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Xcel BrandsXELB -1.64%24 EV-to-OCF is -3.34 as of Sep. 02, 2026. GuruFocus rates XELB with a GF Score™ of 24/100 and a GF Value™ of $0.94 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,069 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies, Xcel Brands ranks better than 74.93% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Xcel Brands's Enterprise Value is $19.90 Mil.
Xcel Brands's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-5.96 Mil. Therefore, Xcel Brands's EV-to-OCF for today is -3.34.
The historical rank and industry rank for Xcel Brands's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
XELB'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -16.85 Med: -1.14 Max: 66.33
Current: -3.34
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Xcel Brands was 66.33. The lowest was -16.85. And the median was -1.14.
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.
Xcel Brands's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Xcel Brands's share price for today is $0.8852.
Xcel Brands'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 $-2.860.
* 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.
Xcel Brands EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Xcel Brands EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Xcel Brands'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 Apparel Manufacturing subindustry, Xcel Brands'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.
Xcel Brands EV-to-OCF vs Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories Industry
For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Xcel Brands's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Xcel Brands's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Xcel Brands's current Enterprise Value is $19.90 Mil.
Xcel Brands'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 $-5.96 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.
Xcel Brands (XELB) has a EV-to-OCF of -3.34 as of Sep. 02, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Xcel Brands ranks #268 out of 1069 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, placing it in the top 25.1%.
Is Xcel Brands' EV-to-OCF too high?
Xcel Brands' current EV-to-OCF is -3.34. Based on the distribution chart, Xcel Brands ranks #268 out of 1069 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Xcel Brands has a GF Score™ of 24/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Xcel Brands' EV-to-OCF compare to PMNT and SKFG?
According to the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry distribution chart, Xcel Brands ranks #268 out of 1069 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Xcel Brands in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.25. 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 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies is 7.25, based on 1,069 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 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.25 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Xcel Brands's current EV-to-OCF is -3.34. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Xcel Brands stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Xcel Brands (XELB) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.94, compared to a current price of $0.89 — trading 5.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -3.34. Xcel Brands' overall GF Score™ is 24/100 with 5 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 Xcel Brands (XELB), the current EV-to-OCF is -3.34 as of Sep. 02, 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 Xcel Brands (XELB) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Xcel Brands stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $0.89 is trading 5.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $0.94.
GuruFocus considers Xcel Brands to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for XELB:
EV-to-OCF: -3.34
GF Value™: $0.94 vs. price of $0.89 (5.8% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XELB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Xcel Brands Inc is a media and brand management company. It is engaged in design, merchandising and planning, sourcing and production, licensing, marketing, and brand development. The company offers branded apparel, footwear, accessories, jewelry, home goods, and other consumer products. Its brand portfolio consists of the Isaac Mizrahi, Judith Ripka, H Halston, C Wonder, and the Highline Collective brands. The company licenses its brands to third parties, provides certain designs, production, and marketing services, and generates licensing, design, and service fee revenues through contractual arrangements and other agreements.
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