PJT (PJT Partners) EV-to-EBIT: 12.40 (As of Aug. 02, 2026) — 17% Below Median

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Price $168.31
GF Value $218.41
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What is PJT Partners EV-to-EBIT?

PJT Partners PJT +0.45% 89 EV-to-EBIT is 12.40 as of Aug. 02, 2026, which is 17% below its 10-year median of 14.99. GuruFocus rates PJT with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of $218.41 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 500 Capital Markets companies, PJT Partners ranks worse than 56.2% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, PJT Partners's Enterprise Value is $5,144 Mil. PJT Partners's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $415 Mil. Therefore, PJT Partners's EV-to-EBIT for today is 12.40.

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

PJT' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -21.8   Med: 14.99   Max: 57.06
Current: 12.4

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of PJT Partners was 57.06. The lowest was -21.80. And the median was 14.99.

PJT's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
56.2% of 500 companies
in the Capital Markets industry
Industry Median: 9.82 vs PJT: 12.40

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. PJT Partners's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was $4,753 Mil. PJT Partners's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $415 Mil. PJT Partners's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 8.72%.


PJT Partners  (NYSE:PJT) 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) %.

PJT Partners's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Jun. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=414.682/4752.9455
=8.72 %

PJT Partners's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was $4,753 Mil.
PJT Partners's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $415 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.


PJT Partners EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


PJT Partners EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for PJT Partners'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.

PJT Partners EV-to-EBIT Chart

PJT Partners Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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PJT Partners Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 16.18 14.70 12.79 11.26 11.46

PJT vs LAZ, GLXY, MKTX: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Capital Markets subindustry, PJT Partners'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.


PJT Partners EV-to-EBIT vs Capital Markets Industry

For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, PJT Partners's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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PJT Partners EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=5143.618/414.682
=12.40

PJT Partners's current Enterprise Value is $5,144 Mil.
PJT Partners's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $415 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 12.40 mean?
PJT Partners (PJT) has a EV-to-EBIT of 12.40 as of Aug. 02, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on PJT Partners and its competitors. This is 17% below median its historical median of 14.99. According to the industry distribution chart, PJT Partners ranks #281 out of 500 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 56.2%.
Is PJT Partners' EV-to-EBIT too high?
PJT Partners' current EV-to-EBIT of 12.40 is 17% below median its 10-year median of 14.99. The Capital Markets industry median EV-to-EBIT is 9.82. PJT Partners' value of 12.40 is 26.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, PJT Partners ranks #281 out of 500 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, PJT Partners has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does PJT Partners' EV-to-EBIT compare to LAZ and GLXY?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, PJT Partners ranks #281 out of 500 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places PJT Partners in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 9.82. PJT Partners' value of 12.40 is 26.3% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 14.99 vs. the industry median of 9.82, PJT Partners 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 Capital Markets company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Capital Markets companies is 9.82, based on 500 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. PJT Partners's current EV-to-EBIT of 12.40 is 26.3% 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 PJT Partners and its competitors. For the Capital Markets industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 9.82 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. PJT Partners's current EV-to-EBIT is 12.40, which is 17% below median its own 10-year median of 14.99. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is PJT Partners stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PJT Partners (PJT) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $218.41, compared to a current price of $168.31 — trading 22.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 12.40, which is 17% below median its 10-year median of 14.99 and 26.3% above the Capital Markets industry median of 9.82. PJT Partners' overall GF Score™ is 89/100 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 PJT Partners (PJT), the current EV-to-EBIT is 12.40 as of Aug. 02, 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 PJT Partners (PJT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PJT Partners stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $168.31 is trading 22.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of $218.41. GuruFocus considers PJT Partners to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for PJT:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 12.40 (17% below median its 10-year median of 14.99)
  • GF Value™: $218.41 vs. price of $168.31 (22.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 89/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 26.3% above the Capital Markets median (#281 of 500)

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


PJT Partners Business Description

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PJT Partners Inc is an advisory-focused investment bank that offers a portfolio of advisory services designed to help its clients achieve their strategic objectives. The company delivers a range of strategic advisory, capital markets advisory, restructuring and special situations, and shareholder advisory services to corporations, financial sponsors, institutional investors, and governments around the world. It also provides private fund advisory and fundraising services for alternative investment strategies, including private equity, real estate, hedge funds, and private credit. The company generates its revenue from advisory fees, placement services, and others. Geographically, it generates maximum revenue from the United States, followed by the United Kingdom and other markets.
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