Randstad NV (WBO:RAND) EV-to-EBIT: 15.58 (As of Jul. 28, 2026) — 24% Above Median

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WBO:RAND Randstad NV WBO:RAND
66 GF Score
Price €37.16
GF Value €40.11
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Randstad NV EV-to-EBIT?

Randstad NV WBO:RAND +3.34% 66 EV-to-EBIT is 15.58 as of Jul. 28, 2026, which is 24% above its 10-year median of 12.52. GuruFocus rates WBO:RAND with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of €40.11 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 854 Business Services companies, Randstad NV ranks worse than 67.1% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Randstad NV's Enterprise Value is €8,335 Mil. Randstad NV's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €535 Mil. Therefore, Randstad NV's EV-to-EBIT for today is 15.58.

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

WBO:RAND' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.31   Med: 12.52   Max: 37.92
Current: 15.58

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Randstad NV was 37.92. The lowest was 7.31. And the median was 12.52.

WBO:RAND's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
67.1% of 854 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 11.245 vs WBO:RAND: 15.58

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Randstad NV's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was €6,262 Mil. Randstad NV's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €535 Mil. Randstad NV's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 8.54%.


Randstad NV  (WBO:RAND) 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) %.

Randstad NV'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 )
=535/6261.62873
=8.54 %

Randstad NV's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was €6,262 Mil.
Randstad NV'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 €535 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.


Randstad NV EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Randstad NV EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Randstad NV'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.

Randstad NV EV-to-EBIT Chart

Randstad NV Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Randstad NV 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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WBO:RAND vs KFY, RHI, TNET: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, Randstad NV'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.


Randstad NV EV-to-EBIT vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Randstad NV's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Randstad NV EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=8335.447/535
=15.58

Randstad NV's current Enterprise Value is €8,335 Mil.
Randstad NV'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 €535 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 15.58 mean?
Randstad NV (WBO:RAND) has a EV-to-EBIT of 15.58 as of Jul. 28, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Randstad NV and its competitors. This is 24% above median its historical median of 12.52. Over the past decade, Randstad NV's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.31 to 37.92. According to the industry distribution chart, Randstad NV ranks #573 out of 854 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 67.1%.
Is Randstad NV's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Randstad NV's current EV-to-EBIT of 15.58 is 24% above median its 10-year median of 12.52. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.31 to a high of 37.92. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.25. Randstad NV's value of 15.58 is 38.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Randstad NV ranks #573 out of 854 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Randstad NV has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Randstad NV's EV-to-EBIT compare to KFY and RHI?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Randstad NV ranks #573 out of 854 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Randstad NV in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.25. Randstad NV's value of 15.58 is 38.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Randstad NV's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.31 to 37.92 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.52 vs. the industry median of 11.25, Randstad NV 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Business Services companies is 11.25, based on 854 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. Randstad NV's current EV-to-EBIT of 15.58 is 38.6% 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 Randstad NV and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 11.25 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Randstad NV's current EV-to-EBIT is 15.58, which is 24% above median its own 10-year median of 12.52. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Randstad NV stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Randstad NV (WBO:RAND) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €40.11, compared to a current price of €37.16 — trading 7.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 15.58, which is 24% above median its 10-year median of 12.52 and 38.6% above the Business Services industry median of 11.25. Randstad NV's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 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 Randstad NV (WBO:RAND), the current EV-to-EBIT is 15.58 as of Jul. 28, 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 Randstad NV (WBO:RAND) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Randstad NV stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €37.16 is trading 7.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of €40.11. GuruFocus considers Randstad NV to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for WBO:RAND:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 15.58 (24% above median its 10-year median of 12.52)
  • GF Value™: €40.11 vs. price of €37.16 (7.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 66/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 38.6% above the Business Services median (#573 of 854)

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


Randstad NV Business Description

Address Diemermere 25, Diemen, NH, NLD, 1112 TC
Established in 1960 and domiciled in the Netherlands, Randstad is one of only three global recruitment providers, placing over 200,000 permanent candidates and 2 million temporary candidates annually. In addition, the company provides recruitment process outsourcing services, managed services programs, payroll services, outplacement services, and job postings.
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