Kip McGrath Education Centres (ASX:KME) EV-to-EBITDA: 2.26 (As of Jul. 26, 2026) — 66% Below Median

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ASX:KME Kip McGrath Education Centres Ltd ASX:KME
55 GF Score
Price A$0.48
GF Value A$0.55
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Kip McGrath Education Centres EV-to-EBITDA?

Kip McGrath Education Centres ASX:KME 55 EV-to-EBITDA is 2.26 as of Jul. 26, 2026, which is 66% below its 10-year median of 6.62. GuruFocus rates ASX:KME with a GF Score™ of 55/100 and a GF Value™ of A$0.55 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 209 Education companies, Kip McGrath Education Centres ranks better than 84.21% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Kip McGrath Education Centres's enterprise value is A$19.38 Mil. Kip McGrath Education Centres's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$8.59 Mil. Therefore, Kip McGrath Education Centres's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 2.26.

The historical rank and industry rank for Kip McGrath Education Centres's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

ASX:KME' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.65   Med: 6.62   Max: 13.64
Current: 2.26

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Kip McGrath Education Centres was 13.64. The lowest was 1.65. And the median was 6.62.

ASX:KME's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
84.21% of 209 companies
in the Education industry
Industry Median: 6.97 vs ASX:KME: 2.26

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-07-26), Kip McGrath Education Centres's stock price is A$0.48. Kip McGrath Education Centres's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$-0.073. Therefore, Kip McGrath Education Centres's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


Kip McGrath Education Centres  (ASX:KME) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Kip McGrath Education Centres's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.48/-0.073
=At Loss

Kip McGrath Education Centres's share price for today is A$0.48.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Kip McGrath Education Centres's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$-0.073.

* 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.

Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Kip McGrath Education Centres EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Kip McGrath Education Centres EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kip McGrath Education Centres's EV-to-EBITDA 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.

Kip McGrath Education Centres EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Kip McGrath Education Centres Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Kip McGrath Education Centres Semi-Annual Data
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ASX:KME vs EDU, TAL, LAUR: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Education & Training Services subindustry, Kip McGrath Education Centres's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA 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.


Kip McGrath Education Centres EV-to-EBITDA vs Education Industry

For the Education industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Kip McGrath Education Centres's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Kip McGrath Education Centres's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Kip McGrath Education Centres EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Kip McGrath Education Centres's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=19.382/8.593
=2.26

Kip McGrath Education Centres's current Enterprise Value is A$19.38 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Kip McGrath Education Centres's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$8.59 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-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 2.26 mean?
Kip McGrath Education Centres (ASX:KME) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 2.26 as of Jul. 26, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Kip McGrath Education Centres. This is 66% below median its historical median of 6.62. Over the past decade, Kip McGrath Education Centres' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.65 to 13.64. According to the industry distribution chart, Kip McGrath Education Centres ranks #33 out of 209 companies in the Education industry, placing it in the top 15.8%.
Is Kip McGrath Education Centres' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Kip McGrath Education Centres' current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.26 is 66% below median its 10-year median of 6.62. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.65 to a high of 13.64. The Education industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.97. Kip McGrath Education Centres' value of 2.26 is 67.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kip McGrath Education Centres ranks #33 out of 209 companies in the Education industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Kip McGrath Education Centres has a GF Score™ of 55/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kip McGrath Education Centres' EV-to-EBITDA compare to EDU and TAL?
According to the Education industry distribution chart, Kip McGrath Education Centres ranks #33 out of 209 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Kip McGrath Education Centres in the top 16% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.97. Kip McGrath Education Centres' value of 2.26 is 67.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Kip McGrath Education Centres' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.65 to 13.64 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.62 vs. the industry median of 6.97, Kip McGrath Education Centres has consistently been below 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-EBITDA for an Education company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Education companies is 6.97, based on 209 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Kip McGrath Education Centres's current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.26 is 67.6% below 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-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Kip McGrath Education Centres. For the Education industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.97 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kip McGrath Education Centres's current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.26, which is 66% below median its own 10-year median of 6.62. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kip McGrath Education Centres stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kip McGrath Education Centres (ASX:KME) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$0.55, compared to a current price of A$0.48 — trading 12.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.26, which is 66% below median its 10-year median of 6.62 and 67.6% below the Education industry median of 6.97. Kip McGrath Education Centres' overall GF Score™ is 55/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Kip McGrath Education Centres (ASX:KME), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.26 as of Jul. 26, 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 Kip McGrath Education Centres (ASX:KME) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kip McGrath Education Centres stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of A$0.48 is trading 12.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$0.55. GuruFocus considers Kip McGrath Education Centres to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:KME:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 2.26 (66% below median its 10-year median of 6.62)
  • GF Value™: A$0.55 vs. price of A$0.48 (12.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 55/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 67.6% below the Education median (#33 of 209)

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


Kip McGrath Education Centres Business Description

Address 31 Market Street, Suite 2.02, Level 2, Sydney, NSW, AUS, 2000
Kip McGrath Education Centres Ltd offers supplementary education to students through the franchise in Australia and overseas, in the United Kingdom and New Zealand. Its products are face-to-face tuition programs, direct at-home educational products, and online tertiary courses. Geographically, the company operates in Australasia, the United Kingdom and Europe, and Other overseas regions. It derives revenue from franchise fees, student lesson fees, sales of master territories and franchise centers, and direct sales, of which a majority of the revenue is derived from franchise fees.
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