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Global Water ResourcesGWRS -0.51%73 EV-to-EBIT is 37.02 as of Sep. 12, 2026, which is 11% above its 10-year median of 33.42. GuruFocus rates GWRS with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of $10.43 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 465 Utilities - Regulated companies, Global Water Resources ranks worse than 92.9% on this metric.
Global Water Resources (NAS:GWRS) 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.
Global Water Resources's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was $348.76 Mil.
Global Water Resources'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 $10.56 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.
* 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 Utilities - Regulated Water subindustry, Global Water Resources'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.
Global Water Resources EV-to-EBIT vs Utilities - Regulated Industry
For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, Global Water Resources's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Global Water Resources's EV-to-EBIT falls into.
Global Water Resources's current Enterprise Value is $391.09 Mil.
Global Water Resources'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 $10.56 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.
Global Water Resources (GWRS) has a EV-to-EBIT of 37.02 as of Sep. 12, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Global Water Resources and its competitors. This is 11% above median its historical median of 33.42. Over the past decade, Global Water Resources' EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 4.78 to 77.08. According to the industry distribution chart, Global Water Resources ranks #432 out of 465 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 92.9%.
Is Global Water Resources' EV-to-EBIT too high?
Global Water Resources' current EV-to-EBIT of 37.02 is 11% above median its 10-year median of 33.42. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.78 to a high of 77.08. The Utilities - Regulated industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.75. Global Water Resources' value of 37.02 is 169.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Global Water Resources ranks #432 out of 465 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Global Water Resources has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Global Water Resources' EV-to-EBIT compare to PCYO and CDZI?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, Global Water Resources ranks #432 out of 465 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Global Water Resources in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.75. Global Water Resources' value of 37.02 is 169.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Global Water Resources' own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 4.78 to 77.08 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 33.42 vs. the industry median of 13.75, Global Water Resources 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 Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Utilities - Regulated companies is 13.75, based on 465 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. Global Water Resources's current EV-to-EBIT of 37.02 is 169.2% 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 Global Water Resources and its competitors. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 13.75 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Global Water Resources's current EV-to-EBIT is 37.02, which is 11% above median its own 10-year median of 33.42. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Global Water Resources stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Global Water Resources (GWRS) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $10.43, compared to a current price of $8.71 — trading 16.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 37.02, which is 11% above median its 10-year median of 33.42 and 169.2% above the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 13.75. Global Water Resources' overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 10 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 Global Water Resources (GWRS), the current EV-to-EBIT is 37.02 as of Sep. 12, 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 Global Water Resources (GWRS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Global Water Resources stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $8.71 is trading 16.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $10.43.
GuruFocus considers Global Water Resources to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for GWRS:
EV-to-EBIT: 37.02 (11% above median its 10-year median of 33.42)
GF Value™: $10.43 vs. price of $8.71 (16.5% below fair value)
Industry Position: 169.2% above the Utilities - Regulated median (#432 of 465)
No single metric tells the full story. See the GWRS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Global Water Resources Inc operates as a water resources management company that owns, operates, and manages water, wastewater, and recycled water utilities in strategically located communities, principally in metropolitan Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona. It operates within the State of Arizona. Operating revenue of the company is derived from regulated water, wastewater, and recycled water service provided to customers based upon tariff rates.
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