PaySauce (NZSE:PYS) EV-to-EBIT: -5.50 (As of Sep. 14, 2026)

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NZSE:PYS PaySauce Ltd NZSE:PYS
45 GF Score
Price NZ$0.20
GF Value NZ$0.29
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is PaySauce EV-to-EBIT?

PaySauce NZSE:PYS -4.76% 45 EV-to-EBIT is -5.50 as of Sep. 14, 2026. GuruFocus rates NZSE:PYS with a GF Score™ of 45/100 and a GF Value™ of NZ$0.29 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,768 Software companies, PaySauce ranks worse than 56561.03% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, PaySauce's Enterprise Value is NZ$10.32 Mil. PaySauce's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was NZ$-1.88 Mil. Therefore, PaySauce's EV-to-EBIT for today is -5.50.

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

NZSE:PYS' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -63.42   Med: -9.15   Max: 112.37
Current: -5.5

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of PaySauce was 112.37. The lowest was -63.42. And the median was -9.15.

NZSE:PYS's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
100% of 1768 companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 13.7 vs NZSE:PYS: -5.50

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. PaySauce's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was NZ$27.48 Mil. PaySauce's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was NZ$-1.88 Mil. PaySauce's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was -6.82%.


PaySauce  (NZSE:PYS) 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) %.

PaySauce'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 )
=-1.875/27.48103
=-6.82 %

PaySauce's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was NZ$27.48 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. PaySauce's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was NZ$-1.88 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.


PaySauce EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


PaySauce EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for PaySauce'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.

PaySauce EV-to-EBIT Chart

PaySauce Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -7.91 -55.85 73.76 28.50 -14.66

PaySauce 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 73.76 0.00 28.50 0.00 -14.66

NZSE:PYS vs CRM, SHOP, UBER: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Software - Application subindustry, PaySauce'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.


PaySauce EV-to-EBIT vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, PaySauce's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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PaySauce EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=10.320/-1.875
=-5.50

PaySauce's current Enterprise Value is NZ$10.32 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. PaySauce's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was NZ$-1.88 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 -5.50 mean?
PaySauce (NZSE:PYS) has a EV-to-EBIT of -5.50 as of Sep. 14, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on PaySauce and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, PaySauce ranks #999999 out of 1768 companies in the Software industry.
Is PaySauce's EV-to-EBIT too high?
PaySauce's current EV-to-EBIT is -5.50. Based on the distribution chart, PaySauce ranks #999999 out of 1768 companies in the Software industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, PaySauce has a GF Score™ of 45/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does PaySauce's EV-to-EBIT compare to CRM and SHOP?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, PaySauce ranks #999999 out of 1768 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places PaySauce in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.70. 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 Software company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Software companies is 13.70, based on 1,768 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 PaySauce and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 13.70 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. PaySauce's current EV-to-EBIT is -5.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is PaySauce stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PaySauce (NZSE:PYS) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is NZ$0.29, compared to a current price of NZ$0.20 — trading 31% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is -5.50. PaySauce's overall GF Score™ is 45/100 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 PaySauce (NZSE:PYS), the current EV-to-EBIT is -5.50 as of Sep. 14, 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 PaySauce (NZSE:PYS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PaySauce stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NZ$0.20 is trading 31% below its estimated GF Value™ of NZ$0.29. GuruFocus considers PaySauce to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for NZSE:PYS:

  • EV-to-EBIT: -5.50
  • GF Value™: NZ$0.29 vs. price of NZ$0.20 (31% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 45/100 with 3 warning signs

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


PaySauce Business Description

Address 85 The Esplanade, Petone, Lower Hutt, NZL, 5012
PaySauce Ltd operates a SaaS-based fintech platform that provides digital payroll solutions across multiple jurisdictions in the Asia-Pacific region. Its technology enables employers to onboard, pay, and manage employees digitally. The platform includes features such as rosters, mobile timesheets, payroll calculations, banking integration, automated payments, PAYE filing, labour costing, and automated general ledger entries. It also offers a feature that allows employees to access earned wages before scheduled pay dates. The company generates the majority of its revenue in the form of processing fees, which are the monthly or annual subscription fees that customers pay for PaySauce payroll products. It also earns interest income on a float of funds held on behalf of customers.
45GF Score

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