DCSX (Direct Communication Solutions) EV-to-EBITDA: 16.74 (As of Sep. 14, 2026)

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DCSX Direct Communication Solutions Inc DCSX
48 GF Score
Price $0.91
GF Value $1.26
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Direct Communication Solutions EV-to-EBITDA?

Direct Communication Solutions DCSX 48 EV-to-EBITDA is 16.74 as of Sep. 14, 2026. GuruFocus rates DCSX with a GF Score™ of 48/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.26 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,954 Software companies, Direct Communication Solutions ranks worse than 67.96% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Direct Communication Solutions's enterprise value is $10.55 Mil. Direct Communication Solutions's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.63 Mil. Therefore, Direct Communication Solutions's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 16.74.

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

DCSX' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -36.19   Med: -6.38   Max: 21.28
Current: 16.74

During the past 8 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Direct Communication Solutions was 21.28. The lowest was -36.19. And the median was -6.38.

DCSX's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
67.96% of 1954 companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 10.26 vs DCSX: 16.74

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 (2026-09-14), Direct Communication Solutions's stock price is $0.91. Direct Communication Solutions's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $-0.783. Therefore, Direct Communication Solutions's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.

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


Direct Communication Solutions  (OTCPK:DCSX) 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.

Direct Communication Solutions's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.91/-0.783
=At Loss

Direct Communication Solutions's share price for today is $0.91.
Direct Communication Solutions's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-0.783.

* 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?


Direct Communication Solutions EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Direct Communication Solutions EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Direct Communication Solutions'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.

Direct Communication Solutions EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Direct Communication Solutions Annual Data
Trend Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial -14.77 -3.45 -9.11 -35.83 21.45

Direct Communication Solutions Quarterly Data
Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA Get a 7-Day Free Trial -14.77 -3.45 -9.11 -35.83 21.45

DCSX vs GTCH, MITI, EDGM: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Information Technology Services subindustry, Direct Communication Solutions'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.


Direct Communication Solutions EV-to-EBITDA vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, Direct Communication Solutions's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Direct Communication Solutions's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Direct Communication Solutions EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Direct Communication Solutions's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=10.549/0.63
=16.74

Direct Communication Solutions's current Enterprise Value is $10.55 Mil.
Direct Communication Solutions's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.63 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 16.74 mean?
Direct Communication Solutions (DCSX) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 16.74 as of Sep. 14, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Direct Communication Solutions. According to the industry distribution chart, Direct Communication Solutions ranks #1328 out of 1954 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 68%.
Is Direct Communication Solutions' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Direct Communication Solutions' current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.74. The Software industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.26. Direct Communication Solutions' value of 16.74 is 63.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Direct Communication Solutions ranks #1328 out of 1954 companies in the Software industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Direct Communication Solutions has a GF Score™ of 48/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Direct Communication Solutions' EV-to-EBITDA compare to GTCH and MITI?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Direct Communication Solutions ranks #1328 out of 1954 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Direct Communication Solutions in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.26. Direct Communication Solutions' value of 16.74 is 63.2% above this benchmark. 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 Software company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Software companies is 10.26, based on 1,954 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. Direct Communication Solutions's current EV-to-EBITDA of 16.74 is 63.2% 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 Direct Communication Solutions. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.26 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Direct Communication Solutions's current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.74. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Direct Communication Solutions stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Direct Communication Solutions (DCSX) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.26, compared to a current price of $0.91 — trading 27.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.74 and 63.2% above the Software industry median of 10.26. Direct Communication Solutions' overall GF Score™ is 48/100 with 6 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 Direct Communication Solutions (DCSX), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.74 as of Sep. 14, 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 Direct Communication Solutions (DCSX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Direct Communication Solutions stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $0.91 is trading 27.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $1.26. GuruFocus considers Direct Communication Solutions to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for DCSX:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 16.74
  • GF Value™: $1.26 vs. price of $0.91 (27.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 48/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 63.2% above the Software median (#1328 of 1954)

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


Direct Communication Solutions Business Description

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Address 11021 Via Frontera, Suite C, San Diego, CA, USA, 92127
Direct Communication Solutions Inc is a provider of solutions for the Internet of Things (IoT), including monitoring-as-a-service (MaaS) solutions for the telematics market. The company's product portfolio includes GPS devices, modems, embedded modules, routers, and mobile tracking machine-to-machine (M2M) devices. Additionally, it provides communications and applications software and cloud services. The company's portfolio of SaaS solutions mainly includes MiFleet, which provides fleet and vehicle SaaS telematics; MiSensors, which provides easy M2M device management and service enablement for wireless sensors; and MiFailover, which provides high-speed wireless internet failover. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from the USA, and the rest from Canada and other regions.
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