Randstad NV (CHIX:RANDA) EV-to-EBITDA: 10.27 (As of Aug. 16, 2026) — 18% Above Median

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CHIX:RANDA Randstad NV CHIX:RANDA
69 GF Score
Price €36.07
GF Value €43.09
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Randstad NV EV-to-EBITDA?

Randstad NV CHIX:RANDA 69 EV-to-EBITDA is 10.27 as of Aug. 16, 2026, which is 18% above its 10-year median of 8.71. GuruFocus rates CHIX:RANDA with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of €43.09 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 903 Business Services companies, Randstad NV ranks worse than 65.56% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Randstad NV's enterprise value is €8,746 Mil. Randstad NV's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €852 Mil. Therefore, Randstad NV's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 10.27.

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

CHIX:RANDa' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.46   Med: 8.71   Max: 13.49
Current: 10.27

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Randstad NV was 13.49. The lowest was 5.46. And the median was 8.71.

CHIX:RANDa's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
65.56% of 903 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.67 vs CHIX:RANDa: 10.27

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), Randstad NV's stock price is €36.065. Randstad NV's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €1.780. Therefore, Randstad NV's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 20.26.

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


Randstad NV  (CHIX:RANDa) 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.

Randstad NV's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=36.065/1.780
=20.26

Randstad NV's share price for today is €36.065.
Randstad NV'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 €1.780.

* 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?


Randstad NV EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Randstad NV EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Randstad NV'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.

Randstad NV EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Randstad NV Annual Data
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EV-to-EBITDA
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Randstad NV Quarterly Data
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CHIX:RANDA vs KFY, RHI, TNET: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, Randstad NV'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.


Randstad NV EV-to-EBITDA vs Business Services Industry

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

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


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Randstad NV EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Randstad NV's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=8746.002/852
=10.27

Randstad NV's current Enterprise Value is €8,746 Mil.
Randstad NV'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 €852 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 10.27 mean?
Randstad NV (CHIX:RANDA) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 10.27 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 Randstad NV. This is 18% above median its historical median of 8.71. Over the past decade, Randstad NV's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.46 to 13.49. According to the industry distribution chart, Randstad NV ranks #592 out of 903 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 65.6%.
Is Randstad NV's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Randstad NV's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.27 is 18% above median its 10-year median of 8.71. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.46 to a high of 13.49. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.67. Randstad NV's value of 10.27 is 33.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Randstad NV ranks #592 out of 903 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Randstad NV has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Randstad NV's EV-to-EBITDA compare to KFY and RHI?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Randstad NV ranks #592 out of 903 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Randstad NV in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.67. Randstad NV's value of 10.27 is 33.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Randstad NV's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.46 to 13.49 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 8.71 vs. the industry median of 7.67, Randstad NV 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Business Services companies is 7.67, based on 903 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. Randstad NV's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.27 is 33.9% 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 Randstad NV. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.67 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Randstad NV's current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.27, which is 18% above median its own 10-year median of 8.71. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Randstad NV stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Randstad NV (CHIX:RANDA) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €43.09, compared to a current price of €36.07 — trading 16.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.27, which is 18% above median its 10-year median of 8.71 and 33.9% above the Business Services industry median of 7.67. Randstad NV's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 8 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 Randstad NV (CHIX:RANDA), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.27 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 Randstad NV (CHIX:RANDA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Randstad NV stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €36.07 is trading 16.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of €43.09. GuruFocus considers Randstad NV to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:RANDA:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 10.27 (18% above median its 10-year median of 8.71)
  • GF Value™: €43.09 vs. price of €36.07 (16.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 33.9% above the Business Services median (#592 of 903)

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


Randstad NV Business Description

Address Diemermere 25, Diemen, NH, NLD, 1112 TC
Established in 1960 and domiciled in the Netherlands, Randstad is one of only three global recruitment providers, placing over 200,000 permanent candidates and 2 million temporary candidates annually. In addition, the company provides recruitment process outsourcing services, managed services programs, payroll services, outplacement services, and job postings.
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