BrightView Holdings (FRA:7BV) EV-to-EBITDA: 8.75 (As of Aug. 20, 2026) — 15% Below Median

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FRA:7BV BrightView Holdings Inc FRA:7BV
74 GF Score
Price €9.85
GF Value €11.56
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is BrightView Holdings EV-to-EBITDA?

BrightView Holdings FRA:7BV +2.07% 74 EV-to-EBITDA is 8.75 as of Aug. 20, 2026, which is 15% below its 10-year median of 10.35. GuruFocus rates FRA:7BV with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of €11.56 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 904 Business Services companies, BrightView Holdings ranks worse than 51.33% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, BrightView Holdings's enterprise value is €2,179 Mil. BrightView Holdings's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €249 Mil. Therefore, BrightView Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 8.75.

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

FRA:7BV' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.75   Med: 10.35   Max: 29.63
Current: 7.91

During the past 11 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of BrightView Holdings was 29.63. The lowest was 7.75. And the median was 10.35.

FRA:7BV's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
51.33% of 904 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.61 vs FRA:7BV: 7.91

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 (2026-08-20), BrightView Holdings's stock price is €9.85. BrightView Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €-0.215. Therefore, BrightView Holdings'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).


BrightView Holdings  (FRA:7BV) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=9.85/-0.215
=At Loss

BrightView Holdings's share price for today is €9.85.
BrightView Holdings'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 €-0.215.

* 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?


BrightView Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


BrightView Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for BrightView Holdings'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.

BrightView Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Chart

BrightView Holdings Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-EBITDA
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BrightView Holdings Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 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 Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 9.86 8.54 8.21 7.85 0.00

FRA:7BV vs LZ, RHLD, TIC: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, BrightView Holdings'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.


BrightView Holdings EV-to-EBITDA vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, BrightView Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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BrightView Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=2178.601/249.09
=8.75

BrightView Holdings's current Enterprise Value is €2,179 Mil.
BrightView Holdings'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 €249 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 8.75 mean?
BrightView Holdings (FRA:7BV) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 8.75 as of Aug. 20, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on BrightView Holdings. This is 15% below median its historical median of 10.35. Over the past decade, BrightView Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.75 to 29.63. According to the industry distribution chart, BrightView Holdings ranks #464 out of 904 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 51.3%.
Is BrightView Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
BrightView Holdings' current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.75 is 15% below median its 10-year median of 10.35. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.75 to a high of 29.63. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.61. BrightView Holdings' value of 8.75 is 15% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, BrightView Holdings ranks #464 out of 904 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, BrightView Holdings has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does BrightView Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA compare to LZ and RHLD?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, BrightView Holdings ranks #464 out of 904 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places BrightView Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.61. BrightView Holdings' value of 8.75 is 15% above this benchmark. Historically, BrightView Holdings' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.75 to 29.63 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.35 vs. the industry median of 7.61, BrightView Holdings 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Business Services companies is 7.61, based on 904 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. BrightView Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.75 is 15% 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 BrightView Holdings. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.61 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. BrightView Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.75, which is 15% below median its own 10-year median of 10.35. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is BrightView Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BrightView Holdings (FRA:7BV) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €11.56, compared to a current price of €9.85 — trading 14.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.75, which is 15% below median its 10-year median of 10.35 and 15% above the Business Services industry median of 7.61. BrightView Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 4 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 BrightView Holdings (FRA:7BV), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.75 as of Aug. 20, 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 BrightView Holdings (FRA:7BV) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BrightView Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €9.85 is trading 14.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of €11.56. GuruFocus considers BrightView Holdings to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:7BV:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 8.75 (15% below median its 10-year median of 10.35)
  • GF Value™: €11.56 vs. price of €9.85 (14.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 15% above the Business Services median (#464 of 904)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:7BV stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


BrightView Holdings Business Description

Other Exchanges BV:USA
Address 980 Jolly Road, Blue Bell, PA, USA, 19422
BrightView Holdings Inc is a provider of commercial landscaping services in the United States. The company provides commercial landscaping services, landscape maintenance, and enhancements to tree care and landscape development. It operates through two segments namely Maintenance Services, and Development Services. The Maintenance Services are self-performed through a national branch network and are route-based in nature. It includes mowing, gardening, mulching and snow removal, water management etc. And Development Services are comprised of sophisticated design, coordination, and installation of landscapes at recognizable corporate, athletic, and university complexes. The company generates a majority of its revenue from Maintenance Services.
74GF Score

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