TRU (TransUnion) EV-to-EBIT: 17.29 (As of Aug. 14, 2026) — 49% Below Median

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Price $79.99
GF Value $98.08
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is TransUnion EV-to-EBIT?

TransUnion TRU -1.41% 91 EV-to-EBIT is 17.29 as of Aug. 14, 2026, which is 49% below its 10-year median of 34.01. GuruFocus rates TRU with a GF Score™ of 91/100 and a GF Value™ of $98.08 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 499 Capital Markets companies, TransUnion ranks worse than 69.34% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, TransUnion's Enterprise Value is $20,301 Mil. TransUnion's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $1,174 Mil. Therefore, TransUnion's EV-to-EBIT for today is 17.29.

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

TRU' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 15.8   Med: 34.01   Max: 144.17
Current: 17.29

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of TransUnion was 144.17. The lowest was 15.80. And the median was 34.01.

TRU's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
69.34% of 499 companies
in the Capital Markets industry
Industry Median: 9.9 vs TRU: 17.29

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. TransUnion's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was $18,797 Mil. TransUnion's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $1,174 Mil. TransUnion's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 6.25%.


TransUnion  (NYSE:TRU) 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) %.

TransUnion'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 )
=1173.9/18797.224
=6.25 %

TransUnion's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was $18,797 Mil.
TransUnion'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 $1,174 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.


TransUnion EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


TransUnion EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for TransUnion'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.

TransUnion EV-to-EBIT Chart

TransUnion Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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TransUnion Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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TRU vs FDS, MORN, OTCM: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Financial Data & Stock Exchanges subindustry, TransUnion'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.


TransUnion EV-to-EBIT vs Capital Markets Industry

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

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


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TransUnion EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=20301.284/1173.9
=17.29

TransUnion's current Enterprise Value is $20,301 Mil.
TransUnion'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 $1,174 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 17.29 mean?
TransUnion (TRU) has a EV-to-EBIT of 17.29 as of Aug. 14, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on TransUnion and its competitors. This is 49% below median its historical median of 34.01. Over the past decade, TransUnion's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 15.80 to 144.17. According to the industry distribution chart, TransUnion ranks #346 out of 499 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 69.3%.
Is TransUnion's EV-to-EBIT too high?
TransUnion's current EV-to-EBIT of 17.29 is 49% below median its 10-year median of 34.01. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 15.80 to a high of 144.17. The Capital Markets industry median EV-to-EBIT is 9.90. TransUnion's value of 17.29 is 74.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, TransUnion ranks #346 out of 499 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, TransUnion has a GF Score™ of 91/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does TransUnion's EV-to-EBIT compare to FDS and MORN?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, TransUnion ranks #346 out of 499 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places TransUnion in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 9.90. TransUnion's value of 17.29 is 74.6% above this benchmark. Historically, TransUnion's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 15.80 to 144.17 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 34.01 vs. the industry median of 9.90, TransUnion 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 9.90, based on 499 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. TransUnion's current EV-to-EBIT of 17.29 is 74.6% 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 TransUnion and its competitors. For the Capital Markets industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 9.90 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. TransUnion's current EV-to-EBIT is 17.29, which is 49% below median its own 10-year median of 34.01. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is TransUnion stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, TransUnion (TRU) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $98.08, compared to a current price of $79.99 — trading 18.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 17.29, which is 49% below median its 10-year median of 34.01 and 74.6% above the Capital Markets industry median of 9.90. TransUnion's overall GF Score™ is 91/100 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 TransUnion (TRU), the current EV-to-EBIT is 17.29 as of Aug. 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 TransUnion (TRU) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, TransUnion stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $79.99 is trading 18.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of $98.08. GuruFocus considers TransUnion to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TRU:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 17.29 (49% below median its 10-year median of 34.01)
  • GF Value™: $98.08 vs. price of $79.99 (18.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 91/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 74.6% above the Capital Markets median (#346 of 499)

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


TransUnion Business Description

Other Exchanges 1TU:Germany
Address 555 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL, USA, 60661
TransUnion, along with Equifax and Experian, is one of the three leading credit bureaus in the United States, providing the consumer information that is the basis for granting credit. The company also provides fraud detection, marketing, and analytical services. TransUnion operates in over 30 countries. About 20%-25% of its revenue comes from international markets.
91GF Score

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