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The Hackett GroupHCKT -0.87%56 EV-to-EBIT is 11.87 as of Jul. 20, 2026, which is 28% below its 10-year median of 16.48. GuruFocus rates HCKT with a GF Score™ of 56/100 and a GF Value™ of $24.38 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,768 Software companies, The Hackett Group ranks better than 56.28% on this metric.
The Hackett Group (NAS:HCKT) 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.
The Hackett Group's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $402.7 Mil.
The Hackett Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $28.1 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.
The Hackett Group EV-to-EBIT Related Terms
The Hackett Group EV-to-EBIT Historical Data
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The historical data trend for The Hackett 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.
For the Information Technology Services subindustry, The Hackett 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.
The Hackett Group EV-to-EBIT vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, The Hackett Group's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where The Hackett Group's EV-to-EBIT falls into.
The Hackett Group's current Enterprise Value is $333.2 Mil.
The Hackett Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $28.1 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.
The Hackett Group (HCKT) has a EV-to-EBIT of 11.87 as of Jul. 20, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on The Hackett Group and its competitors. This is 28% below median its historical median of 16.48. Over the past decade, The Hackett Group's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 9.46 to 60.80. According to the industry distribution chart, The Hackett Group ranks #773 out of 1768 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 43.7%.
Is The Hackett Group's EV-to-EBIT too high?
The Hackett Group's current EV-to-EBIT of 11.87 is 28% below median its 10-year median of 16.48. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.46 to a high of 60.80. The Software industry median EV-to-EBIT is 14.27. The Hackett Group's value of 11.87 is 16.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, The Hackett Group ranks #773 out of 1768 companies in the Software industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, The Hackett Group has a GF Score™ of 56/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Hackett Group's EV-to-EBIT compare to TTGT and UIS?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, The Hackett Group ranks #773 out of 1768 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts The Hackett Group in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 14.27. The Hackett Group's value of 11.87 is 16.8% below this benchmark. Historically, The Hackett Group's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 9.46 to 60.80 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 16.48 vs. the industry median of 14.27, The Hackett 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 Software company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Software companies is 14.27, based on 1,768 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. The Hackett Group's current EV-to-EBIT of 11.87 is 16.8% 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 The Hackett Group and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 14.27 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. The Hackett Group's current EV-to-EBIT is 11.87, which is 28% below median its own 10-year median of 16.48. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is The Hackett Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Hackett Group (HCKT) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $24.38, compared to a current price of $10.24 — trading 58% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 11.87, which is 28% below median its 10-year median of 16.48 and 16.8% below the Software industry median of 14.27. The Hackett Group's overall GF Score™ is 56/100 with 3 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 The Hackett Group (HCKT), the current EV-to-EBIT is 11.87 as of Jul. 20, 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 The Hackett Group (HCKT) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Hackett Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $10.24 is trading 58% below its estimated GF Value™ of $24.38.
GuruFocus considers The Hackett Group to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for HCKT:
EV-to-EBIT: 11.87 (28% below median its 10-year median of 16.48)
GF Value™: $24.38 vs. price of $10.24 (58% below fair value)
Industry Position: 16.8% below the Software median (#773 of 1768)
No single metric tells the full story. See the HCKT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
The Hackett Group Inc is an IP platform-based Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) strategic consulting and executive advisory digital transformation firm. The Hackett Group provides dedicated expertise in Gen AI-enabled enterprise transformation services across the front, mid and back office areas, including its highly recognized Oracle, SAP, OneStream and Coupa implementation offerings. It operates in three segments Oracle Solutions, SAP Solutions, and Global S&BT. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Global S&BT segment in the United States.
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