natural gas and electricity in deregulated markets. It produces and invests in low-carbon fuel alternatives. The company installs and services home comfort heating and ventilation equipment and distributes fuel oil, kerosene, diesel, and gasoline to about 25,000 residential and commercial customers mainly in the U.S. northeast. It operates three segments: Propane, Fuel Oil and Refined Fuels, and Natural Gas and Electricity, with the Propane segment generating the majority of revenue. Propane, a by-product of natural gas processing and petroleum refining, is a clean-burning energy source known for transportability and ease of use.
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