SQNS (Sequans Communications) EV-to-EBIT: -1.62 (As of Sep. 09, 2026)

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SQNS Sequans Communications SA SQNS
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Price $2.96
GF Value $4.77
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Sequans Communications EV-to-EBIT?

Sequans Communications SQNS +3.14% 47 EV-to-EBIT is -1.62 as of Sep. 09, 2026. GuruFocus rates SQNS with a GF Score™ of 47/100 and a GF Value™ of $4.77 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 716 Semiconductors companies, Sequans Communications ranks worse than 139664.66% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Sequans Communications's Enterprise Value is $30.70 Mil. Sequans Communications's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-18.96 Mil. Therefore, Sequans Communications's EV-to-EBIT for today is -1.62.

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

SQNS' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -133.52   Med: -6.66   Max: 120.62
Current: -1.62

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Sequans Communications was 120.62. The lowest was -133.52. And the median was -6.66.

SQNS's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
100% of 716 companies
in the Semiconductors industry
Industry Median: 28.595 vs SQNS: -1.62

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Sequans Communications's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was $37.30 Mil. Sequans Communications's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-18.96 Mil. Sequans Communications's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was -50.83%.


Sequans Communications  (NYSE:SQNS) 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) %.

Sequans Communications'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 )
=-18.962/37.3024
=-50.83 %

Sequans Communications's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was $37.30 Mil.
Sequans Communications'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 $-18.96 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.


Sequans Communications EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Sequans Communications EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sequans Communications'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.

Sequans Communications EV-to-EBIT Chart

Sequans Communications Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -27.00 59.36 -8.34 -1.58 -1.32

Sequans Communications Quarterly Data
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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 -0.73 -0.23 -1.32 -4.37 -1.97

SQNS vs GUER, PXLW, NA: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Semiconductors subindustry, Sequans Communications'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.


Sequans Communications EV-to-EBIT vs Semiconductors Industry

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

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


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Sequans Communications EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=30.701/-18.962
=-1.62

Sequans Communications's current Enterprise Value is $30.70 Mil.
Sequans Communications'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 $-18.96 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 -1.62 mean?
Sequans Communications (SQNS) has a EV-to-EBIT of -1.62 as of Sep. 09, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Sequans Communications and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Sequans Communications ranks #999999 out of 716 companies in the Semiconductors industry.
Is Sequans Communications' EV-to-EBIT too high?
Sequans Communications' current EV-to-EBIT is -1.62. Based on the distribution chart, Sequans Communications ranks #999999 out of 716 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Sequans Communications has a GF Score™ of 47/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sequans Communications' EV-to-EBIT compare to GUER and PXLW?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, Sequans Communications ranks #999999 out of 716 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Sequans Communications in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 28.60. 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 Semiconductors company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Semiconductors companies is 28.60, based on 716 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 Sequans Communications and its competitors. For the Semiconductors industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 28.60 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sequans Communications's current EV-to-EBIT is -1.62. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sequans Communications stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sequans Communications (SQNS) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $4.77, compared to a current price of $2.96 — trading 37.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is -1.62. Sequans Communications' overall GF Score™ is 47/100 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 Sequans Communications (SQNS), the current EV-to-EBIT is -1.62 as of Sep. 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 Sequans Communications (SQNS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sequans Communications stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $2.96 is trading 37.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of $4.77. GuruFocus considers Sequans Communications to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for SQNS:

  • EV-to-EBIT: -1.62
  • GF Value™: $4.77 vs. price of $2.96 (37.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 47/100 with 6 warning signs

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


Sequans Communications Business Description

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Address 15-55 Boulevard Charles de Gaulle, Colombes, FRA, 92700
Sequans Communications SA is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in wireless 4G and 5G cellular technologies for the Internet of Things (IoT). Sequans' engineers design and develop, secure, and energy-efficient semiconductor solutions that enable the next generation of AI-connected applications, including smart energy metering, industrial automation, smart mobility and logistics, secure payments, e-health, and smart home solutions. The Company offers a comprehensive portfolio of wireless connectivity solutions, including radio frequency (RF) transceivers, integrated circuits (ICs) for baseband processing, as well as modules, software, & protocol stacks. The Company has one operating segment, which is the design & marketing of semiconductor components for cellular wireless systems.
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