Ziff Davis (BSP:Z2DV34) EV-to-EBITDA: -2.83 (As of Aug. 16, 2026)

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BSP:Z2DV34 Ziff Davis Inc BSP:Z2DV34
48 GF Score
Price R$18.36
GF Value R$18.05
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Ziff Davis EV-to-EBITDA?

Ziff Davis BSP:Z2DV34 48 EV-to-EBITDA is -2.83 as of Aug. 16, 2026. GuruFocus rates BSP:Z2DV34 with a GF Score™ of 48/100 and a GF Value™ of R$18.05 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 742 Media - Diversified companies, Ziff Davis ranks better than 61.46% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Ziff Davis's enterprise value is R$-3,227 Mil. Ziff Davis's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was R$1,140 Mil. Therefore, Ziff Davis's EV-to-EBITDA for today is -2.83.

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

BSP:Z2DV34' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.42   Med: 9.51   Max: 33.91
Current: 5.45

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Ziff Davis was 33.91. The lowest was 4.42. And the median was 9.51.

BSP:Z2DV34's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
61.46% of 742 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 7.12 vs BSP:Z2DV34: 5.45

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 (2026-08-16), Ziff Davis's stock price is R$18.36. Ziff Davis's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was R$90.587. Therefore, Ziff Davis's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 0.20.

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


Ziff Davis  (BSP:Z2DV34) 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.

Ziff Davis's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=18.36/90.587
=0.20

Ziff Davis's share price for today is R$18.36.
Ziff Davis's Earnings per Share (Diluted) 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 R$90.587.

* 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?


Ziff Davis EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Ziff Davis EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Ziff Davis'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.

Ziff Davis EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Ziff Davis Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 7.96 10.11 10.04 8.42 4.80

Ziff Davis Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 5.47 5.30 4.80 6.74 5.14

BSP:Z2DV34 vs STGW, DV, CCO: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Advertising Agencies subindustry, Ziff Davis'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.


Ziff Davis EV-to-EBITDA vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Ziff Davis's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Ziff Davis EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Ziff Davis's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=-3227.036/1140.055
=-2.83

Ziff Davis's current Enterprise Value is R$-3,227 Mil.
Ziff Davis's EBITDA 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 R$1,140 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 -2.83 mean?
Ziff Davis (BSP:Z2DV34) has a EV-to-EBITDA of -2.83 as of Aug. 16, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Ziff Davis. Over the past decade, Ziff Davis' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.42 to 33.91. According to the industry distribution chart, Ziff Davis ranks #286 out of 742 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 38.5%.
Is Ziff Davis' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Ziff Davis' current EV-to-EBITDA is -2.83. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.42 to a high of 33.91. Based on the distribution chart, Ziff Davis ranks #286 out of 742 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Ziff Davis has a GF Score™ of 48/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ziff Davis' EV-to-EBITDA compare to STGW and DV?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Ziff Davis ranks #286 out of 742 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Ziff Davis in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.12. Historically, Ziff Davis' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.42 to 33.91 over the past decade. 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Media - Diversified companies is 7.12, based on 742 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. 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 Ziff Davis. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.12 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Ziff Davis's current EV-to-EBITDA is -2.83. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ziff Davis stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ziff Davis (BSP:Z2DV34) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$18.05, compared to a current price of R$18.36 — trading 1.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is -2.83. Ziff Davis' overall GF Score™ is 48/100 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-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Ziff Davis (BSP:Z2DV34), the current EV-to-EBITDA is -2.83 as of Aug. 16, 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 Ziff Davis (BSP:Z2DV34) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ziff Davis stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of R$18.36 is trading 1.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of R$18.05. GuruFocus considers Ziff Davis to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for BSP:Z2DV34:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: -2.83
  • GF Value™: R$18.05 vs. price of R$18.36 (1.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 48/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:Z2DV34 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Ziff Davis Business Description

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Address 114 5th Avenue, 15th Floor New York, NY 10011
Ziff Davis is a vertically focused digital media and internet company whose portfolio includes leading brands in technology, entertainment, shopping, health, cybersecurity, and martech.
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