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Watkin JonesCHIX:WJGL 39 EV-to-EBIT is -2.05 as of Aug. 08, 2026. GuruFocus rates CHIX:WJGL with a GF Score™ of 39/100 and a GF Value™ of £0.25 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 82 Homebuilding & Construction companies, Watkin Jones ranks worse than 1219510.98% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Watkin Jones's EV-to-EBIT or its related term are showing as below:
CHIX:WJGl'
s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -7.17 Med: 10.95 Max: 39.58
Current: -2.06
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Watkin Jones was 39.58. The lowest was -7.17. And the median was 10.95.
CHIX:WJGl's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than 100% of 82
companies
in the Homebuilding & Construction industry
Industry Median: 10.66
vs CHIX:WJGl: -2.06
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.
Watkin Jones's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was £33.9 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Watkin Jones's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £-7.4 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.
Watkin Jones EV-to-EBIT Related Terms
Watkin Jones EV-to-EBIT Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Watkin Jones'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.
For the Residential Construction subindustry, Watkin Jones'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.
Watkin Jones EV-to-EBIT vs Homebuilding & Construction Industry
For the Homebuilding & Construction industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Watkin Jones's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Watkin Jones's EV-to-EBIT falls into.
Watkin Jones's current Enterprise Value is £15.1 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Watkin Jones's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £-7.4 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.
Watkin Jones (CHIX:WJGL) has a EV-to-EBIT of -2.05 as of Aug. 08, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Watkin Jones and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Watkin Jones ranks #999999 out of 82 companies in the Homebuilding & Construction industry.
Is Watkin Jones' EV-to-EBIT too high?
Watkin Jones' current EV-to-EBIT is -2.05. Based on the distribution chart, Watkin Jones ranks #999999 out of 82 companies in the Homebuilding & Construction industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Watkin Jones has a GF Score™ of 39/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Watkin Jones' EV-to-EBIT compare to DHI and PHM?
According to the Homebuilding & Construction industry distribution chart, Watkin Jones ranks #999999 out of 82 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Watkin Jones in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.66. 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 Homebuilding & Construction company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Homebuilding & Construction companies is 10.66, based on 82 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. 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 Watkin Jones and its competitors. For the Homebuilding & Construction industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 10.66 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Watkin Jones's current EV-to-EBIT is -2.05. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Watkin Jones stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Watkin Jones (CHIX:WJGL) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £0.25, compared to a current price of £0.18 — trading 26.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is -2.05. Watkin Jones' overall GF Score™ is 39/100 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 Watkin Jones (CHIX:WJGL), the current EV-to-EBIT is -2.05 as of Aug. 08, 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 Watkin Jones (CHIX:WJGL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Watkin Jones stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of £0.18 is trading 26.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of £0.25.
GuruFocus considers Watkin Jones to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for CHIX:WJGL:
EV-to-EBIT: -2.05
GF Value™: £0.25 vs. price of £0.18 (26.9% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:WJGL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Watkin Jones PLC is engaged in property development and the management of properties for multiple residential occupations. Its service includes site identification and procurement, planning consent, construction delivery, and asset management. The company's operating segments include Student accommodation, Build to Rent, Affordable Homes, Refresh, and Accommodation management. The majority of its revenue is derived from build-to-rent segments.
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