Combined Motor Holdings (JSE:CMH) EV-to-EBIT: 4.39 (As of Aug. 27, 2026) — Near Median

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JSE:CMH Combined Motor Holdings Ltd JSE:CMH
92 GF Score
Price R37.01
GF Value R39.42
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Combined Motor Holdings EV-to-EBIT?

Combined Motor Holdings JSE:CMH -1.31% 92 EV-to-EBIT is 4.39 as of Aug. 27, 2026, which is 7% below its 10-year median of 4.71. GuruFocus rates JSE:CMH with a GF Score™ of 92/100 and a GF Value™ of R39.42 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,094 Vehicles & Parts companies, Combined Motor Holdings ranks better than 88.03% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Combined Motor Holdings's Enterprise Value is R3,557 Mil. Combined Motor Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was R811 Mil. Therefore, Combined Motor Holdings's EV-to-EBIT for today is 4.39.

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

JSE:CMH' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.92   Med: 4.71   Max: 7.28
Current: 4.39

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Combined Motor Holdings was 7.28. The lowest was 2.92. And the median was 4.71.

JSE:CMH's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
88.03% of 1094 companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 13.085 vs JSE:CMH: 4.39

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Combined Motor Holdings's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was R3,764 Mil. Combined Motor Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was R811 Mil. Combined Motor Holdings's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 21.54%.


Combined Motor Holdings  (JSE:CMH) 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) %.

Combined Motor Holdings's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Feb. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Feb. 2026 )
=810.934/3764.21
=21.54 %

Combined Motor Holdings's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was R3,764 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Combined Motor Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was R811 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.


Combined Motor Holdings EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Combined Motor Holdings EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Combined Motor Holdings'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.

Combined Motor Holdings EV-to-EBIT Chart

Combined Motor Holdings Annual Data
Trend Feb17 Feb18 Feb19 Feb20 Feb21 Feb22 Feb23 Feb24 Feb25 Feb26
EV-to-EBIT
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Combined Motor Holdings Semi-Annual Data
Aug16 Feb17 Aug17 Feb18 Aug18 Feb19 Aug19 Feb20 Aug20 Feb21 Aug21 Feb22 Aug22 Feb23 Aug23 Feb24 Aug24 Feb25 Aug25 Feb26
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 3.58 0.00 4.79 0.00 4.64

JSE:CMH vs CVNA, PAG, KMX: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Auto & Truck Dealerships subindustry, Combined Motor Holdings'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.


Combined Motor Holdings EV-to-EBIT vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Combined Motor Holdings's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Combined Motor Holdings's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


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Combined Motor Holdings EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Combined Motor Holdings's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=3556.622/810.934
=4.39

Combined Motor Holdings's current Enterprise Value is R3,557 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Combined Motor Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was R811 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 4.39 mean?
Combined Motor Holdings (JSE:CMH) has a EV-to-EBIT of 4.39 as of Aug. 27, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Combined Motor Holdings and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 4.71. Over the past decade, Combined Motor Holdings' EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 2.92 to 7.28. According to the industry distribution chart, Combined Motor Holdings ranks #131 out of 1094 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 12%.
Is Combined Motor Holdings' EV-to-EBIT too high?
Combined Motor Holdings' current EV-to-EBIT of 4.39 is near median its 10-year median of 4.71. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.92 to a high of 7.28. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.09. Combined Motor Holdings' value of 4.39 is 66.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Combined Motor Holdings ranks #131 out of 1094 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Combined Motor Holdings has a GF Score™ of 92/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Combined Motor Holdings' EV-to-EBIT compare to CVNA and PAG?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Combined Motor Holdings ranks #131 out of 1094 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Combined Motor Holdings in the top 12% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.09. Combined Motor Holdings' value of 4.39 is 66.5% below this benchmark. Historically, Combined Motor Holdings' own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 2.92 to 7.28 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.71 vs. the industry median of 13.09, Combined Motor Holdings 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Vehicles & Parts companies is 13.09, based on 1,094 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. Combined Motor Holdings's current EV-to-EBIT of 4.39 is 66.5% 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 Combined Motor Holdings and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 13.09 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Combined Motor Holdings's current EV-to-EBIT is 4.39, which is near median its own 10-year median of 4.71. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Combined Motor Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Combined Motor Holdings (JSE:CMH) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is R39.42, compared to a current price of R37.01 — trading 6.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 4.39, which is near median its 10-year median of 4.71 and 66.5% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 13.09. Combined Motor Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 92/100 with 2 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 Combined Motor Holdings (JSE:CMH), the current EV-to-EBIT is 4.39 as of Aug. 27, 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 Combined Motor Holdings (JSE:CMH) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Combined Motor Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R37.01 is trading 6.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of R39.42. GuruFocus considers Combined Motor Holdings to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for JSE:CMH:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 4.39 (near median its 10-year median of 4.71)
  • GF Value™: R39.42 vs. price of R37.01 (6.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 92/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 66.5% below the Vehicles & Parts median (#131 of 1094)

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


Combined Motor Holdings Business Description

Address 1 Wilton Crescent, Umhlanga Ridge, Durban, ZAF, 4319
Combined Motor Holdings Ltd is a South Africa-based investment holding company engaged in motor retail and distribution, car hire, and financial services. The Company operates through four business segments: Motor Retail and Distribution, which generates maximum revenue and covers passenger, light commercial, and heavy commercial vehicles in both the volume and luxury categories; Car Hire, which offers a range of well-maintained vehicles for short- and long-term hire; Financial Services, which provides insurance underwriting facilities for products sold with new and used vehicles, including coverage for death, disability, dread disease, retrenchment, vehicle and component warranties, and vehicle financing through joint ventures with two finance houses; and Corporate Services and Other.
92GF Score

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