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Vital FarmsVITL -0.09%76 EV-to-OCF is -33.49 as of Aug. 19, 2026. GuruFocus rates VITL with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of $39.71 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,984 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Vital Farms ranks better than 91.78% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Vital Farms's Enterprise Value is $559.7 Mil.
Vital Farms's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-16.7 Mil. Therefore, Vital Farms's EV-to-OCF for today is -33.49.
The historical rank and industry rank for Vital Farms's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
VITL'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -533.34 Med: 34.74 Max: 573.59
Current: -33.49
During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Vital Farms was 573.59. The lowest was -533.34. And the median was 34.74.
VITL's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 91.78% of 1984
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 8.265
vs VITL: -33.49
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.
Vital Farms's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Vital Farms's share price for today is $11.01.
Vital Farms's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-0.040.
* 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.
Vital Farms EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Vital Farms EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Vital Farms'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.
For the Farm Products subindustry, Vital Farms'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.
Vital Farms EV-to-OCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Vital Farms's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Vital Farms's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Vital Farms's current Enterprise Value is $559.7 Mil.
Vital Farms's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-16.7 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.
Vital Farms (VITL) has a EV-to-OCF of -33.49 as of Aug. 19, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Vital Farms ranks #163 out of 1984 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 8.2%.
Is Vital Farms' EV-to-OCF too high?
Vital Farms' current EV-to-OCF is -33.49. Based on the distribution chart, Vital Farms ranks #163 out of 1984 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Vital Farms has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Vital Farms' EV-to-OCF compare to ALCO and AFRI?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Vital Farms ranks #163 out of 1984 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Vital Farms in the top 8% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.27. 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 8.27, based on 1,984 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. 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 Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.27 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Vital Farms's current EV-to-OCF is -33.49. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Vital Farms stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vital Farms (VITL) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $39.71, compared to a current price of $11.01 — trading 72.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -33.49. Vital Farms' overall GF Score™ is 76/100 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 Vital Farms (VITL), the current EV-to-OCF is -33.49 as of Aug. 19, 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 Vital Farms (VITL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vital Farms stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $11.01 is trading 72.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $39.71.
GuruFocus considers Vital Farms to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for VITL:
EV-to-OCF: -33.49
GF Value™: $39.71 vs. price of $11.01 (72.3% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the VITL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Vital Farms Inc is an ethical food company. The company retails pasture-raised eggs and butter. Its products include Pasture-Raised Eggs and Pasture-Raised Butter & Ghee. The company's purpose is rooted in a commitment to Conscious Capitalism, which prioritizes the long-term benefits of its stakeholders (farmers and suppliers, customers and consumers, communities and the environment, employees, and stockholders).
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