MTY Food Group (TSX:MTY) EV-to-OCF: 10.65 (As of Aug. 01, 2026) — 31% Below Median

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TSX:MTY MTY Food Group Inc TSX:MTY
78 GF Score
Price C$34.25
GF Value C$45.44
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is MTY Food Group EV-to-OCF?

MTY Food Group TSX:MTY +0.35% 78 EV-to-OCF is 10.65 as of Aug. 01, 2026, which is 31% below its 10-year median of 15.37. GuruFocus rates TSX:MTY with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of C$45.44 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 364 Restaurants companies, MTY Food Group ranks worse than 52.75% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, MTY Food Group's Enterprise Value is C$1,801 Mil. MTY Food Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was C$169 Mil. Therefore, MTY Food Group's EV-to-OCF for today is 10.65.

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

TSX:MTY' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.5   Med: 15.37   Max: 25.16
Current: 10.51

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of MTY Food Group was 25.16. The lowest was 9.50. And the median was 15.37.

TSX:MTY's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
52.75% of 364 companies
in the Restaurants industry
Industry Median: 9.985 vs TSX:MTY: 10.51

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 (2026-08-01), MTY Food Group's stock price is C$34.25. MTY Food Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was C$4.920. Therefore, MTY Food Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 6.96.


MTY Food Group  (TSX:MTY) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=34.25/4.920
=6.96

MTY Food Group's share price for today is C$34.25.
MTY Food Group'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 C$4.920.

* 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.


MTY Food Group EV-to-OCF Related Terms


MTY Food Group EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for MTY Food 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.

MTY Food Group EV-to-OCF Chart

MTY Food Group Annual Data
Trend Nov16 Nov17 Nov18 Nov19 Nov20 Nov21 Nov22 Nov23 Nov24 Nov25
EV-to-OCF
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MTY Food Group Quarterly Data
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TSX:MTY vs MCD, SBUX, YUM: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Restaurants subindustry, MTY Food 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.


MTY Food Group EV-to-OCF vs Restaurants Industry

For the Restaurants industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, MTY Food Group's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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MTY Food Group EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=1801.377/169.121
=10.65

MTY Food Group's current Enterprise Value is C$1,801 Mil.
MTY Food Group'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 C$169 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 10.65 mean?
MTY Food Group (TSX:MTY) has a EV-to-OCF of 10.65 as of Aug. 01, 2026. This is 31% below median its historical median of 15.37. Over the past decade, MTY Food Group's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 9.50 to 25.16. According to the industry distribution chart, MTY Food Group ranks #192 out of 364 companies in the Restaurants industry, placing it in the top 52.7%.
Is MTY Food Group's EV-to-OCF too high?
MTY Food Group's current EV-to-OCF of 10.65 is 31% below median its 10-year median of 15.37. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.50 to a high of 25.16. The Restaurants industry median EV-to-OCF is 9.99. MTY Food Group's value of 10.65 is 6.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, MTY Food Group ranks #192 out of 364 companies in the Restaurants industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, MTY Food Group has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MTY Food Group's EV-to-OCF compare to MCD and SBUX?
According to the Restaurants industry distribution chart, MTY Food Group ranks #192 out of 364 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places MTY Food Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 9.99. MTY Food Group's value of 10.65 is 6.7% above this benchmark. Historically, MTY Food Group's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 9.50 to 25.16 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 15.37 vs. the industry median of 9.99, MTY Food 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 Restaurants company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Restaurants companies is 9.99, based on 364 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. MTY Food Group's current EV-to-OCF of 10.65 is 6.7% 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 Restaurants industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 9.99 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. MTY Food Group's current EV-to-OCF is 10.65, which is 31% below median its own 10-year median of 15.37. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is MTY Food Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MTY Food Group (TSX:MTY) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$45.44, compared to a current price of C$34.25 — trading 24.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 10.65, which is 31% below median its 10-year median of 15.37 and 6.7% above the Restaurants industry median of 9.99. MTY Food Group's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 4 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 MTY Food Group (TSX:MTY), the current EV-to-OCF is 10.65 as of Aug. 01, 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 MTY Food Group (TSX:MTY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MTY Food Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of C$34.25 is trading 24.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of C$45.44. GuruFocus considers MTY Food Group to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TSX:MTY:

  • EV-to-OCF: 10.65 (31% below median its 10-year median of 15.37)
  • GF Value™: C$45.44 vs. price of C$34.25 (24.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 6.7% above the Restaurants median (#192 of 364)

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


MTY Food Group Business Description

Other Exchanges MTYFF:USA9MF:Germany
Address 8150 autoroute Transcanadienne, Suite 200, Saint-Laurent, QC, CAN, H4S 1M5
MTY Food Group Inc is a franchisor in the quick service and casual dining food industry. Its activities consist of franchising and operating corporate-owned locations as well as the sale of retail products under a multitude of banners. The company's operating segment is based on geographical regions namely Canada; and US & International, which earns maximum revenue. The company brands include Cafe Depot, Country Style, Croissant Plus, Cultures, Extremepita, Fabrika, Jus Jugo Juice, Koya Japan, ManchuWok, Muffin plus, Valentine, Van Houtte, Shushiman and others.
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