BCKIF (Babcock International Group) EV-to-EBITDA: 12.38 (As of Jul. 28, 2026) — 15% Above Median

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BCKIF Babcock International Group PLC BCKIF
61 GF Score
Price $14.54
GF Value $8.04
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Babcock International Group EV-to-EBITDA?

Babcock International Group BCKIF 61 EV-to-EBITDA is 12.38 as of Jul. 28, 2026, which is 15% above its 10-year median of 10.76. GuruFocus rates BCKIF with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of $8.04 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,478 Construction companies, Babcock International Group ranks worse than 65.09% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Babcock International Group's enterprise value is $7,881 Mil. Babcock International Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $637 Mil. Therefore, Babcock International Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 12.38.

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

BCKIF' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.31   Med: 10.76   Max: 18
Current: 12.44

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Babcock International Group was 18.00. The lowest was -2.31. And the median was 10.76.

BCKIF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
65.09% of 1478 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 9.02 vs BCKIF: 12.44

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 (2026-07-28), Babcock International Group's stock price is $14.54. Babcock International Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.557. Therefore, Babcock International Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 26.10.

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


Babcock International Group  (OTCPK:BCKIF) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=14.54/0.557
=26.10

Babcock International Group's share price for today is $14.54.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Babcock International Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.557.

* 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?


Babcock International Group EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Babcock International Group EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Babcock International 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.

Babcock International Group EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Babcock International Group Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA
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Babcock International 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 8.14 0.00 8.12 0.00 12.89

BCKIF vs PWR, FIX, EME: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Babcock International 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.


Babcock International Group EV-to-EBITDA vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Babcock International Group's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Babcock International Group EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=7880.530/636.679
=12.38

Babcock International Group's current Enterprise Value is $7,881 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Babcock International Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $637 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 12.38 mean?
Babcock International Group (BCKIF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 12.38 as of Jul. 28, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Babcock International Group. This is 15% above median its historical median of 10.76. According to the industry distribution chart, Babcock International Group ranks #962 out of 1478 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 65.1%.
Is Babcock International Group's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Babcock International Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 12.38 is 15% above median its 10-year median of 10.76. The Construction industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.02. Babcock International Group's value of 12.38 is 37.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Babcock International Group ranks #962 out of 1478 companies in the Construction industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Babcock International Group has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Babcock International Group's EV-to-EBITDA compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Babcock International Group ranks #962 out of 1478 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Babcock International Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.02. Babcock International Group's value of 12.38 is 37.3% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 10.76 vs. the industry median of 9.02, Babcock International 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 a Construction company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Construction companies is 9.02, based on 1,478 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. Babcock International Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 12.38 is 37.3% 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 Babcock International Group. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.02 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Babcock International Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is 12.38, which is 15% above median its own 10-year median of 10.76. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Babcock International Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Babcock International Group (BCKIF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $8.04, compared to a current price of $14.54 — trading 80.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 12.38, which is 15% above median its 10-year median of 10.76 and 37.3% above the Construction industry median of 9.02. Babcock International Group's overall GF Score™ is 61/100 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 Babcock International Group (BCKIF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 12.38 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 Babcock International Group (BCKIF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Babcock International Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $14.54 is trading 80.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $8.04. GuruFocus considers Babcock International Group to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for BCKIF:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 12.38 (15% above median its 10-year median of 10.76)
  • GF Value™: $8.04 vs. price of $14.54 (80.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 61/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 37.3% above the Construction median (#962 of 1478)

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


Babcock International Group Business Description

Address 33 Wigmore Street, London, GBR, W1U 1QX
Babcock International Group PLC is a British engineering company specializing in the construction and decommissioning of nuclear power plants and submarines; maintenance support; fleet management for aviation, marine, and land; and provision of technical training and emergency services. The company's operating segments include Marine, Land, Aviation, and Nuclear. It generates maximum revenue from the Nuclear segment, which is engaged in providing engineering support to the United Kingdom's nuclear submarine fleet, decommissioning nuclear facilities, supporting nuclear generation, and new build projects. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from the United Kingdom and also has a presence in the Rest of Europe, Africa, North America, Australasia, and the Rest of the World.
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