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FactSet Research SystemsFDS +0.79%77 EV-to-EBITDA is 10.58 as of Jul. 22, 2026, which is 51% below its 10-year median of 21.52. GuruFocus rates FDS with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of $511.15 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 515 Capital Markets companies, FactSet Research Systems ranks worse than 52.62% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, FactSet Research Systems's enterprise value is $10,119 Mil.
FactSet Research Systems's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $956 Mil. Therefore, FactSet Research Systems's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 10.58.
The historical rank and industry rank for FactSet Research Systems's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
FDS'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.74 Med: 21.52 Max: 32.43
Current: 10.58
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of FactSet Research Systems was 32.43. The lowest was 8.74. And the median was 21.52.
FDS's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 52.62% of 515
companies
in the Capital Markets industry
Industry Median: 9.64
vs FDS: 10.58
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.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
FactSet Research Systems (NYSE:FDS) 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.
FactSet Research Systems's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
FactSet Research Systems's share price for today is $248.90.
FactSet Research Systems's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $15.180.
* 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).
* 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.
For the Financial Data & Stock Exchanges subindustry, FactSet Research Systems'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.
FactSet Research Systems EV-to-EBITDA vs Capital Markets Industry
For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, FactSet Research Systems's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where FactSet Research Systems's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
FactSet Research Systems's current Enterprise Value is $10,119 Mil.
FactSet Research Systems's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $956 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.
FactSet Research Systems (FDS) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 10.58 as of Jul. 22, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on FactSet Research Systems. This is 51% below median its historical median of 21.52. Over the past decade, FactSet Research Systems' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.74 to 32.43. According to the industry distribution chart, FactSet Research Systems ranks #271 out of 515 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 52.6%.
Is FactSet Research Systems' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
FactSet Research Systems' current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.58 is 51% below median its 10-year median of 21.52. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.74 to a high of 32.43. The Capital Markets industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.64. FactSet Research Systems' value of 10.58 is 9.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, FactSet Research Systems ranks #271 out of 515 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, FactSet Research Systems has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does FactSet Research Systems' EV-to-EBITDA compare to MORN and TRU?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, FactSet Research Systems ranks #271 out of 515 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places FactSet Research Systems in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.64. FactSet Research Systems' value of 10.58 is 9.8% above this benchmark. Historically, FactSet Research Systems' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.74 to 32.43 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 21.52 vs. the industry median of 9.64, FactSet Research Systems 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 Capital Markets company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Capital Markets companies is 9.64, based on 515 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. FactSet Research Systems's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.58 is 9.8% 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 FactSet Research Systems. For the Capital Markets industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.64 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. FactSet Research Systems's current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.58, which is 51% below median its own 10-year median of 21.52. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is FactSet Research Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FactSet Research Systems (FDS) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $511.15, compared to a current price of $248.90 — trading 51.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.58, which is 51% below median its 10-year median of 21.52 and 9.8% above the Capital Markets industry median of 9.64. FactSet Research Systems' overall GF Score™ is 77/100 with 1 warning sign 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 FactSet Research Systems (FDS), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.58 as of Jul. 22, 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 FactSet Research Systems (FDS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FactSet Research Systems stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $248.90 is trading 51.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $511.15.
GuruFocus considers FactSet Research Systems to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for FDS:
EV-to-EBITDA: 10.58 (51% below median its 10-year median of 21.52)
GF Value™: $511.15 vs. price of $248.90 (51.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 9.8% above the Capital Markets median (#271 of 515)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FDS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
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