Pepkor Holdings (JSE:PPH) EV-to-EBIT: 8.73 (As of Sep. 05, 2026) — 27% Below Median

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JSE:PPH Pepkor Holdings Ltd JSE:PPH
77 GF Score
Price R19.78
GF Value R27.27
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Pepkor Holdings EV-to-EBIT?

Pepkor Holdings JSE:PPH +0.66% 77 EV-to-EBIT is 8.73 as of Sep. 05, 2026, which is 27% below its 10-year median of 12.01. GuruFocus rates JSE:PPH with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of R27.27 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 880 Retail - Cyclical companies, Pepkor Holdings ranks better than 69.66% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Pepkor Holdings's Enterprise Value is R101,351 Mil. Pepkor Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R11,603 Mil. Therefore, Pepkor Holdings's EV-to-EBIT for today is 8.73.

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

JSE:PPH' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.08   Med: 12.01   Max: 55.87
Current: 8.74

During the past 11 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Pepkor Holdings was 55.87. The lowest was 7.08. And the median was 12.01.

JSE:PPH's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
69.66% of 880 companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 12.98 vs JSE:PPH: 8.74

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Pepkor Holdings's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was R111,781 Mil. Pepkor Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R11,603 Mil. Pepkor Holdings's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 10.38%.


Pepkor Holdings  (JSE:PPH) 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) %.

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

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Mar. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=11603/111781.445
=10.38 %

Pepkor Holdings's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was R111,781 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Pepkor Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R11,603 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.


Pepkor Holdings EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Pepkor Holdings EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Pepkor 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.

Pepkor Holdings EV-to-EBIT Chart

Pepkor Holdings Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-EBIT
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Pepkor Holdings Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
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 15.46 0.00 10.13 0.00

JSE:PPH vs DDS, M: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Department Stores subindustry, Pepkor 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.


Pepkor Holdings EV-to-EBIT vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

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

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


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Pepkor Holdings EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=101351.076/11603
=8.73

Pepkor Holdings's current Enterprise Value is R101,351 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Pepkor Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R11,603 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 8.73 mean?
Pepkor Holdings (JSE:PPH) has a EV-to-EBIT of 8.73 as of Sep. 05, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Pepkor Holdings and its competitors. This is 27% below median its historical median of 12.01. Over the past decade, Pepkor Holdings' EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.08 to 55.87. According to the industry distribution chart, Pepkor Holdings ranks #267 out of 880 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 30.3%.
Is Pepkor Holdings' EV-to-EBIT too high?
Pepkor Holdings' current EV-to-EBIT of 8.73 is 27% below median its 10-year median of 12.01. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.08 to a high of 55.87. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.98. Pepkor Holdings' value of 8.73 is 32.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Pepkor Holdings ranks #267 out of 880 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Pepkor Holdings has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pepkor Holdings' EV-to-EBIT compare to DDS and M?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Pepkor Holdings ranks #267 out of 880 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Pepkor Holdings in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.98. Pepkor Holdings' value of 8.73 is 32.7% below this benchmark. Historically, Pepkor Holdings' own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.08 to 55.87 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.01 vs. the industry median of 12.98, Pepkor 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Retail - Cyclical companies is 12.98, based on 880 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. Pepkor Holdings's current EV-to-EBIT of 8.73 is 32.7% 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 Pepkor Holdings and its competitors. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 12.98 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Pepkor Holdings's current EV-to-EBIT is 8.73, which is 27% below median its own 10-year median of 12.01. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Pepkor Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pepkor Holdings (JSE:PPH) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R27.27, compared to a current price of R19.78 — trading 27.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 8.73, which is 27% below median its 10-year median of 12.01 and 32.7% below the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 12.98. Pepkor Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 77/100 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 Pepkor Holdings (JSE:PPH), the current EV-to-EBIT is 8.73 as of Sep. 05, 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 Pepkor Holdings (JSE:PPH) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pepkor Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R19.78 is trading 27.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of R27.27. GuruFocus considers Pepkor Holdings to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for JSE:PPH:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 8.73 (27% below median its 10-year median of 12.01)
  • GF Value™: R27.27 vs. price of R19.78 (27.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 32.7% below the Retail - Cyclical median (#267 of 880)

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


Pepkor Holdings Business Description

Other Exchanges S1VA:Germany
Address 36 Stellenberg Road, Parow Industria, Cape Town, WC, ZAF, 7493
Pepkor Holdings Ltd is a South African retail investment company specializing in discount and value consumer goods. The company operates across three segments: i) Clothing and general merchandise: This segment includes all clothing, footwear and homeware (CFH) retail brands. ii) Furniture, appliances and electronics: This segment includes the Pepkor Lifestyle retail business. iii) FinTech: This segment provides Financial services including Lending, Insurance, etc. The company derives the majority of its revenue from the Clothing and general merchandise segment. Geographically, it generates the maximum revenue from South Africa.
77GF Score

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