Colabor Group (TSX:GCL) EV-to-OCF: 17.50 (As of Aug. 20, 2026) — 126% Above Median

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What is Colabor Group EV-to-OCF?

Colabor Group TSX:GCL EV-to-OCF is 17.50 as of Aug. 20, 2026, which is 126% above its 10-year median of 7.76. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Colabor Group's Enterprise Value is C$236.3 Mil. Colabor Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Sep. 2025 was C$13.5 Mil. Therefore, Colabor Group's EV-to-OCF for today is 17.50.

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

TSX:GCL' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.92   Med: 7.76   Max: 22.95
Current: 17.5

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Colabor Group was 22.95. The lowest was 0.92. And the median was 7.76.

TSX:GCL's EV-to-OCF is not ranked
in the Retail - Defensive industry.
Industry Median: 7.825 vs TSX:GCL: 17.50

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 (2026-08-20), Colabor Group's stock price is C$0.04. Colabor Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Sep. 2025 was C$-0.780. Therefore, Colabor Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Colabor Group  (TSX:GCL) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.04/-0.780
=At Loss

Colabor Group's share price for today is C$0.04.
Colabor Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Sep. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was C$-0.780.

* 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.


Colabor Group EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Colabor Group EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Colabor Group'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.

Colabor Group EV-to-OCF Chart

Colabor Group Annual Data
Trend Dec15 Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24
EV-to-OCF
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Colabor Group Quarterly Data
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TSX:GCL vs MCLE, AIXN, MTEX: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Food Distribution subindustry, Colabor Group'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.


Colabor Group EV-to-OCF vs Retail - Defensive Industry

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

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



Colabor Group EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=236.320/13.504
=17.50

Colabor Group's current Enterprise Value is C$236.3 Mil.
Colabor Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Sep. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was C$13.5 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 17.50 mean?
Colabor Group (TSX:GCL) has a EV-to-OCF of 17.50 as of Aug. 20, 2026. This is 126% above median its historical median of 7.76. Over the past decade, Colabor Group's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 0.92 to 22.95.
Is Colabor Group's EV-to-OCF too high?
Colabor Group's current EV-to-OCF of 17.50 is 126% above median its 10-year median of 7.76. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.92 to a high of 22.95. The Retail - Defensive industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.83. Colabor Group's value of 17.50 is 123.6% above this industry median.
How does Colabor Group's EV-to-OCF compare to MCLE and AIXN?
Colabor Group's EV-to-OCF of 17.50 can be compared against companies in the Retail - Defensive industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.83. Colabor Group's value of 17.50 is 123.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Colabor Group's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 0.92 to 22.95 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.76 vs. the industry median of 7.83, Colabor Group 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 7.83, 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. Colabor Group's current EV-to-OCF of 17.50 is 123.6% 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 7.83 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Colabor Group's current EV-to-OCF is 17.50, which is 126% above median its own 10-year median of 7.76. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Colabor Group stock overvalued right now?
Colabor Group (TSX:GCL) has a current EV-to-OCF of 17.50. The stock's GF Value™ is C$1.21, compared to a current price of C$0.04 — trading 96.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 17.50, which is 126% above median its 10-year median of 7.76 and 123.6% above the Retail - Defensive industry median of 7.83. 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 Colabor Group (TSX:GCL), the current EV-to-OCF is 17.50 as of Aug. 20, 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.

Colabor Group Business Description

Other Exchanges COLFF:USA
Address 1601 Rene-Descartes, Suite 103, Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, QC, CAN, J3V 0A6
Colabor Group Inc is a wholesaler and distributor of food and related products in Canada. The company operates in two segments Distribution and the Wholesale segment. Its Distribution segment operations include the distribution of food products and related products in hotels, restaurants, and institutions (HRI) and the retail market. Its products such as meat, fish, and seafood (Specialty Distribution), as well as general food-related products (Broadline Distribution), and the Wholesale segment's operations, include the sale of general food-related products to distributors from its distribution center in Boucherville. The company generates maximum revenue from the Distribution segment.