Manila Bulletin Publishing (PHS:MB) EV-to-EBIT: 16.30 (As of Jul. 03, 2026) — 39% Below Median


PHS:MB Manila Bulletin Publishing Corp PHS:MB
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GF Value ₱0.17
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Manila Bulletin Publishing EV-to-EBIT?

Manila Bulletin Publishing PHS:MB 40 EV-to-EBIT is 16.30 as of Jul. 03, 2026, which is 39% below its 10-year median of 26.57. GuruFocus rates PHS:MB with a GF Score™ of 40/100 and a GF Value™ of ₱0.17 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 639 Media - Diversified companies, Manila Bulletin Publishing ranks worse than 64.95% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Manila Bulletin Publishing's Enterprise Value is ₱2,220.3 Mil. Manila Bulletin Publishing's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₱136.2 Mil. Therefore, Manila Bulletin Publishing's EV-to-EBIT for today is 16.30.

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

PHS:MB' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 13.54   Med: 26.57   Max: 47.96
Current: 16.3

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Manila Bulletin Publishing was 47.96. The lowest was 13.54. And the median was 26.57.

PHS:MB's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
64.95% of 639 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 10.78 vs PHS:MB: 16.30

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Manila Bulletin Publishing's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was ₱2,078.2 Mil. Manila Bulletin Publishing's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₱136.2 Mil. Manila Bulletin Publishing's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 6.56%.


Manila Bulletin Publishing  (PHS:MB) 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) %.

Manila Bulletin Publishing'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 )
=136.244/2078.219935
=6.56 %

Manila Bulletin Publishing's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was ₱2,078.2 Mil.
Manila Bulletin Publishing'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 ₱136.2 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.


Manila Bulletin Publishing EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Manila Bulletin Publishing EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Manila Bulletin Publishing'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.

Manila Bulletin Publishing EV-to-EBIT Chart

Manila Bulletin Publishing Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Manila Bulletin Publishing Quarterly Data
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PHS:MB vs NYT, WLY: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Publishing subindustry, Manila Bulletin Publishing'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.


Manila Bulletin Publishing EV-to-EBIT vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Manila Bulletin Publishing's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Manila Bulletin Publishing EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Manila Bulletin Publishing's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=2220.331/136.244
=16.30

Manila Bulletin Publishing's current Enterprise Value is ₱2,220.3 Mil.
Manila Bulletin Publishing'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 ₱136.2 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 16.30 mean?
Manila Bulletin Publishing (PHS:MB) has a EV-to-EBIT of 16.30 as of Jul. 03, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Manila Bulletin Publishing and its competitors. This is 39% below median its historical median of 26.57. Over the past decade, Manila Bulletin Publishing's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 13.54 to 47.96. According to the industry distribution chart, Manila Bulletin Publishing ranks #415 out of 639 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 64.9%.
Is Manila Bulletin Publishing's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Manila Bulletin Publishing's current EV-to-EBIT of 16.30 is 39% below median its 10-year median of 26.57. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 13.54 to a high of 47.96. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.78. Manila Bulletin Publishing's value of 16.30 is 51.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Manila Bulletin Publishing ranks #415 out of 639 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Manila Bulletin Publishing has a GF Score™ of 40/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Manila Bulletin Publishing's EV-to-EBIT compare to NYT and WLY?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Manila Bulletin Publishing ranks #415 out of 639 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Manila Bulletin Publishing in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.78. Manila Bulletin Publishing's value of 16.30 is 51.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Manila Bulletin Publishing's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 13.54 to 47.96 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 26.57 vs. the industry median of 10.78, Manila Bulletin Publishing 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 10.78, based on 639 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. Manila Bulletin Publishing's current EV-to-EBIT of 16.30 is 51.2% 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 Manila Bulletin Publishing and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 10.78 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Manila Bulletin Publishing's current EV-to-EBIT is 16.30, which is 39% below median its own 10-year median of 26.57. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Manila Bulletin Publishing stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Manila Bulletin Publishing (PHS:MB) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₱0.17, compared to a current price of ₱0.21 — trading 21.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 16.30, which is 39% below median its 10-year median of 26.57 and 51.2% above the Media - Diversified industry median of 10.78. Manila Bulletin Publishing's overall GF Score™ is 40/100 with 5 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 Manila Bulletin Publishing (PHS:MB), the current EV-to-EBIT is 16.30 as of Jul. 03, 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 Manila Bulletin Publishing (PHS:MB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Manila Bulletin Publishing stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₱0.21 is trading 21.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₱0.17. GuruFocus considers Manila Bulletin Publishing to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for PHS:MB:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 16.30 (39% below median its 10-year median of 26.57)
  • GF Value™: ₱0.17 vs. price of ₱0.21 (21.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 40/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 51.2% above the Media - Diversified median (#415 of 639)

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


Manila Bulletin Publishing Business Description

Address Muralla corner Recoletos Streets, Intramuros, Manila Bulletin Building, Manila, PHL, 0900
Manila Bulletin Publishing Corp mainly engaged in the publication, distribution, and advertising of news, magazines, and digital content. The company operates in the fields of journalism, publishing, advertising, and digital media. Its activities are Publishing and Printing: Producing and distributing content and news through print media, including newspapers and magazines, and through online platforms, extending the reach of its publications., and Advertising Services: Offering advertising solutions across its print, digital, and other media platforms for businesses and brands. Its services are Advertising Services, Subscription Services, Digital Content and Platforms, Special Projects & Partnerships. Its brands are Manila Bulletin, Tempo, Balita, Liwayway, Bannawag, etc.
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