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Manchester UnitedMANU +0.38%70 EV-to-EBIT is 86.82 as of Aug. 21, 2026, which is 173% above its 10-year median of 31.83. GuruFocus rates MANU with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of $18.03 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 642 Media - Diversified companies, Manchester United ranks worse than 93.3% on this metric.
Manchester United (NYSE:MANU) 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.
Manchester United's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $3,827.0 Mil.
Manchester United'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 $58.6 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.
Manchester United EV-to-EBIT Related Terms
Manchester United EV-to-EBIT Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Manchester United'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 Entertainment subindustry, Manchester United'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.
Manchester United EV-to-EBIT vs Media - Diversified Industry
For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Manchester United's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Manchester United's EV-to-EBIT falls into.
Manchester United's current Enterprise Value is $5,087.0 Mil.
Manchester United'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 $58.6 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.
Manchester United (MANU) has a EV-to-EBIT of 86.82 as of Aug. 21, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Manchester United and its competitors. This is 173% above median its historical median of 31.83. According to the industry distribution chart, Manchester United ranks #599 out of 642 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 93.3%.
Is Manchester United's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Manchester United's current EV-to-EBIT of 86.82 is 173% above median its 10-year median of 31.83. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.37. Manchester United's value of 86.82 is 737.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Manchester United ranks #599 out of 642 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Manchester United has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Manchester United's EV-to-EBIT compare to LION and CNK?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Manchester United ranks #599 out of 642 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Manchester United in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.37. Manchester United's value of 86.82 is 737.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 31.83 vs. the industry median of 10.37, Manchester United has consistently been above 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Media - Diversified companies is 10.37, based on 642 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. Manchester United's current EV-to-EBIT of 86.82 is 737.6% above 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 Manchester United and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 10.37 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Manchester United's current EV-to-EBIT is 86.82, which is 173% above median its own 10-year median of 31.83. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Manchester United stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Manchester United (MANU) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $18.03, compared to a current price of $24.02 — trading 33.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 86.82, which is 173% above median its 10-year median of 31.83 and 737.6% above the Media - Diversified industry median of 10.37. Manchester United's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 with 10 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 Manchester United (MANU), the current EV-to-EBIT is 86.82 as of Aug. 21, 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 Manchester United (MANU) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Manchester United stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $24.02 is trading 33.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $18.03.
GuruFocus considers Manchester United to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for MANU:
EV-to-EBIT: 86.82 (173% above median its 10-year median of 31.83)
GF Value™: $18.03 vs. price of $24.02 (33.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 737.6% above the Media - Diversified median (#599 of 642)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MANU stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Manchester United PLC operates as a professional football club with related activities, generating revenue prominently through commercial, broadcasting, and matchday segments. The commercial segment monetizes the various brands via sponsorships, retail, merchandising, apparel, and product licensing. Broadcasting revenue comes from television rights linked to football leagues and competitions, alongside content delivered through its dedicated TV channel all over the globe. Matchday income includes ticket sales, hospitality, merchandise, and services at its stadium. Manchester United is based in England. The company's operations and fan base extends to many countries, supporting a diversified revenue model based on brand engagement and football-related content.
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