Softlab SpA (LTS:0DGD) Debt-to-EBITDA : 3.56 (As of Dec. 2025) — 394% Above Median

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LTS:0DGD Softlab SpA LTS:0DGD
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GF Value €1.55
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What is Softlab SpA Debt-to-EBITDA?

Softlab SpA LTS:0DGD 72 Debt-to-EBITDA is 3.56 as of Dec. 2025, which is 394% above its 10-year median of 0.72. GuruFocus rates LTS:0DGD with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of €1.55. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 302 Telecommunication Services companies, Softlab SpA ranks better than 66.23% on this metric.

Debt-to-EBITDA measures a company's ability to pay off its debt.

Softlab SpA's Short-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was €0.78 Mil. Softlab SpA's Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was €0.43 Mil. Softlab SpA's annualized EBITDA for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was €0.34 Mil. Softlab SpA's annualized Debt-to-EBITDA for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was 3.56.

A high Debt-to-EBITDA ratio generally means that a company may spend more time to paying off its debt. According to Joel Tillinghast's BIG MONEY THINKS SMALL: Biases, Blind Spots, and Smarter Investing, a ratio of Debt-to-EBITDA exceeding four is usually considered scary unless tangible assets cover the debt.

The historical rank and industry rank for Softlab SpA's Debt-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

LTS:0DGD' s Debt-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -0.23   Med: 0.72   Max: 3.06
Current: 1.26

During the past 13 years, the highest Debt-to-EBITDA Ratio of Softlab SpA was 3.06. The lowest was -0.23. And the median was 0.72.

LTS:0DGD's Debt-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
66.23% of 302 companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 2 vs LTS:0DGD: 1.26

Softlab SpA  (LTS:0DGD) Debt-to-EBITDA Explanation

In the calculation of Debt-to-EBITDA, we use the total of Short-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation and Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation divided by EBITDA. In some calculations, Total Liabilities is used to for calculation.


Be Aware

A high Debt-to-EBITDA ratio generally means that a company may spend more time to paying off its debt.

According to Joel Tillinghast's BIG MONEY THINKS SMALL: Biases, Blind Spots, and Smarter Investing, a ratio of Debt-to-EBITDA exceeding four is usually considered scary unless tangible assets cover the debt.


Softlab SpA Debt-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Softlab SpA Debt-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Softlab SpA's Debt-to-EBITDA 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.

Softlab SpA Debt-to-EBITDA Chart

Softlab SpA Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Debt-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.72 0.72 1.75 3.06 1.26

Softlab SpA Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
Debt-to-EBITDA 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 -0.89 16.58 1.72 1.03 3.56

LTS:0DGD vs TMUS, VZ, T: Debt-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, Softlab SpA's Debt-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and Debt-to-EBITDA 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.


Softlab SpA Debt-to-EBITDA vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Softlab SpA's Debt-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Softlab SpA's Debt-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Softlab SpA Debt-to-EBITDA Calculation

Debt-to-EBITDA measures a company's ability to pay off its debt.

Softlab SpA's Debt-to-EBITDA for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Debt-to-EBITDA=Total Debt / EBITDA
=(Short-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation + Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation) / EBITDA
=(0.778 + 0.431) / 0.957
=1.26

Softlab SpA's annualized Debt-to-EBITDA for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Debt-to-EBITDA=Total Debt / EBITDA
=(Short-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation + Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation) / EBITDA
=(0.778 + 0.431) / 0.34
=3.56

* 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.

In the calculation of annual Debt-to-EBITDA, the EBITDA of the last fiscal year is used. In calculating the annualized quarterly data, the EBITDA data used here is two times the quarterly (Dec. 2025) EBITDA data.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Debt-to-EBITDA →
What does a Debt-to-EBITDA of 3.56 mean?
Softlab SpA (LTS:0DGD) has a Debt-to-EBITDA of 3.56 as of Dec. 2025. Debt-to-EBITDA ratio represents the ratio of total debt to total earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Softlab SpA. This is 394% above median its historical median of 0.72. According to the industry distribution chart, Softlab SpA ranks #102 out of 302 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 33.8%.
Is Softlab SpA's Debt-to-EBITDA too high?
Softlab SpA's current Debt-to-EBITDA of 3.56 is 394% above median its 10-year median of 0.72. The Telecommunication Services industry median Debt-to-EBITDA is 2.00. Softlab SpA's value of 3.56 is 78% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Softlab SpA ranks #102 out of 302 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Softlab SpA has a GF Score™ of 72/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Softlab SpA's Debt-to-EBITDA compare to TMUS and VZ?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Softlab SpA ranks #102 out of 302 companies for Debt-to-EBITDA. This puts Softlab SpA in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Debt-to-EBITDA is 2.00. Softlab SpA's value of 3.56 is 78% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 0.72 vs. the industry median of 2.00, Softlab SpA 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 Debt-to-EBITDA for a Telecommunication Services company?
The median Debt-to-EBITDA among Telecommunication Services companies is 2.00, based on 302 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Debt-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Debt-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Softlab SpA's current Debt-to-EBITDA of 3.56 is 78% 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 Debt-to-EBITDA mean?
A high Debt-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Debt-to-EBITDA ratio represents the ratio of total debt to total earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Softlab SpA. For the Telecommunication Services industry, the median Debt-to-EBITDA is 2.00 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Softlab SpA's current Debt-to-EBITDA is 3.56, which is 394% above median its own 10-year median of 0.72. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Softlab SpA stock overvalued right now?
Softlab SpA (LTS:0DGD) has a current Debt-to-EBITDA of 3.56. The stock's GF Value™ is €1.55, compared to a current price of €1.48 — trading 4.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Debt-to-EBITDA is 3.56, which is 394% above median its 10-year median of 0.72 and 78% above the Telecommunication Services industry median of 2.00. Softlab SpA's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Debt-to-EBITDA calculated?
Debt-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Softlab SpA (LTS:0DGD), the current Debt-to-EBITDA is 3.56 as of Dec. 2025. 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 Softlab SpA (LTS:0DGD) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Softlab SpA stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €1.48 is trading 4.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of €1.55.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0DGD:

  • Debt-to-EBITDA: 3.56 (394% above median its 10-year median of 0.72)
  • GF Value™: €1.55 vs. price of €1.48 (4.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 78% above the Telecommunication Services median (#102 of 302)

No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0DGD stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Softlab SpA Business Description

Other Exchanges SFT:Italy
Address Via Mario Bianchini 60, Rome, ITA, 00142
Softlab SpA is an Italy-based company engaged in ICT consulting, business consulting, and the development of digital technology solutions. Along with its subsidiaries, it offers various services such as data analytics, software engineering, digital sales and marketing, cloud solutions, TLC network management, Business Process Management (BPM) and Automation, and information security services among others. Geographically, the company derives a majority of its revenue from its customers in Italy followed by the United States, other European countries, and the rest of the world.
72GF Score

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