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Intertek GroupFRA:IT1 -0.29%81 EV-to-EBITDA is 13.65 as of Aug. 17, 2026, which is 4% below its 10-year median of 14.18. GuruFocus rates FRA:IT1 with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of €60.75 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 903 Business Services companies, Intertek Group ranks worse than 76.52% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Intertek Group's enterprise value is €12,246 Mil.
Intertek Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €897 Mil. Therefore, Intertek Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 13.65.
The historical rank and industry rank for Intertek Group's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
FRA:IT1'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -39.18 Med: 14.18 Max: 19.89
Current: 13.42
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Intertek Group was 19.89. The lowest was -39.18. And the median was 14.18.
FRA:IT1's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 76.52% of 903
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.67
vs FRA:IT1: 13.42
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.
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.
Intertek Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Intertek Group's share price for today is €68.35.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Intertek Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €2.357.
* 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).
The historical data trend for Intertek Group'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.
FRA:IT1 vs CTAS, CPRT, GPN: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, Intertek Group'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.
Intertek Group EV-to-EBITDA vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Intertek Group's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Intertek Group's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Intertek Group's current Enterprise Value is €12,246 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Intertek Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €897 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.
Intertek Group (FRA:IT1) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 13.65 as of Aug. 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 Intertek Group. This is near median its historical median of 14.18. According to the industry distribution chart, Intertek Group ranks #691 out of 903 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 76.5%.
Is Intertek Group's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Intertek Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.65 is near median its 10-year median of 14.18. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.67. Intertek Group's value of 13.65 is 78% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Intertek Group ranks #691 out of 903 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Intertek Group has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Intertek Group's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CTAS and CPRT?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Intertek Group ranks #691 out of 903 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Intertek Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.67. Intertek Group's value of 13.65 is 78% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 14.18 vs. the industry median of 7.67, Intertek Group 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 7.67, based on 903 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. Intertek Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.65 is 78% 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 Intertek Group. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.67 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Intertek Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.65, which is near median its own 10-year median of 14.18. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Intertek Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Intertek Group (FRA:IT1) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €60.75, compared to a current price of €68.35 — trading 12.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.65, which is near median its 10-year median of 14.18 and 78% above the Business Services industry median of 7.67. Intertek Group's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 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 Intertek Group (FRA:IT1), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.65 as of Aug. 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 Intertek Group (FRA:IT1) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Intertek Group stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €68.35 is trading 12.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of €60.75.
GuruFocus considers Intertek Group to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for FRA:IT1:
EV-to-EBITDA: 13.65 (near median its 10-year median of 14.18)
GF Value™: €60.75 vs. price of €68.35 (12.5% above fair value)
Industry Position: 78% above the Business Services median (#691 of 903)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:IT1 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Intertek is one of the largest and oldest companies in the testing, inspection, and certification industry. Its primary activities include testing products and materials, inspecting sites/industrial equipment, and certifying products and systems to ensure compliance with global/company standards. Intertek is one of only three TIC companies operating globally across multiple industries. The firm was listed in 2002 following Charterhouse's divestment. It employs over 40,000 people worldwide.
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