Union Coop (DFM:UNIONCOOP) EV-to-EBITDA: 8.63 (As of Aug. 24, 2026) — Near Median

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DFM:UNIONCOOP Union Coop DFM:UNIONCOOP
74 GF Score
Price د.إ2.15
GF Value د.إ2.70
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Union Coop EV-to-EBITDA?

Union Coop DFM:UNIONCOOP -0.92% 74 EV-to-EBITDA is 8.63 as of Aug. 24, 2026, which is 8% below its 10-year median of 9.41. GuruFocus rates DFM:UNIONCOOP with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of د.إ2.70 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 953 Retail - Cyclical companies, Union Coop ranks better than 50.16% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Union Coop's enterprise value is د.إ4,227 Mil. Union Coop's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was د.إ490 Mil. Therefore, Union Coop's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 8.63.

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

DFM:UNIONCOOP' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.06   Med: 9.41   Max: 73.81
Current: 8.63

During the past 6 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Union Coop was 73.81. The lowest was 8.06. And the median was 9.41.

DFM:UNIONCOOP's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
50.16% of 953 companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 8.64 vs DFM:UNIONCOOP: 8.63

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 (2026-08-24), Union Coop's stock price is د.إ2.15. Union Coop's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was د.إ0.190. Therefore, Union Coop's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 11.32.

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


Union Coop  (DFM:UNIONCOOP) 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.

Union Coop's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2.15/0.190
=11.32

Union Coop's share price for today is د.إ2.15.
Union Coop'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 د.إ0.190.

* 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?


Union Coop EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Union Coop EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Union Coop'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.

Union Coop EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Union Coop Annual Data
Trend Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 0.00 10.21 11.74 9.71 8.70

Union Coop Quarterly Data
Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 9.24 8.73 8.70 8.31 8.85

DFM:UNIONCOOP vs DDS, M: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Department Stores subindustry, Union Coop'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.


Union Coop EV-to-EBITDA vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Union Coop's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Union Coop EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Union Coop's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=4226.770/489.529
=8.63

Union Coop's current Enterprise Value is د.إ4,227 Mil.
Union Coop'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 د.إ490 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 8.63 mean?
Union Coop (DFM:UNIONCOOP) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 8.63 as of Aug. 24, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Union Coop. This is near median its historical median of 9.41. Over the past decade, Union Coop's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.06 to 73.81. According to the industry distribution chart, Union Coop ranks #475 out of 953 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 49.8%.
Is Union Coop's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Union Coop's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.63 is near median its 10-year median of 9.41. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.06 to a high of 73.81. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.64. Union Coop's value of 8.63 is 0.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Union Coop ranks #475 out of 953 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Union Coop has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Union Coop's EV-to-EBITDA compare to DDS and M?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Union Coop ranks #475 out of 953 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Union Coop in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.64. Union Coop's value of 8.63 is 0.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Union Coop's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.06 to 73.81 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.41 vs. the industry median of 8.64, Union Coop 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 a Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Retail - Cyclical companies is 8.64, based on 953 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. Union Coop's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.63 is 0.1% 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 Union Coop. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.64 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Union Coop's current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.63, which is near median its own 10-year median of 9.41. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Union Coop stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Union Coop (DFM:UNIONCOOP) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is د.إ2.70, compared to a current price of د.إ2.15 — trading 20.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.63, which is near median its 10-year median of 9.41 and 0.1% below the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 8.64. Union Coop's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 2 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 Union Coop (DFM:UNIONCOOP), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.63 as of Aug. 24, 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 Union Coop (DFM:UNIONCOOP) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Union Coop stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of د.إ2.15 is trading 20.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of د.إ2.70. GuruFocus considers Union Coop to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for DFM:UNIONCOOP:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 8.63 (near median its 10-year median of 9.41)
  • GF Value™: د.إ2.70 vs. price of د.إ2.15 (20.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 0.1% below the Retail - Cyclical median (#475 of 953)

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


Union Coop Business Description

Address The Tripoli Street, Al Warqa - 3, Dubai, ARE
Union Coop is engaged in establishing and managing hypermarkets in the United Arab Emirates. The company has several branches, and owns shopping centers namely; Al Warqa City Mall, Etihad Mall, Al Barsha Mall, Al Barsha South Mall ,Nad Al Hamar Center ,Al Nahda ,Motor City and Silicon Oasis. The company has also launched a chain of stores under the name of Coop, representing new concepts of shopping, as it includes outlets in addition to one branch of the Mini Coop chain, and Union Coop is the first consumer cooperative in the Middle East to include the concept of smart shopping. The company has three business segments that include retail, e-commerce, and real estate segment. It earns the majority of its revenue from the retail segment.
74GF Score

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