TTD (The Trade Desk) EV-to-OCF: 7.09 (As of Aug. 03, 2026) — 89% Below Median

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TTD The Trade Desk Inc TTD
86 GF Score
Price $18.59
GF Value $126.44
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is The Trade Desk EV-to-OCF?

The Trade Desk TTD +3.02% 86 EV-to-OCF is 7.09 as of Aug. 03, 2026, which is 89% below its 10-year median of 65.84. GuruFocus rates TTD with a GF Score™ of 86/100 and a GF Value™ of $126.44 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,021 Media - Diversified companies, The Trade Desk ranks worse than 57.49% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, The Trade Desk's Enterprise Value is $7,755 Mil. The Trade Desk's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,093 Mil. Therefore, The Trade Desk's EV-to-OCF for today is 7.09.

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

TTD' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.64   Med: 65.84   Max: 8889.75
Current: 7.09

During the past 12 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of The Trade Desk was 8889.75. The lowest was 6.64. And the median was 65.84.

TTD's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
57.49% of 1021 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 4.82 vs TTD: 7.09

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), The Trade Desk's stock price is $18.585. The Trade Desk's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.880. Therefore, The Trade Desk's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 21.12.


The Trade Desk  (NAS:TTD) 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 Trade Desk's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=18.585/0.880
=21.12

The Trade Desk's share price for today is $18.585.
The Trade Desk'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 $0.880.

* 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 Trade Desk EV-to-OCF Related Terms


The Trade Desk EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for The Trade Desk'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.

The Trade Desk EV-to-OCF Chart

The Trade Desk Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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The Trade Desk Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 30.15 36.51 25.77 17.33 8.86

TTD vs LFTO, MGNI, ZD: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Advertising Agencies subindustry, The Trade Desk'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 Trade Desk EV-to-OCF vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, The Trade Desk's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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The Trade Desk EV-to-OCF Calculation

The Trade Desk's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=7754.628/1093.093
=7.09

The Trade Desk's current Enterprise Value is $7,755 Mil.
The Trade Desk'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 $1,093 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 7.09 mean?
The Trade Desk (TTD) has a EV-to-OCF of 7.09 as of Aug. 03, 2026. This is 89% below median its historical median of 65.84. Over the past decade, The Trade Desk's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.64 to 8,889.75. According to the industry distribution chart, The Trade Desk ranks #587 out of 1021 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 57.5%.
Is The Trade Desk's EV-to-OCF too high?
The Trade Desk's current EV-to-OCF of 7.09 is 89% below median its 10-year median of 65.84. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.64 to a high of 8,889.75. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-OCF is 4.82. The Trade Desk's value of 7.09 is 47.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, The Trade Desk ranks #587 out of 1021 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, The Trade Desk has a GF Score™ of 86/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Trade Desk's EV-to-OCF compare to LFTO and MGNI?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, The Trade Desk ranks #587 out of 1021 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places The Trade Desk in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 4.82. The Trade Desk's value of 7.09 is 47.1% above this benchmark. Historically, The Trade Desk's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.64 to 8,889.75 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 65.84 vs. the industry median of 4.82, The Trade Desk 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Media - Diversified companies is 4.82, based on 1,021 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 Trade Desk's current EV-to-OCF of 7.09 is 47.1% 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 Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 4.82 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. The Trade Desk's current EV-to-OCF is 7.09, which is 89% below median its own 10-year median of 65.84. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is The Trade Desk stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Trade Desk (TTD) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $126.44, compared to a current price of $18.59 — trading 85.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 7.09, which is 89% below median its 10-year median of 65.84 and 47.1% above the Media - Diversified industry median of 4.82. The Trade Desk's overall GF Score™ is 86/100 with 2 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 Trade Desk (TTD), the current EV-to-OCF is 7.09 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 The Trade Desk (TTD) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Trade Desk stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $18.59 is trading 85.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $126.44. GuruFocus considers The Trade Desk to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TTD:

  • EV-to-OCF: 7.09 (89% below median its 10-year median of 65.84)
  • GF Value™: $126.44 vs. price of $18.59 (85.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 86/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 47.1% above the Media - Diversified median (#587 of 1021)

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


The Trade Desk Business Description

Address 42 North Chestnut Street, Ventura, CA, USA, 93001
The Trade Desk provides a self-service platform that helps advertisers and ad agencies programmatically find and purchase digital ad inventory (display, video, audio, and social) on devices like computers, smartphones, and connected TVs. The firm's platform is referred to as a DSP in the digital ad industry, and it generates revenue from fees based on a percentage of what its clients spend on advertising, sometimes referred to as a "take rate."
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