IG Group Holdings (CHIX:IGGL) EV-to-EBITDA: 14.80 (As of Aug. 03, 2026) — 114% Above Median

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CHIX:IGGL IG Group Holdings PLC CHIX:IGGL
89 GF Score
Price £14.49
GF Value £11.80
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is IG Group Holdings EV-to-EBITDA?

IG Group Holdings CHIX:IGGL -15.36% 89 EV-to-EBITDA is 14.80 as of Aug. 03, 2026, which is 114% above its 10-year median of 6.91. GuruFocus rates CHIX:IGGL with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of £11.80 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 514 Capital Markets companies, IG Group Holdings ranks worse than 67.9% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, IG Group Holdings's enterprise value is £4,414.2 Mil. IG Group Holdings's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £298.3 Mil. Therefore, IG Group Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 14.80.

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

CHIX:IGGl' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.2   Med: 6.91   Max: 14.8
Current: 14.8

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of IG Group Holdings was 14.80. The lowest was 3.20. And the median was 6.91.

CHIX:IGGl's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
67.9% of 514 companies
in the Capital Markets industry
Industry Median: 9.3 vs CHIX:IGGl: 14.80

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 (2026-08-03), IG Group Holdings's stock price is £14.49. IG Group Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £0.538. Therefore, IG Group Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 26.93.

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


IG Group Holdings  (CHIX:IGGl) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=14.49/0.538
=26.93

IG Group Holdings's share price for today is £14.49.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. IG Group Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £0.538.

* 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?


IG Group Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


IG Group Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for IG Group Holdings'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.

IG Group Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Chart

IG Group Holdings Annual Data
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EV-to-EBITDA
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IG Group Holdings Semi-Annual Data
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CHIX:IGGL vs MS, GS, SCHW: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Capital Markets subindustry, IG Group Holdings'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.


IG Group Holdings EV-to-EBITDA vs Capital Markets Industry

For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, IG Group Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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IG Group Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=4414.183/298.3
=14.80

IG Group Holdings's current Enterprise Value is £4,414.2 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. IG Group Holdings's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £298.3 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 14.80 mean?
IG Group Holdings (CHIX:IGGL) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 14.80 as of Aug. 03, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on IG Group Holdings. This is 114% above median its historical median of 6.91. Over the past decade, IG Group Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.20 to 14.80. According to the industry distribution chart, IG Group Holdings ranks #349 out of 514 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 67.9%.
Is IG Group Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
IG Group Holdings' current EV-to-EBITDA of 14.80 is 114% above median its 10-year median of 6.91. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.20 to a high of 14.80. The Capital Markets industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.30. IG Group Holdings' value of 14.80 is 59.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, IG Group Holdings ranks #349 out of 514 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, IG Group Holdings has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does IG Group Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA compare to MS and GS?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, IG Group Holdings ranks #349 out of 514 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places IG Group Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.30. IG Group Holdings' value of 14.80 is 59.1% above this benchmark. Historically, IG Group Holdings' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.20 to 14.80 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.91 vs. the industry median of 9.30, IG Group Holdings 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 Capital Markets company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Capital Markets companies is 9.30, based on 514 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. IG Group Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA of 14.80 is 59.1% 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 IG Group Holdings. For the Capital Markets industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.30 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. IG Group Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA is 14.80, which is 114% above median its own 10-year median of 6.91. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is IG Group Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IG Group Holdings (CHIX:IGGL) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £11.80, compared to a current price of £14.49 — trading 22.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 14.80, which is 114% above median its 10-year median of 6.91 and 59.1% above the Capital Markets industry median of 9.30. IG Group Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 89/100 with 5 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 IG Group Holdings (CHIX:IGGL), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 14.80 as of Aug. 03, 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 IG Group Holdings (CHIX:IGGL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IG Group Holdings stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of £14.49 is trading 22.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of £11.80. GuruFocus considers IG Group Holdings to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:IGGL:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 14.80 (114% above median its 10-year median of 6.91)
  • GF Value™: £11.80 vs. price of £14.49 (22.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 89/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 59.1% above the Capital Markets median (#349 of 514)

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


IG Group Holdings Business Description

Address Cannon Bridge House, 25 Dowgate Hill, London, GBR, EC4R 2YA
IG Group Holdings PLC provides online trading services to its clients. The majority of the company's revenue stems from its derivative products and contracts for difference (CFDs). The company operates through various segments which are The U.K. segment which derives its revenue from financial spread bets, CFDs, binary options, and execution-only stockbroking. The Australian segment derives its revenue from CFDs and binary options. The European segment derives its revenue from CFDs, binary options, and execution-only stockbroking. The Rest of the World segment derives its revenue from the operation of a regulated futures and options exchange as well as CFDs and binary options. The company generates more than half of its revenue from the U.K., followed by Europe and Australia.
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