FGROF (FirstGroup) EV-to-EBITDA: 2.27 (As of Jul. 17, 2026) — 41% Below Median

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What is FirstGroup EV-to-EBITDA?

FirstGroup FGROF 75 EV-to-EBITDA is 2.27 as of Jul. 17, 2026, which is 41% below its 10-year median of 3.82. GuruFocus rates FGROF with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of $2.63. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 902 Transportation companies, FirstGroup ranks better than 94.9% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, FirstGroup's enterprise value is $2,387 Mil. FirstGroup's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,054 Mil. Therefore, FirstGroup's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 2.27.

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

FGROF' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.88   Med: 3.82   Max: 11.2
Current: 2.3

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of FirstGroup was 11.20. The lowest was 1.88. And the median was 3.82.

FGROF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
94.9% of 902 companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 8.69 vs FGROF: 2.30

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 (2026-07-17), FirstGroup's stock price is $2.38. FirstGroup's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.276. Therefore, FirstGroup's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 8.62.

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


FirstGroup  (OTCPK:FGROF) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2.38/0.276
=8.62

FirstGroup's share price for today is $2.38.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. FirstGroup's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.276.

* 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?


FirstGroup EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


FirstGroup EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for FirstGroup'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.

FirstGroup EV-to-EBITDA Chart

FirstGroup Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA
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FirstGroup Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
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FGROF vs UNP, CSX, NSC: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Railroads subindustry, FirstGroup'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.


FirstGroup EV-to-EBITDA vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, FirstGroup's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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FirstGroup EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=2387.254/1053.905
=2.27

FirstGroup's current Enterprise Value is $2,387 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. FirstGroup's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,054 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 2.27 mean?
FirstGroup (FGROF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 2.27 as of Jul. 17, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on FirstGroup. This is 41% below median its historical median of 3.82. Over the past decade, FirstGroup's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.88 to 11.20. According to the industry distribution chart, FirstGroup ranks #46 out of 902 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 5.1%.
Is FirstGroup's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
FirstGroup's current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.27 is 41% below median its 10-year median of 3.82. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.88 to a high of 11.20. The Transportation industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.69. FirstGroup's value of 2.27 is 73.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, FirstGroup ranks #46 out of 902 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, FirstGroup has a GF Score™ of 75/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does FirstGroup's EV-to-EBITDA compare to UNP and CSX?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, FirstGroup ranks #46 out of 902 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places FirstGroup in the top 5% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.69. FirstGroup's value of 2.27 is 73.9% below this benchmark. Historically, FirstGroup's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.88 to 11.20 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 3.82 vs. the industry median of 8.69, FirstGroup 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 Transportation company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Transportation companies is 8.69, based on 902 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. FirstGroup's current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.27 is 73.9% 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 FirstGroup. For the Transportation industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.69 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. FirstGroup's current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.27, which is 41% below median its own 10-year median of 3.82. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is FirstGroup stock overvalued right now?
FirstGroup (FGROF) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.27. The stock's GF Value™ is $2.63, compared to a current price of $2.38 — trading 9.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.27, which is 41% below median its 10-year median of 3.82 and 73.9% below the Transportation industry median of 8.69. FirstGroup's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 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 FirstGroup (FGROF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.27 as of Jul. 17, 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 FirstGroup (FGROF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FirstGroup stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $2.38 is trading 9.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $2.63.

Key valuation signals for FGROF:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 2.27 (41% below median its 10-year median of 3.82)
  • GF Value™: $2.63 vs. price of $2.38 (9.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 73.9% below the Transportation median (#46 of 902)

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


FirstGroup Business Description

Address 37 North Wharf Road, 8th Floor, The Point, Paddington, London, GBR, W2 1AF
FirstGroup PLC is a passenger transportation company domiciled in the United Kingdom. The company organizes itself into segments: Greyhound, First Bus, and First Rail. The Greyhound segment operates intercity coaches in the United States and Canada. First Bus operates buses in the United Kingdom. First Rail operates passenger trains in the United Kingdom. The company derives the majority of its revenue from the United Kingdom.
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