Karnov Group AB (CHIX:KARS) EV-to-EBITDA: 5.32 (As of Jul. 26, 2026) — 73% Below Median

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CHIX:KARS Karnov Group AB CHIX:KARS
75 GF Score
Price kr64.30
GF Value kr117.64
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Karnov Group AB EV-to-EBITDA?

Karnov Group AB CHIX:KARS 75 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.32 as of Jul. 26, 2026, which is 73% below its 10-year median of 19.95. GuruFocus rates CHIX:KARS with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of kr117.64 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 904 Business Services companies, Karnov Group AB ranks better than 68.14% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Karnov Group AB's enterprise value is kr8,242 Mil. Karnov Group AB's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was kr1,550 Mil. Therefore, Karnov Group AB's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.32.

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

CHIX:KARs' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.32   Med: 19.95   Max: 29.43
Current: 5.32

During the past 10 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Karnov Group AB was 29.43. The lowest was 5.32. And the median was 19.95.

CHIX:KARs's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
68.14% of 904 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.73 vs CHIX:KARs: 5.32

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 (2026-07-26), Karnov Group AB's stock price is kr64.30. Karnov Group AB's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was kr8.800. Therefore, Karnov Group AB's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 7.31.

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


Karnov Group AB  (CHIX:KARs) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=64.30/8.800
=7.31

Karnov Group AB's share price for today is kr64.30.
Karnov Group 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 kr8.800.

* 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?


Karnov Group AB EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Karnov Group AB EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Karnov Group 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.

Karnov Group AB EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Karnov Group AB Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Karnov Group AB Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 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 18.17 20.83 19.58 7.77 5.65

CHIX:KARS vs CTAS, CPRT, ULS: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, Karnov Group 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.


Karnov Group AB EV-to-EBITDA vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Karnov Group AB's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


CHIX:KARS
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Karnov Group AB EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=8241.501/1549.9
=5.32

Karnov Group AB's current Enterprise Value is kr8,242 Mil.
Karnov Group 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 kr1,550 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 5.32 mean?
Karnov Group AB (CHIX:KARS) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.32 as of Jul. 26, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Karnov Group AB. This is 73% below median its historical median of 19.95. Over the past decade, Karnov Group AB's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.32 to 29.43. According to the industry distribution chart, Karnov Group AB ranks #288 out of 904 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 31.9%.
Is Karnov Group AB's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Karnov Group AB's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.32 is 73% below median its 10-year median of 19.95. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.32 to a high of 29.43. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.73. Karnov Group AB's value of 5.32 is 31.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Karnov Group AB ranks #288 out of 904 companies in the Business Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Karnov Group AB has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Karnov Group AB's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CTAS and CPRT?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Karnov Group AB ranks #288 out of 904 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Karnov Group AB in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.73. Karnov Group AB's value of 5.32 is 31.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Karnov Group AB's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.32 to 29.43 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 19.95 vs. the industry median of 7.73, Karnov Group 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 a Business Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Business Services companies is 7.73, based on 904 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. Karnov Group AB's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.32 is 31.2% 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 Karnov Group AB. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.73 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Karnov Group AB's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.32, which is 73% below median its own 10-year median of 19.95. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Karnov Group AB stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Karnov Group AB (CHIX:KARS) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is kr117.64, compared to a current price of kr64.30 — trading 45.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.32, which is 73% below median its 10-year median of 19.95 and 31.2% below the Business Services industry median of 7.73. Karnov Group AB's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 4 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 Karnov Group AB (CHIX:KARS), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.32 as of Jul. 26, 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 Karnov Group AB (CHIX:KARS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Karnov Group AB stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of kr64.30 is trading 45.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of kr117.64. GuruFocus considers Karnov Group AB to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:KARS:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 5.32 (73% below median its 10-year median of 19.95)
  • GF Value™: kr117.64 vs. price of kr64.30 (45.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 31.2% below the Business Services median (#288 of 904)

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


Karnov Group AB Business Description

Address Flemminggatan 14, Stockholm, SWE, 112 26
Karnov Group AB is a provider of mission-critical information in the areas of legal, tax and auditing, environment, and health and safety. Karnov's products include subscription-based online solutions for law firms, tax and accounting firms, corporates, and the public sector including, courts, universities, public authorities, and municipalities. Karnov also publishes and sells offline books and journals and hosts legal training courses. Its brands are Karnov Group Denmark, Norstedts Juridik, Aranzadi LA LEY, Lamy Liaisons, Notisum, Echoline, BELLA Intelligence. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from Denmark and also has a presence in Sweden, Norway, France, Spain, and Portugal.
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