VRA (Vera Bradley) EV-to-EBIT: -8.13 (As of Aug. 03, 2026)

Author: Vera Yuan Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Director of Data and Quant Analytics at GuruFocus
Focused on building reliable datasets, financial models, and research tools for value-minded investors. Committed to turning complex data into practical guidance for value-investing and long-term wealth.
Reviewed by: Charlie Tian Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Founder & CEO of GuruFocus
Dr. Charlie Tian is the founder and CEO of GuruFocus.com, a leading global investment research platform established in 2004. With a Ph.D. in physics, Dr. Tian transitioned from science to finance, applying a data-driven, disciplined approach to value investing.

VRA Vera Bradley Inc VRA
64 GF Score
Price $3.49
GF Value $3.88
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is Vera Bradley EV-to-EBIT?

Vera Bradley VRA +2.65% 64 EV-to-EBIT is -8.13 as of Aug. 03, 2026. GuruFocus rates VRA with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of $3.88 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 809 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies, Vera Bradley ranks worse than 123609.27% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Vera Bradley's Enterprise Value is $152.0 Mil. Vera Bradley's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $-18.7 Mil. Therefore, Vera Bradley's EV-to-EBIT for today is -8.13.

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

VRA' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -158.64   Med: 12   Max: 87.94
Current: -8.13

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Vera Bradley was 87.94. The lowest was -158.64. And the median was 12.00.

VRA's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
100% of 809 companies
in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry
Industry Median: 13.44 vs VRA: -8.13

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Vera Bradley's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was $169.6 Mil. Vera Bradley's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $-18.7 Mil. Vera Bradley's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was -11.02%.


Vera Bradley  (NAS:VRA) 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) %.

Vera Bradley's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Apr. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Apr. 2026 )
=-18.703/169.64518
=-11.02 %

Vera Bradley's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was $169.6 Mil.
Vera Bradley's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-18.7 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.


Vera Bradley EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Vera Bradley EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

* Premium members only.

The historical data trend for Vera Bradley'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.

Vera Bradley EV-to-EBIT Chart

Vera Bradley Annual Data
Trend Jan17 Jan18 Jan19 Jan20 Jan21 Jan22 Jan23 Jan24 Jan25 Jan26
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 11.66 -9.98 20.69 -6.07 -3.73

Vera Bradley Quarterly Data
Jul21 Oct21 Jan22 Apr22 Jul22 Oct22 Jan23 Apr23 Jul23 Oct23 Jan24 Apr24 Jul24 Oct24 Jan25 Apr25 Jul25 Oct25 Jan26 Apr26
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 -3.69 -3.06 -3.17 -3.73 -9.07

VRA vs AREB, FMFC, FOSL: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Footwear & Accessories subindustry, Vera Bradley'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.


Vera Bradley EV-to-EBIT vs Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories Industry

For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Vera Bradley's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


VRA
64GF Score
Vera Bradley Inc VRA
EV-to-EBIT is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis

Vera Bradley EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=152.014/-18.703
=-8.13

Vera Bradley's current Enterprise Value is $152.0 Mil.
Vera Bradley's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-18.7 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 -8.13 mean?
Vera Bradley (VRA) has a EV-to-EBIT of -8.13 as of Aug. 03, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Vera Bradley and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Vera Bradley ranks #999999 out of 809 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry.
Is Vera Bradley's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Vera Bradley's current EV-to-EBIT is -8.13. Based on the distribution chart, Vera Bradley ranks #999999 out of 809 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Vera Bradley has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Vera Bradley's EV-to-EBIT compare to AREB and FMFC?
According to the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry distribution chart, Vera Bradley ranks #999999 out of 809 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Vera Bradley in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.44. 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 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies is 13.44, based on 809 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 Vera Bradley and its competitors. For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 13.44 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Vera Bradley's current EV-to-EBIT is -8.13. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Vera Bradley stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vera Bradley (VRA) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $3.88, compared to a current price of $3.49 — trading 10.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is -8.13. Vera Bradley's overall GF Score™ is 64/100 with 2 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 Vera Bradley (VRA), the current EV-to-EBIT is -8.13 as of Aug. 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 Vera Bradley (VRA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vera Bradley stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $3.49 is trading 10.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $3.88. GuruFocus considers Vera Bradley to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for VRA:

  • EV-to-EBIT: -8.13
  • GF Value™: $3.88 vs. price of $3.49 (10.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 64/100 with 2 warning signs

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


Vera Bradley Business Description

Other Exchanges ELI:Germany
Address 12420 Stonebridge Road, Roanoke, IN, USA, 46783
Vera Bradley Inc designs women's handbags, luggage, and travel items, fashion and home accessories, and gifts. Each category comprises a substantial component of total sales, with the bags category comprising the majority of the company's sales are made directly to customers through Vera Bradley's retail stores and e-commerce sites. The company also has a substantial wholesale business selling to specialty retail and department stores. Almost all company sales are in the United States. Vera Bradley uses third-party manufacturers in Asia to produce its products, and the company distributes the products through its distribution center in Indiana. The Company has three reportable segments: Vera Bradley Direct and Vera Bradley Indirect.
64GF Score

Get the complete analysis for VRA

EV-to-EBIT is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

$3.49
Price
$3.88
GF Value