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QinetiQ GroupCHIX:QQL -0.42%73 EV-to-EBITDA is 8.38 as of Jul. 21, 2026, which is 5% below its 10-year median of 8.81. GuruFocus rates CHIX:QQL with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of £4.66 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 265 Aerospace & Defense companies, QinetiQ Group ranks better than 85.28% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, QinetiQ Group's enterprise value is £2,482 Mil.
QinetiQ Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £296 Mil. Therefore, QinetiQ Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 8.38.
The historical rank and industry rank for QinetiQ Group's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
CHIX:QQl'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.19 Med: 8.81 Max: 125.21
Current: 8.38
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of QinetiQ Group was 125.21. The lowest was 5.19. And the median was 8.81.
CHIX:QQl's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 85.28% of 265
companies
in the Aerospace & Defense industry
Industry Median: 21.25
vs CHIX:QQl: 8.38
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.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
QinetiQ Group (CHIX:QQl) 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.
QinetiQ Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
QinetiQ Group's share price for today is £4.51.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. QinetiQ Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £0.198.
* 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).
The historical data trend for QinetiQ 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.
CHIX:QQL vs SPCX, GE, RTX: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Aerospace & Defense subindustry, QinetiQ 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.
QinetiQ Group EV-to-EBITDA vs Aerospace & Defense Industry
For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, QinetiQ Group's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where QinetiQ Group's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
QinetiQ Group's current Enterprise Value is £2,482 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. QinetiQ Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £296 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.
QinetiQ Group (CHIX:QQL) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 8.38 as of Jul. 21, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on QinetiQ Group. This is near median its historical median of 8.81. Over the past decade, QinetiQ Group's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.19 to 125.21. According to the industry distribution chart, QinetiQ Group ranks #39 out of 265 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 14.7%.
Is QinetiQ Group's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
QinetiQ Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.38 is near median its 10-year median of 8.81. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.19 to a high of 125.21. The Aerospace & Defense industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 21.25. QinetiQ Group's value of 8.38 is 60.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, QinetiQ Group ranks #39 out of 265 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, QinetiQ Group has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does QinetiQ Group's EV-to-EBITDA compare to SPCX and GE?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, QinetiQ Group ranks #39 out of 265 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places QinetiQ Group in the top 15% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 21.25. QinetiQ Group's value of 8.38 is 60.6% below this benchmark. Historically, QinetiQ Group's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.19 to 125.21 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 8.81 vs. the industry median of 21.25, QinetiQ Group 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 Aerospace & Defense company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Aerospace & Defense companies is 21.25, based on 265 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. QinetiQ Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.38 is 60.6% 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 QinetiQ Group. For the Aerospace & Defense industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 21.25 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. QinetiQ Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.38, which is near median its own 10-year median of 8.81. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is QinetiQ Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, QinetiQ Group (CHIX:QQL) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is £4.66, compared to a current price of £4.51 — trading 3.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.38, which is near median its 10-year median of 8.81 and 60.6% below the Aerospace & Defense industry median of 21.25. QinetiQ Group's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 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 QinetiQ Group (CHIX:QQL), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.38 as of Jul. 21, 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 QinetiQ Group (CHIX:QQL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, QinetiQ Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of £4.51 is trading 3.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of £4.66.
GuruFocus considers QinetiQ Group to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for CHIX:QQL:
EV-to-EBITDA: 8.38 (near median its 10-year median of 8.81)
GF Value™: £4.66 vs. price of £4.51 (3.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 60.6% below the Aerospace & Defense median (#39 of 265)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:QQL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
QinetiQ Group PLC is a company operating in the aerospace, defense, and security sectors. Its operating segments are EMEA Services, and Global Solutions. It generates majority of revenue from EMES Services. EMEA Services provides technical assurance, test and evaluation and training services, underpinned by long-term contracts. EMEA Services comprises business units which are not considered reportable segments as defined UK Defence, UK Intelligence and the Australia sector. Global Solutions combines all other business units not aggregated within EMEA Services. It has presence in United Kingdom (UK), United States of America (US), Australia, Home countries, Europe, and Rest of world of which majority of revenue comes from Home countries.
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