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Valmont IndustriesVMI +0.86%89 EV-to-OCF is 21.29 as of Aug. 21, 2026, which is 11% above its 10-year median of 19.14. GuruFocus rates VMI with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of $346.84 (Significantly Overvalued). Among 557 Conglomerates companies, Valmont Industries ranks worse than 78.1% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Valmont Industries's Enterprise Value is $10,120 Mil.
Valmont Industries's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $475 Mil. Therefore, Valmont Industries's EV-to-OCF for today is 21.29.
The historical rank and industry rank for Valmont Industries's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
VMI'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.69 Med: 19.14 Max: 188.39
Current: 21.29
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Valmont Industries was 188.39. The lowest was 7.69. And the median was 19.14.
VMI's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 78.1% of 557
companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 9.01
vs VMI: 21.29
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.
Valmont Industries's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Valmont Industries's share price for today is $485.83.
Valmont Industries'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 $25.680.
* 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.
Valmont Industries EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Valmont Industries EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Valmont Industries'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 Conglomerates subindustry, Valmont Industries'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.
Valmont Industries EV-to-OCF vs Conglomerates Industry
For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, Valmont Industries's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Valmont Industries's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Valmont Industries's current Enterprise Value is $10,120 Mil.
Valmont Industries'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 $475 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.
Valmont Industries (VMI) has a EV-to-OCF of 21.29 as of Aug. 21, 2026. This is 11% above median its historical median of 19.14. Over the past decade, Valmont Industries' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.69 to 188.39. According to the industry distribution chart, Valmont Industries ranks #435 out of 557 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 78.1%.
Is Valmont Industries' EV-to-OCF too high?
Valmont Industries' current EV-to-OCF of 21.29 is 11% above median its 10-year median of 19.14. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.69 to a high of 188.39. The Conglomerates industry median EV-to-OCF is 9.01. Valmont Industries' value of 21.29 is 136.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Valmont Industries ranks #435 out of 557 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Valmont Industries has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Valmont Industries' EV-to-OCF compare to GHC and SEB?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Valmont Industries ranks #435 out of 557 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Valmont Industries in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 9.01. Valmont Industries' value of 21.29 is 136.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Valmont Industries' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.69 to 188.39 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 19.14 vs. the industry median of 9.01, Valmont Industries 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 Conglomerates company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Conglomerates companies is 9.01, based on 557 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. Valmont Industries's current EV-to-OCF of 21.29 is 136.3% 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 Conglomerates industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 9.01 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Valmont Industries's current EV-to-OCF is 21.29, which is 11% above median its own 10-year median of 19.14. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Valmont Industries stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Valmont Industries (VMI) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $346.84, compared to a current price of $485.83 — trading 40.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 21.29, which is 11% above median its 10-year median of 19.14 and 136.3% above the Conglomerates industry median of 9.01. Valmont Industries' overall GF Score™ is 89/100. 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 Valmont Industries (VMI), the current EV-to-OCF is 21.29 as of Aug. 21, 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 Valmont Industries (VMI) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Valmont Industries stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $485.83 is trading 40.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $346.84.
GuruFocus considers Valmont Industries to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for VMI:
EV-to-OCF: 21.29 (11% above median its 10-year median of 19.14)
GF Value™: $346.84 vs. price of $485.83 (40.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 136.3% above the Conglomerates median (#435 of 557)
No single metric tells the full story. See the VMI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Valmont began in 1946 when founder, Robert B. Daugherty, combined his $5,000 savings with a wholehearted belief that business could and should be done better. From those modest beginnings, the company grew into a global leader, designing and manufacturing highly engineered products and services that support infrastructure development and agricultural productivity. Two primary business segments comprise Valmont: Agriculture and Infrastructure. Valmont have 85 manufacturing facilities in 22 countries, and do business in more than 100 countries across six continents.
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