Privatization Holding Co (KUW:PHC) EV-to-EBIT: -11.13 (As of Aug. 30, 2026)

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What is Privatization Holding Co EV-to-EBIT?

Privatization Holding Co KUW:PHC -1.67% 10 EV-to-EBIT is -11.13 as of Aug. 30, 2026. GuruFocus rates KUW:PHC with a GF Score™ of 10/100 and a GF Value™ of KWD0.09 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 501 Asset Management companies, Privatization Holding Co ranks worse than 199600.6% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Privatization Holding Co's Enterprise Value is KWD65.00 Mil. Privatization Holding Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was KWD-5.84 Mil. Therefore, Privatization Holding Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is -11.13.

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

KUW:PHC' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -173.38   Med: -4.92   Max: 132.44
Current: -11.13

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Privatization Holding Co was 132.44. The lowest was -173.38. And the median was -4.92.

KUW:PHC's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
100% of 501 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 9.38 vs KUW:PHC: -11.13

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Privatization Holding Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was KWD45.89 Mil. Privatization Holding Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was KWD-5.84 Mil. Privatization Holding Co's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was -12.73%.


Privatization Holding Co  (KUW:PHC) 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) %.

Privatization Holding Co's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Jun. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=-5.84/45.88525
=-12.73 %

Privatization Holding Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was KWD45.89 Mil.
Privatization Holding Co'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 KWD-5.84 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.


Privatization Holding Co EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Privatization Holding Co EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Privatization Holding Co'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.

Privatization Holding Co EV-to-EBIT Chart

Privatization Holding Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -15.44 -3.66 -1.61 -8.95 -2.70

Privatization Holding Co Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 -4.43 -4.61 -2.70 -3.13 -7.86

KUW:PHC vs BLK, BX, KKR: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Privatization Holding Co'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.


Privatization Holding Co EV-to-EBIT vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Privatization Holding Co's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Privatization Holding Co's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


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Privatization Holding Co EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Privatization Holding Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=65.002/-5.84
=-11.13

Privatization Holding Co's current Enterprise Value is KWD65.00 Mil.
Privatization Holding Co'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 KWD-5.84 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 -11.13 mean?
Privatization Holding Co (KUW:PHC) has a EV-to-EBIT of -11.13 as of Aug. 30, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Privatization Holding Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Privatization Holding Co ranks #999999 out of 501 companies in the Asset Management industry.
Is Privatization Holding Co's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Privatization Holding Co's current EV-to-EBIT is -11.13. Based on the distribution chart, Privatization Holding Co ranks #999999 out of 501 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Privatization Holding Co has a GF Score™ of 10/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Privatization Holding Co's EV-to-EBIT compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Privatization Holding Co ranks #999999 out of 501 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Privatization Holding Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 9.38. 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 Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Asset Management companies is 9.38, based on 501 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. 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 Privatization Holding Co and its competitors. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 9.38 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Privatization Holding Co's current EV-to-EBIT is -11.13. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Privatization Holding Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Privatization Holding Co (KUW:PHC) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is KWD0.09, compared to a current price of KWD0.18 — trading 96.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is -11.13. Privatization Holding Co's overall GF Score™ is 10/100 with 7 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 Privatization Holding Co (KUW:PHC), the current EV-to-EBIT is -11.13 as of Aug. 30, 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 Privatization Holding Co (KUW:PHC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Privatization Holding Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of KWD0.18 is trading 96.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of KWD0.09. GuruFocus considers Privatization Holding Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for KUW:PHC:

  • EV-to-EBIT: -11.13
  • GF Value™: KWD0.09 vs. price of KWD0.18 (96.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 10/100 with 7 warning signs

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


Privatization Holding Co Business Description

Address Ahmad Al-Jaber Street, Dar Al Awadi Tower, 23rd Floor, P.O. Box 4323, Sharq, Safat, Kuwait City, KWT, 13104
Privatization Holding Co participates in Private-Public Partnership (PPP) Projects as a strategic financial partner, focusing on the utilities and infrastructure sectors in GCC, MENA, and Asian regions. The group has two operating segments: investment and others. Geographically, it generates maximum revenue from Kuwait and the rest from non-Kuwait regions.
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