Saipem SpA (CHIX:SPMM) EV-to-EBITDA: 5.37 (As of Jul. 20, 2026) — 57% Above Median

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CHIX:SPMM Saipem SpA CHIX:SPMM
46 GF Score
Price €4.34
GF Value €2.48
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Saipem SpA EV-to-EBITDA?

Saipem SpA CHIX:SPMM 46 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.37 as of Jul. 20, 2026, which is 57% above its 10-year median of 3.42. GuruFocus rates CHIX:SPMM with a GF Score™ of 46/100 and a GF Value™ of €2.48 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 761 Oil & Gas companies, Saipem SpA ranks better than 67.94% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Saipem SpA's enterprise value is €9,371 Mil. Saipem SpA's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €1,744 Mil. Therefore, Saipem SpA's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.37.

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

CHIX:SPMm' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -167.61   Med: 3.42   Max: 49.48
Current: 5.37

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Saipem SpA was 49.48. The lowest was -167.61. And the median was 3.42.

CHIX:SPMm's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
67.94% of 761 companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 7.58 vs CHIX:SPMm: 5.37

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 (2026-07-20), Saipem SpA's stock price is €4.337. Saipem SpA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €0.151. Therefore, Saipem SpA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 28.72.

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


Saipem SpA  (CHIX:SPMm) 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.

Saipem SpA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=4.337/0.151
=28.72

Saipem SpA's share price for today is €4.337.
Saipem SpA'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 €0.151.

* 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?


Saipem SpA EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Saipem SpA EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Saipem SpA'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.

Saipem SpA EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Saipem SpA Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.31 7.54 4.03 3.98 3.76

Saipem SpA Quarterly Data
Dec20 Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Dec22 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 3.73 3.42 3.56 3.76 5.05

CHIX:SPMM vs SLB, BKR, HAL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Oil & Gas Equipment & Services subindustry, Saipem SpA'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.


Saipem SpA EV-to-EBITDA vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Saipem SpA's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


CHIX:SPMM
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Saipem SpA EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Saipem SpA's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=9371.068/1744
=5.37

Saipem SpA's current Enterprise Value is €9,371 Mil.
Saipem SpA'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 €1,744 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 5.37 mean?
Saipem SpA (CHIX:SPMM) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.37 as of Jul. 20, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Saipem SpA. This is 57% above median its historical median of 3.42. According to the industry distribution chart, Saipem SpA ranks #244 out of 761 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 32.1%.
Is Saipem SpA's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Saipem SpA's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.37 is 57% above median its 10-year median of 3.42. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.58. Saipem SpA's value of 5.37 is 29.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Saipem SpA ranks #244 out of 761 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Saipem SpA has a GF Score™ of 46/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Saipem SpA's EV-to-EBITDA compare to SLB and BKR?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Saipem SpA ranks #244 out of 761 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Saipem SpA in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.58. Saipem SpA's value of 5.37 is 29.2% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 3.42 vs. the industry median of 7.58, Saipem SpA 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 Oil & Gas company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Oil & Gas companies is 7.58, based on 761 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. Saipem SpA's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.37 is 29.2% 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 Saipem SpA. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.58 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Saipem SpA's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.37, which is 57% above median its own 10-year median of 3.42. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Saipem SpA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Saipem SpA (CHIX:SPMM) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €2.48, compared to a current price of €4.34 — trading 74.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.37, which is 57% above median its 10-year median of 3.42 and 29.2% below the Oil & Gas industry median of 7.58. Saipem SpA's overall GF Score™ is 46/100 with 3 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 Saipem SpA (CHIX:SPMM), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.37 as of Jul. 20, 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 Saipem SpA (CHIX:SPMM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Saipem SpA stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €4.34 is trading 74.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of €2.48. GuruFocus considers Saipem SpA to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:SPMM:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 5.37 (57% above median its 10-year median of 3.42)
  • GF Value™: €2.48 vs. price of €4.34 (74.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 46/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 29.2% below the Oil & Gas median (#244 of 761)

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


Saipem SpA Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address Via Luigi Russolo, 5, Milano, ITA, 20138
Saipem SpA specializes in engineering and construction of projects for the energy and infrastructure sectors, offshore and onshore. The company operates through Asset-Based Services, Offshore Drilling, and Energy Carriers segments. Key revenue is generated from Asset-Based Services, which includes the Offshore Engineering & Construction and Offshore Wind activities. The Energy Carriers segment includes the Onshore Engineering & Construction, Sustainable Infrastructures, and Robotics & Industrialized Solutions activities. Its revenue by geographical segment includes Italy, Rest of Europe, CSI, Rest of Asia, etc.
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