Nick Scali (ASX:NCK) EV-to-EBITDA: 9.72 (As of Aug. 15, 2026) — 18% Above Median

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ASX:NCK Nick Scali Ltd ASX:NCK
83 GF Score
Price A$16.47
GF Value A$16.18
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Nick Scali EV-to-EBITDA?

Nick Scali ASX:NCK -1.50% 83 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.72 as of Aug. 15, 2026, which is 18% above its 10-year median of 8.22. GuruFocus rates ASX:NCK with a GF Score™ of 83/100 and a GF Value™ of A$16.18 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 950 Retail - Cyclical companies, Nick Scali ranks worse than 56.32% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Nick Scali's enterprise value is A$1,652.2 Mil. Nick Scali's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was A$170.0 Mil. Therefore, Nick Scali's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.72.

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

ASX:NCK' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.4   Med: 8.22   Max: 15.25
Current: 9.71

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Nick Scali was 15.25. The lowest was 3.40. And the median was 8.22.

ASX:NCK's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
56.32% of 950 companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 8.845 vs ASX:NCK: 9.71

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 (2026-08-15), Nick Scali's stock price is A$16.47. Nick Scali's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was A$0.885. Therefore, Nick Scali's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 18.61.

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


Nick Scali  (ASX:NCK) 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.

Nick Scali's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=16.47/0.885
=18.61

Nick Scali's share price for today is A$16.47.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Nick Scali's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was A$0.885.

* 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?


Nick Scali EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Nick Scali EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Nick Scali'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.

Nick Scali EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Nick Scali Annual Data
Trend Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25 Jun26
EV-to-EBITDA
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Nick Scali Semi-Annual Data
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ASX:NCK vs CASY, WSM, ULTA: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Specialty Retail subindustry, Nick Scali'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.


Nick Scali EV-to-EBITDA vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Nick Scali's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Nick Scali's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Nick Scali EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Nick Scali's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=1652.163/169.952
=9.72

Nick Scali's current Enterprise Value is A$1,652.2 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Nick Scali's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was A$170.0 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 9.72 mean?
Nick Scali (ASX:NCK) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.72 as of Aug. 15, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Nick Scali. This is 18% above median its historical median of 8.22. Over the past decade, Nick Scali's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.40 to 15.25. According to the industry distribution chart, Nick Scali ranks #535 out of 950 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 56.3%.
Is Nick Scali's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Nick Scali's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.72 is 18% above median its 10-year median of 8.22. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.40 to a high of 15.25. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.85. Nick Scali's value of 9.72 is 9.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Nick Scali ranks #535 out of 950 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Nick Scali has a GF Score™ of 83/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nick Scali's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CASY and WSM?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Nick Scali ranks #535 out of 950 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Nick Scali in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.85. Nick Scali's value of 9.72 is 9.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Nick Scali's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.40 to 15.25 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 8.22 vs. the industry median of 8.85, Nick Scali 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-EBITDA for a Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Retail - Cyclical companies is 8.85, based on 950 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. Nick Scali's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.72 is 9.9% 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-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 Nick Scali. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.85 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Nick Scali's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.72, which is 18% above median its own 10-year median of 8.22. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nick Scali stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nick Scali (ASX:NCK) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$16.18, compared to a current price of A$16.47 — trading 1.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.72, which is 18% above median its 10-year median of 8.22 and 9.9% above the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 8.85. Nick Scali's overall GF Score™ is 83/100 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 Nick Scali (ASX:NCK), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.72 as of Aug. 15, 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 Nick Scali (ASX:NCK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nick Scali stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of A$16.47 is trading 1.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of A$16.18. GuruFocus considers Nick Scali to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:NCK:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 9.72 (18% above median its 10-year median of 8.22)
  • GF Value™: A$16.18 vs. price of A$16.47 (1.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 83/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 9.9% above the Retail - Cyclical median (#535 of 950)

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


Nick Scali Business Description

Address 39 Delhi Road, Level 7, Triniti II, North Ryde, Sydney, NSW, AUS, 2113
Nick Scali Ltd engages in the sourcing and retailing of household furniture and related accessories in Australia and New Zealand. It offers products of Sofas & Armchairs, Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom, and Rugs & Accessories. The Company has two reportable segments, being the retailing of furniture in Australia and New Zealand, as well as the United Kingdom.
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