Zain Bahrain BSC (BAH:ZAINBH) EV-to-EBIT: 8.71 (As of Sep. 09, 2026) — Near Median

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BAH:ZAINBH Zain Bahrain BSC BAH:ZAINBH
57 GF Score
Price BHD0.12
GF Value BHD0.13
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Zain Bahrain BSC EV-to-EBIT?

Zain Bahrain BSC BAH:ZAINBH 57 EV-to-EBIT is 8.71 as of Sep. 09, 2026, which is 9% above its 10-year median of 7.96. GuruFocus rates BAH:ZAINBH with a GF Score™ of 57/100 and a GF Value™ of BHD0.13 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 287 Telecommunication Services companies, Zain Bahrain BSC ranks better than 69.34% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Zain Bahrain BSC's Enterprise Value is BHD63.46 Mil. Zain Bahrain BSC's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was BHD7.29 Mil. Therefore, Zain Bahrain BSC's EV-to-EBIT for today is 8.71.

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

BAH:ZAINBH' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.91   Med: 7.96   Max: 10.13
Current: 8.71

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Zain Bahrain BSC was 10.13. The lowest was 3.91. And the median was 7.96.

BAH:ZAINBH's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
69.34% of 287 companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 13.23 vs BAH:ZAINBH: 8.71

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Zain Bahrain BSC's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was BHD65.28 Mil. Zain Bahrain BSC's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was BHD7.29 Mil. Zain Bahrain BSC's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 11.16%.


Zain Bahrain BSC  (BAH:ZAINBH) 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) %.

Zain Bahrain BSC's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Jun. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=7.288/65.27896
=11.16 %

Zain Bahrain BSC's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was BHD65.28 Mil.
Zain Bahrain BSC's EBIT 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 BHD7.29 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.


Zain Bahrain BSC EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Zain Bahrain BSC EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Zain Bahrain BSC'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.

Zain Bahrain BSC EV-to-EBIT Chart

Zain Bahrain BSC Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 8.65 8.34 8.77 7.88 7.54

Zain Bahrain BSC Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 8.23 7.53 7.54 7.49 8.96

BAH:ZAINBH vs VZ, TMUS, T: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, Zain Bahrain BSC'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.


Zain Bahrain BSC EV-to-EBIT vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Zain Bahrain BSC's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Zain Bahrain BSC's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


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Zain Bahrain BSC EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Zain Bahrain BSC's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=63.460/7.288
=8.71

Zain Bahrain BSC's current Enterprise Value is BHD63.46 Mil.
Zain Bahrain BSC's EBIT 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 BHD7.29 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 8.71 mean?
Zain Bahrain BSC (BAH:ZAINBH) has a EV-to-EBIT of 8.71 as of Sep. 09, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Zain Bahrain BSC and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 7.96. Over the past decade, Zain Bahrain BSC's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 3.91 to 10.13. According to the industry distribution chart, Zain Bahrain BSC ranks #88 out of 287 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 30.7%.
Is Zain Bahrain BSC's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Zain Bahrain BSC's current EV-to-EBIT of 8.71 is near median its 10-year median of 7.96. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.91 to a high of 10.13. The Telecommunication Services industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.23. Zain Bahrain BSC's value of 8.71 is 34.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Zain Bahrain BSC ranks #88 out of 287 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Zain Bahrain BSC has a GF Score™ of 57/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Zain Bahrain BSC's EV-to-EBIT compare to VZ and TMUS?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Zain Bahrain BSC ranks #88 out of 287 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Zain Bahrain BSC in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.23. Zain Bahrain BSC's value of 8.71 is 34.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Zain Bahrain BSC's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 3.91 to 10.13 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.96 vs. the industry median of 13.23, Zain Bahrain BSC has consistently been below 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 a Telecommunication Services company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Telecommunication Services companies is 13.23, based on 287 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. Zain Bahrain BSC's current EV-to-EBIT of 8.71 is 34.2% below 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 Zain Bahrain BSC and its competitors. For the Telecommunication Services industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 13.23 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Zain Bahrain BSC's current EV-to-EBIT is 8.71, which is near median its own 10-year median of 7.96. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Zain Bahrain BSC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zain Bahrain BSC (BAH:ZAINBH) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is BHD0.13, compared to a current price of BHD0.12 — trading 11.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 8.71, which is near median its 10-year median of 7.96 and 34.2% below the Telecommunication Services industry median of 13.23. Zain Bahrain BSC's overall GF Score™ is 57/100 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-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Zain Bahrain BSC (BAH:ZAINBH), the current EV-to-EBIT is 8.71 as of Sep. 09, 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 Zain Bahrain BSC (BAH:ZAINBH) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zain Bahrain BSC stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of BHD0.12 is trading 11.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of BHD0.13. GuruFocus considers Zain Bahrain BSC to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BAH:ZAINBH:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 8.71 (near median its 10-year median of 7.96)
  • GF Value™: BHD0.13 vs. price of BHD0.12 (11.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 57/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 34.2% below the Telecommunication Services median (#88 of 287)

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


Zain Bahrain BSC Business Description

Address Al-Seef, P.O. Box 266, Manama, BHR
Zain Bahrain BSC provides telecommunication and related products and services mainly in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Its business involves three main activities: mobile operation, fixed broadband operation, and trading of handsets and accessories. The company offers: 4G LTE and 5G services through its mobile network, broadband services, ICT and digital lifestyle communications services, and trades in mobile phones, earphones, and other electronic accessories through its e-commerce website. The majority of its revenue is generated from the provision of airtime, data, subscription, and other related services. Geographically, the company operates in Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, and South Sudan.
57GF Score

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