AcadeMedia AB (CHIX:ACADS) EV-to-EBITDA: 5.39 (As of Jul. 29, 2026) — 13% Below Median

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CHIX:ACADS AcadeMedia AB CHIX:ACADS
85 GF Score
Price kr108.40
GF Value kr81.58
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is AcadeMedia AB EV-to-EBITDA?

AcadeMedia AB CHIX:ACADS 85 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.39 as of Jul. 29, 2026, which is 13% below its 10-year median of 6.18. GuruFocus rates CHIX:ACADS with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of kr81.58 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 209 Education companies, AcadeMedia AB ranks better than 64.59% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, AcadeMedia AB's enterprise value is kr22,823 Mil. AcadeMedia AB's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was kr4,233 Mil. Therefore, AcadeMedia AB's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.39.

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

CHIX:ACADs' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.67   Med: 6.18   Max: 12.03
Current: 5.39

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of AcadeMedia AB was 12.03. The lowest was 4.67. And the median was 6.18.

CHIX:ACADs's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
64.59% of 209 companies
in the Education industry
Industry Median: 7.02 vs CHIX:ACADs: 5.39

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 (2026-07-29), AcadeMedia AB's stock price is kr108.40. AcadeMedia AB's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was kr9.000. Therefore, AcadeMedia AB's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 12.04.

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


AcadeMedia AB  (CHIX:ACADs) 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.

AcadeMedia AB's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=108.40/9.000
=12.04

AcadeMedia AB's share price for today is kr108.40.
AcadeMedia AB's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was kr9.000.

* 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?


AcadeMedia AB EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


AcadeMedia AB EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for AcadeMedia AB'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.

AcadeMedia AB EV-to-EBITDA Chart

AcadeMedia AB Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-EBITDA
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AcadeMedia AB Quarterly Data
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CHIX:ACADS vs EDU, TAL, LAUR: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Education & Training Services subindustry, AcadeMedia AB'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.


AcadeMedia AB EV-to-EBITDA vs Education Industry

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

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


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AcadeMedia AB EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

AcadeMedia AB's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=22823.274/4233
=5.39

AcadeMedia AB's current Enterprise Value is kr22,823 Mil.
AcadeMedia AB's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was kr4,233 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 5.39 mean?
AcadeMedia AB (CHIX:ACADS) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.39 as of Jul. 29, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on AcadeMedia AB. This is 13% below median its historical median of 6.18. Over the past decade, AcadeMedia AB's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.67 to 12.03. According to the industry distribution chart, AcadeMedia AB ranks #74 out of 209 companies in the Education industry, placing it in the top 35.4%.
Is AcadeMedia AB's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
AcadeMedia AB's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.39 is 13% below median its 10-year median of 6.18. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.67 to a high of 12.03. The Education industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.02. AcadeMedia AB's value of 5.39 is 23.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, AcadeMedia AB ranks #74 out of 209 companies in the Education industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, AcadeMedia AB has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does AcadeMedia AB's EV-to-EBITDA compare to EDU and TAL?
According to the Education industry distribution chart, AcadeMedia AB ranks #74 out of 209 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts AcadeMedia AB in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.02. AcadeMedia AB's value of 5.39 is 23.2% below this benchmark. Historically, AcadeMedia AB's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.67 to 12.03 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.18 vs. the industry median of 7.02, AcadeMedia AB 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 7.02, 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. AcadeMedia AB's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.39 is 23.2% 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 AcadeMedia AB. For the Education industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.02 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. AcadeMedia AB's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.39, which is 13% below median its own 10-year median of 6.18. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is AcadeMedia AB stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AcadeMedia AB (CHIX:ACADS) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is kr81.58, compared to a current price of kr108.40 — trading 32.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.39, which is 13% below median its 10-year median of 6.18 and 23.2% below the Education industry median of 7.02. AcadeMedia AB's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 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 AcadeMedia AB (CHIX:ACADS), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.39 as of Jul. 29, 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 AcadeMedia AB (CHIX:ACADS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AcadeMedia AB stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of kr108.40 is trading 32.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of kr81.58. GuruFocus considers AcadeMedia AB to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:ACADS:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 5.39 (13% below median its 10-year median of 6.18)
  • GF Value™: kr81.58 vs. price of kr108.40 (32.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 23.2% below the Education median (#74 of 209)

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


AcadeMedia AB Business Description

Address Adolf Fredriks Kyrkogata 2, P.O. Box 213, Stockholm, SWE, 111 37
AcadeMedia AB is an education services provider in Northern Europe, operating preschools, compulsory schools, and upper secondary schools in Sweden and Norway, as well as adult education units in Sweden. The company's operating segments include Preschool and International Operations, Compulsory School, Upper Secondary School, and Adult Education. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Preschool and International segment. Geographically, the company operates in Sweden, Finland, Norway, Germany, the Netherlands, the UK, and Poland, deriving the majority of its revenue from Sweden.
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