Trident Estates (MAL:TRI) EV-to-EBIT: 6.53 (As of Aug. 27, 2026) — 79% Below Median

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MAL:TRI Trident Estates PLC MAL:TRI
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What is Trident Estates EV-to-EBIT?

Trident Estates MAL:TRI 96 EV-to-EBIT is 6.53 as of Aug. 27, 2026, which is 79% below its 10-year median of 31.58. GuruFocus rates MAL:TRI with a GF Score™ of 96/100 and a GF Value™ of €1.64 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,347 Real Estate companies, Trident Estates ranks better than 80.4% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Trident Estates's Enterprise Value is €67.51 Mil. Trident Estates's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was €10.34 Mil. Therefore, Trident Estates's EV-to-EBIT for today is 6.53.

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

MAL:TRI' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.53   Med: 31.58   Max: 253.55
Current: 6.53

During the past 10 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Trident Estates was 253.55. The lowest was 6.53. And the median was 31.58.

MAL:TRI's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
80.4% of 1347 companies
in the Real Estate industry
Industry Median: 13.31 vs MAL:TRI: 6.53

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Trident Estates's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jan. 2026 was €71.29 Mil. Trident Estates's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was €10.34 Mil. Trident Estates's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jan. 2026 was 14.51%.


Trident Estates  (MAL:TRI) 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) %.

Trident Estates's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jan. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Jan. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Jan. 2026 )
=10.344/71.293
=14.51 %

Trident Estates's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jan. 2026 was €71.29 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Trident Estates's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was €10.34 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.


Trident Estates EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Trident Estates EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Trident Estates'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.

Trident Estates EV-to-EBIT Chart

Trident Estates Annual Data
Trend Jan17 Jan18 Jan19 Jan20 Jan21 Jan22 Jan23 Jan24 Jan25 Jan26
EV-to-EBIT
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Trident Estates Semi-Annual Data
Jan17 Jul17 Jan18 Jul18 Jan19 Jul19 Jan20 Jul20 Jan21 Jul21 Jan22 Jul22 Jan23 Jul23 Jan24 Jul24 Jan25 Jul25 Jan26
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MAL:TRI vs CBRE, BEKE, JLL: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Real Estate Services subindustry, Trident Estates'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.


Trident Estates EV-to-EBIT vs Real Estate Industry

For the Real Estate industry and Real Estate sector, Trident Estates's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Trident Estates EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Trident Estates's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=67.513/10.344
=6.53

Trident Estates's current Enterprise Value is €67.51 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Trident Estates's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was €10.34 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 6.53 mean?
Trident Estates (MAL:TRI) has a EV-to-EBIT of 6.53 as of Aug. 27, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Trident Estates and its competitors. This is 79% below median its historical median of 31.58. Over the past decade, Trident Estates' EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 6.53 to 253.55. According to the industry distribution chart, Trident Estates ranks #264 out of 1347 companies in the Real Estate industry, placing it in the top 19.6%.
Is Trident Estates' EV-to-EBIT too high?
Trident Estates' current EV-to-EBIT of 6.53 is 79% below median its 10-year median of 31.58. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.53 to a high of 253.55. The Real Estate industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.31. Trident Estates' value of 6.53 is 50.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Trident Estates ranks #264 out of 1347 companies in the Real Estate industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Trident Estates has a GF Score™ of 96/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Trident Estates' EV-to-EBIT compare to CBRE and BEKE?
According to the Real Estate industry distribution chart, Trident Estates ranks #264 out of 1347 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Trident Estates in the top 20% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.31. Trident Estates' value of 6.53 is 50.9% below this benchmark. Historically, Trident Estates' own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 6.53 to 253.55 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 31.58 vs. the industry median of 13.31, Trident Estates 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 Real Estate company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Real Estate companies is 13.31, based on 1,347 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. Trident Estates's current EV-to-EBIT of 6.53 is 50.9% 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 Trident Estates and its competitors. For the Real Estate industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 13.31 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Trident Estates's current EV-to-EBIT is 6.53, which is 79% below median its own 10-year median of 31.58. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Trident Estates stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Trident Estates (MAL:TRI) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €1.64, compared to a current price of €1.00 — trading 39% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 6.53, which is 79% below median its 10-year median of 31.58 and 50.9% below the Real Estate industry median of 13.31. Trident Estates' overall GF Score™ is 96/100 with 4 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 Trident Estates (MAL:TRI), the current EV-to-EBIT is 6.53 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 Trident Estates (MAL:TRI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Trident Estates stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €1.00 is trading 39% below its estimated GF Value™ of €1.64. GuruFocus considers Trident Estates to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for MAL:TRI:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 6.53 (79% below median its 10-year median of 31.58)
  • GF Value™: €1.64 vs. price of €1.00 (39% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 96/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 50.9% below the Real Estate median (#264 of 1347)

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


Trident Estates Business Description

Address Mdina Road, Zone 2, No.4 - Level 0, Trident Park, Central Business District, Notabile Gardens, Birkirkara, MLT, CBD 2010
Trident Estates PLC is a property investment company that owns and manages properties for rental and investment purposes. Its property portfolio includes Trident House, Paceville Premises (Burger King), South Street, Valletta (Pizza Hut), and other properties. All of the Group's and Company's revenue is generated in Malta and is derived solely from rental income from leased properties.
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