STZ (Constellation Brands) EV-to-OCF: 12.31 (As of Aug. 03, 2026) — 42% Below Median

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STZ Constellation Brands Inc STZ
64 GF Score
Price $131.36
GF Value $178.90
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Constellation Brands EV-to-OCF?

Constellation Brands STZ +0.87% 64 EV-to-OCF is 12.31 as of Aug. 03, 2026, which is 42% below its 10-year median of 21.05. GuruFocus rates STZ with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of $178.90 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 211 Beverages - Alcoholic companies, Constellation Brands ranks worse than 58.77% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Constellation Brands's Enterprise Value is $33,165 Mil. Constellation Brands's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $2,694 Mil. Therefore, Constellation Brands's EV-to-OCF for today is 12.31.

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

STZ' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 12   Med: 21.05   Max: 31.56
Current: 12.31

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Constellation Brands was 31.56. The lowest was 12.00. And the median was 21.05.

STZ's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
58.77% of 211 companies
in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry
Industry Median: 9.92 vs STZ: 12.31

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 (2026-08-03), Constellation Brands's stock price is $131.36. Constellation Brands's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $10.480. Therefore, Constellation Brands's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 12.53.


Constellation Brands  (NYSE:STZ) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=131.36/10.480
=12.53

Constellation Brands's share price for today is $131.36.
Constellation Brands'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 $10.480.

* 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.


Constellation Brands EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Constellation Brands EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Constellation Brands'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.

Constellation Brands EV-to-OCF Chart

Constellation Brands Annual Data
Trend Feb17 Feb18 Feb19 Feb20 Feb21 Feb22 Feb23 Feb24 Feb25 Feb26
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 19.23 19.64 20.93 13.82 14.49

Constellation Brands 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 13.96 14.12 12.76 14.49 12.82

STZ vs TAP, SAM: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Beverages - Brewers subindustry, Constellation Brands'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.


Constellation Brands EV-to-OCF vs Beverages - Alcoholic Industry

For the Beverages - Alcoholic industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Constellation Brands's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Constellation Brands EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=33164.853/2693.6
=12.31

Constellation Brands's current Enterprise Value is $33,165 Mil.
Constellation Brands'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 $2,694 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 12.31 mean?
Constellation Brands (STZ) has a EV-to-OCF of 12.31 as of Aug. 03, 2026. This is 42% below median its historical median of 21.05. Over the past decade, Constellation Brands' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 12.00 to 31.56. According to the industry distribution chart, Constellation Brands ranks #124 out of 211 companies in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry, placing it in the top 58.8%.
Is Constellation Brands' EV-to-OCF too high?
Constellation Brands' current EV-to-OCF of 12.31 is 42% below median its 10-year median of 21.05. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 12.00 to a high of 31.56. The Beverages - Alcoholic industry median EV-to-OCF is 9.92. Constellation Brands' value of 12.31 is 24.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Constellation Brands ranks #124 out of 211 companies in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Constellation Brands has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Constellation Brands' EV-to-OCF compare to TAP and SAM?
According to the Beverages - Alcoholic industry distribution chart, Constellation Brands ranks #124 out of 211 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Constellation Brands in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 9.92. Constellation Brands' value of 12.31 is 24.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Constellation Brands' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 12.00 to 31.56 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 21.05 vs. the industry median of 9.92, Constellation Brands 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 Beverages - Alcoholic company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Beverages - Alcoholic companies is 9.92, based on 211 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. Constellation Brands's current EV-to-OCF of 12.31 is 24.1% 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 Beverages - Alcoholic industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 9.92 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Constellation Brands's current EV-to-OCF is 12.31, which is 42% below median its own 10-year median of 21.05. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Constellation Brands stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Constellation Brands (STZ) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $178.90, compared to a current price of $131.36 — trading 26.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 12.31, which is 42% below median its 10-year median of 21.05 and 24.1% above the Beverages - Alcoholic industry median of 9.92. Constellation Brands' overall GF Score™ is 64/100 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 Constellation Brands (STZ), the current EV-to-OCF is 12.31 as of Aug. 03, 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 Constellation Brands (STZ) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Constellation Brands stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $131.36 is trading 26.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $178.90. GuruFocus considers Constellation Brands to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for STZ:

  • EV-to-OCF: 12.31 (42% below median its 10-year median of 21.05)
  • GF Value™: $178.90 vs. price of $131.36 (26.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 64/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 24.1% above the Beverages - Alcoholic median (#124 of 211)

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


Constellation Brands Business Description

Address 50 East Broad Street, Rochester, NY, USA, 14614
Constellation Brands is the largest provider of alcoholic beverages across the beer, wine, and spirits categories in the US, generating more than 90% of revenue from Mexican beer imports under top-selling brands such as Modelo and Corona. The rest of the business includes some remaining wine and spirits brands, categories where the company has pruned assets in recent years. With its exclusive rights tied to the Mexican beer brands effective only in the US, the firm has limited revenue exposure to international markets. Constellation owns a 10% stake in Canopy Growth, a medicinal and recreational cannabis producer in Canada, and has a 50/50 joint venture with glass manufacturer Owens-Illinois in Mexico.
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