ATDRF (Autotrader Group) EV-to-EBITDA: 9.70 (As of Jul. 23, 2026) — 52% Below Median

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ATDRF Autotrader Group PLC ATDRF
75 GF Score
Price $6.77
GF Value $12.17
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Autotrader Group EV-to-EBITDA?

Autotrader Group ATDRF 75 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.70 as of Jul. 23, 2026, which is 52% below its 10-year median of 20.03. GuruFocus rates ATDRF with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of $12.17 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 378 Interactive Media companies, Autotrader Group ranks worse than 60.58% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Autotrader Group's enterprise value is $5,427.5 Mil. Autotrader Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $559.8 Mil. Therefore, Autotrader Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.70.

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

ATDRF' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.6   Med: 20.03   Max: 42.8
Current: 9.73

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Autotrader Group was 42.80. The lowest was 9.60. And the median was 20.03.

ATDRF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
60.58% of 378 companies
in the Interactive Media industry
Industry Median: 7.405 vs ATDRF: 9.73

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 (2026-07-23), Autotrader Group's stock price is $6.77. Autotrader Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.458. Therefore, Autotrader Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 14.78.

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


Autotrader Group  (OTCPK:ATDRF) 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.

Autotrader Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=6.77/0.458
=14.78

Autotrader Group's share price for today is $6.77.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Autotrader Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.458.

* 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?


Autotrader Group EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Autotrader Group EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Autotrader Group'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.

Autotrader Group EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Autotrader Group Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 19.11 18.39 17.26 16.43 9.73

Autotrader Group Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA 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 17.26 0.00 16.43 0.00 9.73

ATDRF vs GOOGL, META, SPOT: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Internet Content & Information subindustry, Autotrader Group'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.


Autotrader Group EV-to-EBITDA vs Interactive Media Industry

For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, Autotrader Group's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Autotrader Group EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Autotrader Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=5427.451/559.816
=9.70

Autotrader Group's current Enterprise Value is $5,427.5 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Autotrader Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $559.8 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 9.70 mean?
Autotrader Group (ATDRF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.70 as of Jul. 23, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Autotrader Group. This is 52% below median its historical median of 20.03. Over the past decade, Autotrader Group's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 9.60 to 42.80. According to the industry distribution chart, Autotrader Group ranks #229 out of 378 companies in the Interactive Media industry, placing it in the top 60.6%.
Is Autotrader Group's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Autotrader Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.70 is 52% below median its 10-year median of 20.03. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.60 to a high of 42.80. The Interactive Media industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.41. Autotrader Group's value of 9.70 is 31% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Autotrader Group ranks #229 out of 378 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Autotrader Group has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Autotrader Group's EV-to-EBITDA compare to GOOGL and META?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, Autotrader Group ranks #229 out of 378 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Autotrader Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.41. Autotrader Group's value of 9.70 is 31% above this benchmark. Historically, Autotrader Group's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 9.60 to 42.80 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 20.03 vs. the industry median of 7.41, Autotrader Group 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 an Interactive Media company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Interactive Media companies is 7.41, based on 378 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. Autotrader Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.70 is 31% 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 Autotrader Group. For the Interactive Media industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.41 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Autotrader Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.70, which is 52% below median its own 10-year median of 20.03. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Autotrader Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Autotrader Group (ATDRF) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $12.17, compared to a current price of $6.77 — trading 44.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.70, which is 52% below median its 10-year median of 20.03 and 31% above the Interactive Media industry median of 7.41. Autotrader Group's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 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-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Autotrader Group (ATDRF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.70 as of Jul. 23, 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 Autotrader Group (ATDRF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Autotrader Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $6.77 is trading 44.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of $12.17. GuruFocus considers Autotrader Group to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ATDRF:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 9.70 (52% below median its 10-year median of 20.03)
  • GF Value™: $12.17 vs. price of $6.77 (44.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 31% above the Interactive Media median (#229 of 378)

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


Autotrader Group Business Description

Address 3 Hawkshaw Street, No.3 Circle Square, Manchester, GBR, M1 7BL
Autotrader Group plc is the UK automotive marketplace and digital platform for the automotive industry. The company uses data science, artificial intelligence and technology to improve how vehicles are bought and sold and is digitising the car buying journey from search and discovery through to financing and purchase. Its segments are: Autotrader, generate maximum revenue, which includes the results of Autotrader and AutoConvert in respect of online classified advertising of motor vehicles and related products and services in the digital automotive marketplace, including share of profit from the Dealer Auction joint venture, and Autorama, which comprises the results of Autorama in respect of a marketplace for leasing new vehicles and related products and services. it operate in UK.
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