Centro Escolar UniversityPHS:CEU +1.20%72 EV-to-EBIT is 6.63 as of Jul. 09, 2026, which is 35% below its 10-year median of 10.14. GuruFocus rates PHS:CEU with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of ₱14.48 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 196 Education companies, Centro Escolar University ranks better than 65.82% on this metric.
Centro Escolar University (PHS:CEU) 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.
Centro Escolar University's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was ₱5,461 Mil.
Centro Escolar University's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was ₱721 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.
Centro Escolar University EV-to-EBIT Related Terms
Centro Escolar University EV-to-EBIT Historical Data
* 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 Education & Training Services subindustry, Centro Escolar University'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.
Centro Escolar University EV-to-EBIT vs Education Industry
For the Education industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Centro Escolar University's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Centro Escolar University's EV-to-EBIT falls into.
Centro Escolar University's current Enterprise Value is ₱4,781 Mil.
Centro Escolar University's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was ₱721 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.
Centro Escolar University (PHS:CEU) has a EV-to-EBIT of 6.63 as of Jul. 09, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Centro Escolar University and its competitors. This is 35% below median its historical median of 10.14. Over the past decade, Centro Escolar University's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 2.51 to 124.69. According to the industry distribution chart, Centro Escolar University ranks #67 out of 196 companies in the Education industry, placing it in the top 34.2%.
Is Centro Escolar University's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Centro Escolar University's current EV-to-EBIT of 6.63 is 35% below median its 10-year median of 10.14. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.51 to a high of 124.69. The Education industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.12. Centro Escolar University's value of 6.63 is 34.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Centro Escolar University ranks #67 out of 196 companies in the Education industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Centro Escolar University has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Centro Escolar University's EV-to-EBIT compare to EDU and TAL?
According to the Education industry distribution chart, Centro Escolar University ranks #67 out of 196 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Centro Escolar University in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.12. Centro Escolar University's value of 6.63 is 34.5% below this benchmark. Historically, Centro Escolar University's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 2.51 to 124.69 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.14 vs. the industry median of 10.12, Centro Escolar University 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 an Education company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Education companies is 10.12, based on 196 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. Centro Escolar University's current EV-to-EBIT of 6.63 is 34.5% 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 Centro Escolar University and its competitors. For the Education industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 10.12 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Centro Escolar University's current EV-to-EBIT is 6.63, which is 35% below median its own 10-year median of 10.14. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Centro Escolar University stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Centro Escolar University (PHS:CEU) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₱14.48, compared to a current price of ₱15.18 — trading 4.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 6.63, which is 35% below median its 10-year median of 10.14 and 34.5% below the Education industry median of 10.12. Centro Escolar University's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 6 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 Centro Escolar University (PHS:CEU), the current EV-to-EBIT is 6.63 as of Jul. 09, 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 Centro Escolar University (PHS:CEU) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Centro Escolar University stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ₱15.18 is trading 4.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₱14.48.
GuruFocus considers Centro Escolar University to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for PHS:CEU:
EV-to-EBIT: 6.63 (35% below median its 10-year median of 10.14)
GF Value™: ₱14.48 vs. price of ₱15.18 (4.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 34.5% below the Education median (#67 of 196)
No single metric tells the full story. See the PHS:CEU stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Centro Escolar University is a Philippines-based institution of higher learning. The company is engaged in establishing, maintaining, and operating an educational institution for the training of the youth in all branches of the arts and sciences, offering classes at the tertiary level. The University operates in four geographical segments, such as Mendiola, Malolos, Makati-Gil Puyat, and Makati Legaspi campus.
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