Dunelm Group (FRA:DFQ) EV-to-EBIT: 9.43 (As of Jul. 23, 2026) — 27% Below Median

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FRA:DFQ Dunelm Group PLC FRA:DFQ
84 GF Score
Price €10.00
GF Value €13.62
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Dunelm Group EV-to-EBIT?

Dunelm Group FRA:DFQ -1.96% 84 EV-to-EBIT is 9.43 as of Jul. 23, 2026, which is 27% below its 10-year median of 12.90. GuruFocus rates FRA:DFQ with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of €13.62 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 877 Retail - Cyclical companies, Dunelm Group ranks better than 69.1% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Dunelm Group's Enterprise Value is €2,330 Mil. Dunelm Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €247 Mil. Therefore, Dunelm Group's EV-to-EBIT for today is 9.43.

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

FRA:DFQ' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.73   Med: 12.9   Max: 29.37
Current: 9.43

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Dunelm Group was 29.37. The lowest was 7.73. And the median was 12.90.

FRA:DFQ's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
69.1% of 877 companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 13.63 vs FRA:DFQ: 9.43

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Dunelm Group's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was €2,857 Mil. Dunelm Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €247 Mil. Dunelm Group's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was 8.65%.


Dunelm Group  (FRA:DFQ) 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) %.

Dunelm Group's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Dec. 2025 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Dec. 2025 )
=247.172/2857.3552
=8.65 %

Dunelm Group's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was €2,857 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Dunelm Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €247 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.


Dunelm Group EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Dunelm Group EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Dunelm 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.

Dunelm Group EV-to-EBIT Chart

Dunelm Group Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-EBIT
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Dunelm Group Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
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 0.00 11.44 0.00 12.29 0.00

FRA:DFQ vs CASY, WSM, DKS: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Specialty Retail subindustry, Dunelm 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.


Dunelm Group EV-to-EBIT vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Dunelm Group's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Dunelm Group EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=2329.927/247.172
=9.43

Dunelm Group's current Enterprise Value is €2,330 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Dunelm Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €247 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 9.43 mean?
Dunelm Group (FRA:DFQ) has a EV-to-EBIT of 9.43 as of Jul. 23, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Dunelm Group and its competitors. This is 27% below median its historical median of 12.90. Over the past decade, Dunelm Group's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.73 to 29.37. According to the industry distribution chart, Dunelm Group ranks #271 out of 877 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 30.9%.
Is Dunelm Group's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Dunelm Group's current EV-to-EBIT of 9.43 is 27% below median its 10-year median of 12.90. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.73 to a high of 29.37. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.63. Dunelm Group's value of 9.43 is 30.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Dunelm Group ranks #271 out of 877 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Dunelm Group has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Dunelm Group's EV-to-EBIT compare to CASY and WSM?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Dunelm Group ranks #271 out of 877 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Dunelm Group in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.63. Dunelm Group's value of 9.43 is 30.8% below this benchmark. Historically, Dunelm Group's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.73 to 29.37 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.90 vs. the industry median of 13.63, Dunelm Group 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Retail - Cyclical companies is 13.63, based on 877 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. Dunelm Group's current EV-to-EBIT of 9.43 is 30.8% 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 Dunelm Group and its competitors. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 13.63 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Dunelm Group's current EV-to-EBIT is 9.43, which is 27% below median its own 10-year median of 12.90. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Dunelm Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Dunelm Group (FRA:DFQ) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €13.62, compared to a current price of €10.00 — trading 26.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 9.43, which is 27% below median its 10-year median of 12.90 and 30.8% below the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 13.63. Dunelm Group's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 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 Dunelm Group (FRA:DFQ), the current EV-to-EBIT is 9.43 as of Jul. 23, 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 Dunelm Group (FRA:DFQ) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Dunelm Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €10.00 is trading 26.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of €13.62. GuruFocus considers Dunelm Group to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:DFQ:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 9.43 (27% below median its 10-year median of 12.90)
  • GF Value™: €13.62 vs. price of €10.00 (26.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 30.8% below the Retail - Cyclical median (#271 of 877)

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


Dunelm Group Business Description

Address Watermead Business Park, Dunelm Store Support Centre, Syston, Leicester, Leicestershire, GBR, LE7 1AD
Dunelm Group PLC is a UK home-furnishing retailer. The company operates superstores, high street stores, and multichannel retail formats, such as online and telephone ordering. The diverse product offering ranges from textiles, such as bedding, curtains, cushions, quilts, and pillows, to kitchenware and dining. The products have exclusive designs and are sold under premium brands such as Dorma. Dunelm offers customers high-quality products in a broad price spectrum, supported by customer service and support. The group has one reportable segment, which is the operations to enable the retail of homewares in the UK and Ireland.
84GF Score

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