ATDRF (Autotrader Group) EV-to-EBIT: 10.24 (As of Jul. 22, 2026) — 51% Below Median

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ATDRF Autotrader Group PLC ATDRF
75 GF Score
Price $6.77
GF Value $12.26
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Autotrader Group EV-to-EBIT?

Autotrader Group ATDRF 75 EV-to-EBIT is 10.24 as of Jul. 22, 2026, which is 51% below its 10-year median of 20.84. GuruFocus rates ATDRF with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of $12.26 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 334 Interactive Media companies, Autotrader Group ranks worse than 50.6% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Autotrader Group's Enterprise Value is $5,412.1 Mil. Autotrader Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $528.4 Mil. Therefore, Autotrader Group's EV-to-EBIT for today is 10.24.

The historical rank and industry rank for Autotrader Group's EV-to-EBIT or its related term are showing as below:

ATDRF' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.17   Med: 20.84   Max: 44.48
Current: 10.24

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Autotrader Group was 44.48. The lowest was 10.17. And the median was 20.84.

ATDRF's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
50.6% of 334 companies
in the Interactive Media industry
Industry Median: 10.22 vs ATDRF: 10.24

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Autotrader Group's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $5,241.2 Mil. Autotrader Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $528.4 Mil. Autotrader Group's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 10.08%.


Autotrader Group  (OTCPK:ATDRF) EV-to-EBIT Explanation

This is a more accurate valuation of companies' operation because it considers the debt and cash on its balance sheet, and non-operating items such as interest payment, tax, and one-time items are not included in the Operating Income.

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %.

Autotrader Group's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Mar. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=528.416/5241.22546
=10.08 %

Autotrader Group's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $5,241.2 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Autotrader Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $528.4 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.


Autotrader Group EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Autotrader Group EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Autotrader Group's EV-to-EBIT 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.

Autotrader Group EV-to-EBIT Chart

Autotrader Group Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 19.57 19.27 18.16 17.33 10.30

Autotrader Group Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT 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 18.16 0.00 17.33 0.00 10.30

ATDRF vs GOOGL, META, SPOT: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Internet Content & Information subindustry, Autotrader Group's EV-to-EBIT, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBIT 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.


Autotrader Group EV-to-EBIT vs Interactive Media Industry

For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, Autotrader Group's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Autotrader Group's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


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Autotrader Group EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Autotrader Group's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=5412.146/528.416
=10.24

Autotrader Group's current Enterprise Value is $5,412.1 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Autotrader Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $528.4 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-EBIT →
What does a EV-to-EBIT of 10.24 mean?
Autotrader Group (ATDRF) has a EV-to-EBIT of 10.24 as of Jul. 22, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Autotrader Group and its competitors. This is 51% below median its historical median of 20.84. Over the past decade, Autotrader Group's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 10.17 to 44.48. According to the industry distribution chart, Autotrader Group ranks #169 out of 334 companies in the Interactive Media industry, placing it in the top 50.6%.
Is Autotrader Group's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Autotrader Group's current EV-to-EBIT of 10.24 is 51% below median its 10-year median of 20.84. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.17 to a high of 44.48. The Interactive Media industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.22. Autotrader Group's value of 10.24 is 0.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Autotrader Group ranks #169 out of 334 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Autotrader Group has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Autotrader Group's EV-to-EBIT compare to GOOGL and META?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, Autotrader Group ranks #169 out of 334 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Autotrader Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.22. Autotrader Group's value of 10.24 is 0.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Autotrader Group's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 10.17 to 44.48 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 20.84 vs. the industry median of 10.22, Autotrader Group 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-EBIT for an Interactive Media company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Interactive Media companies is 10.22, based on 334 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBIT significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBIT should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Autotrader Group's current EV-to-EBIT of 10.24 is 0.2% 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-EBIT mean?
A high EV-to-EBIT can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Autotrader Group and its competitors. For the Interactive Media industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 10.22 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Autotrader Group's current EV-to-EBIT is 10.24, which is 51% below median its own 10-year median of 20.84. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Autotrader Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Autotrader Group (ATDRF) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $12.26, compared to a current price of $6.77 — trading 44.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 10.24, which is 51% below median its 10-year median of 20.84 and 0.2% above the Interactive Media industry median of 10.22. Autotrader Group's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 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-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Autotrader Group (ATDRF), the current EV-to-EBIT is 10.24 as of Jul. 22, 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 Autotrader Group (ATDRF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Autotrader Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $6.77 is trading 44.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $12.26. GuruFocus considers Autotrader Group to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ATDRF:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 10.24 (51% below median its 10-year median of 20.84)
  • GF Value™: $12.26 vs. price of $6.77 (44.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 0.2% above the Interactive Media median (#169 of 334)

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


Autotrader Group Business Description

Address 3 Hawkshaw Street, No.3 Circle Square, Manchester, GBR, M1 7BL
Autotrader Group plc is the UK automotive marketplace and digital platform for the automotive industry. The company uses data science, artificial intelligence and technology to improve how vehicles are bought and sold and is digitising the car buying journey from search and discovery through to financing and purchase. Its segments are: Autotrader, generate maximum revenue, which includes the results of Autotrader and AutoConvert in respect of online classified advertising of motor vehicles and related products and services in the digital automotive marketplace, including share of profit from the Dealer Auction joint venture, and Autorama, which comprises the results of Autorama in respect of a marketplace for leasing new vehicles and related products and services. it operate in UK.
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