Drake & Scull International PJSC (DFM:DSI) EV-to-EBITDA: -5.36 (As of Jul. 28, 2026)

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DFM:DSI Drake & Scull International PJSC DFM:DSI
24 GF Score
Price د.إ0.24
GF Value د.إ0.65
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Drake & Scull International PJSC EV-to-EBITDA?

Drake & Scull International PJSC DFM:DSI +3.51% 24 EV-to-EBITDA is -5.36 as of Jul. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates DFM:DSI with a GF Score™ of 24/100 and a GF Value™ of د.إ0.65 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,478 Construction companies, Drake & Scull International PJSC ranks worse than 67658.93% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Drake & Scull International PJSC's enterprise value is د.إ480.8 Mil. Drake & Scull International PJSC's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was د.إ-89.7 Mil. Therefore, Drake & Scull International PJSC's EV-to-EBITDA for today is -5.36.

The historical rank and industry rank for Drake & Scull International PJSC's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

DFM:DSI' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -384.45   Med: -4.4   Max: 66.62
Current: -5.35

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Drake & Scull International PJSC was 66.62. The lowest was -384.45. And the median was -4.40.

DFM:DSI's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
100% of 1478 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 9.02 vs DFM:DSI: -5.35

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 (2026-07-28), Drake & Scull International PJSC's stock price is د.إ0.236. Drake & Scull International PJSC's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was د.إ-0.028. Therefore, Drake & Scull International PJSC'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).


Drake & Scull International PJSC  (DFM:DSI) 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.

Drake & Scull International PJSC's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.236/-0.028
=At Loss

Drake & Scull International PJSC's share price for today is د.إ0.236.
Drake & Scull International PJSC'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 د.إ-0.028.

* 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?


Drake & Scull International PJSC EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Drake & Scull International PJSC EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Drake & Scull International PJSC'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.

Drake & Scull International PJSC EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Drake & Scull International PJSC Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Drake & Scull International PJSC Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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DFM:DSI vs PWR, FIX, EME: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Drake & Scull International PJSC'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.


Drake & Scull International PJSC EV-to-EBITDA vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Drake & Scull International PJSC's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Drake & Scull International PJSC's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Drake & Scull International PJSC EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Drake & Scull International PJSC's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=480.761/-89.715
=-5.36

Drake & Scull International PJSC's current Enterprise Value is د.إ480.8 Mil.
Drake & Scull International PJSC'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 د.إ-89.7 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 -5.36 mean?
Drake & Scull International PJSC (DFM:DSI) has a EV-to-EBITDA of -5.36 as of Jul. 28, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Drake & Scull International PJSC. According to the industry distribution chart, Drake & Scull International PJSC ranks #999999 out of 1478 companies in the Construction industry.
Is Drake & Scull International PJSC's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Drake & Scull International PJSC's current EV-to-EBITDA is -5.36. Based on the distribution chart, Drake & Scull International PJSC ranks #999999 out of 1478 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Drake & Scull International PJSC has a GF Score™ of 24/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Drake & Scull International PJSC's EV-to-EBITDA compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Drake & Scull International PJSC ranks #999999 out of 1478 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Drake & Scull International PJSC in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.02. 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 Construction company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Construction companies is 9.02, based on 1,478 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. 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 Drake & Scull International PJSC. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.02 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Drake & Scull International PJSC's current EV-to-EBITDA is -5.36. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Drake & Scull International PJSC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Drake & Scull International PJSC (DFM:DSI) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is د.إ0.65, compared to a current price of د.إ0.24 — trading 63.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is -5.36. Drake & Scull International PJSC's overall GF Score™ is 24/100 with 5 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 Drake & Scull International PJSC (DFM:DSI), the current EV-to-EBITDA is -5.36 as of Jul. 28, 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 Drake & Scull International PJSC (DFM:DSI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Drake & Scull International PJSC stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of د.إ0.24 is trading 63.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of د.إ0.65. GuruFocus considers Drake & Scull International PJSC to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for DFM:DSI:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: -5.36
  • GF Value™: د.إ0.65 vs. price of د.إ0.24 (63.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 24/100 with 5 warning signs

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


Drake & Scull International PJSC Business Description

Address Office No. 2002, Sheikh Zayed Road, P.O. Box 3399, Nassima Tower, Dubai, ARE
Drake & Scull International PJSC is engaged in carrying out contracting work within the construction industry, which mainly includes infrastructure and real estate development work, electrical, plumbing, oil and gas, air conditioning, water, & waste-water treatment works. The company is organized into business units based on its services and has three reportable business segments, namely Wastewater treatment and water sludge, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), and Corporate. The company is geographically distributed in the UAE and other countries.
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