Kazakhtelecom JSC (FRA:KZTA) EV-to-EBITDA: 1.74 (As of Sep. 01, 2026) — Near Median

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FRA:KZTA Kazakhtelecom JSC FRA:KZTA
69 GF Score
Price €2.20
GF Value €3.20
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 13 Warning Signs
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What is Kazakhtelecom JSC EV-to-EBITDA?

Kazakhtelecom JSC FRA:KZTA 69 EV-to-EBITDA is 1.74 as of Sep. 01, 2026, which is 9% below its 10-year median of 1.91. GuruFocus rates FRA:KZTA with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of €3.20 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 13 warning signs investors should review. Among 313 Telecommunication Services companies, Kazakhtelecom JSC ranks better than 92.33% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Kazakhtelecom JSC's enterprise value is €1,057.0 Mil. Kazakhtelecom JSC's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €608.9 Mil. Therefore, Kazakhtelecom JSC's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 1.74.

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

FRA:KZTA' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.53   Med: 1.91   Max: 4.56
Current: 2.48

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Kazakhtelecom JSC was 4.56. The lowest was 0.53. And the median was 1.91.

FRA:KZTA's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
92.33% of 313 companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 6.55 vs FRA:KZTA: 2.48

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 (2026-09-01), Kazakhtelecom JSC's stock price is €2.20. Kazakhtelecom JSC's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €1.318. Therefore, Kazakhtelecom JSC's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 1.67.

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


Kazakhtelecom JSC  (FRA:KZTA) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2.20/1.318
=1.67

Kazakhtelecom JSC's share price for today is €2.20.
Kazakhtelecom JSC's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €1.318.

* 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?


Kazakhtelecom JSC EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Kazakhtelecom JSC EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kazakhtelecom JSC'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.

Kazakhtelecom JSC EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Kazakhtelecom JSC Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 1.82 1.11 2.94 4.33 3.28

Kazakhtelecom JSC Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25
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 4.33 1.55 2.26 1.96 3.28

FRA:KZTA vs VZ, TMUS, T: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, Kazakhtelecom JSC'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.


Kazakhtelecom JSC EV-to-EBITDA vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Kazakhtelecom JSC's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


FRA:KZTA
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Kazakhtelecom JSC EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=1056.954/608.856
=1.74

Kazakhtelecom JSC's current Enterprise Value is €1,057.0 Mil.
Kazakhtelecom JSC's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €608.9 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 1.74 mean?
Kazakhtelecom JSC (FRA:KZTA) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 1.74 as of Sep. 01, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Kazakhtelecom JSC. This is near median its historical median of 1.91. Over the past decade, Kazakhtelecom JSC's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 0.53 to 4.56. According to the industry distribution chart, Kazakhtelecom JSC ranks #24 out of 313 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 7.7%.
Is Kazakhtelecom JSC's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Kazakhtelecom JSC's current EV-to-EBITDA of 1.74 is near median its 10-year median of 1.91. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.53 to a high of 4.56. The Telecommunication Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.55. Kazakhtelecom JSC's value of 1.74 is 73.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kazakhtelecom JSC ranks #24 out of 313 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Kazakhtelecom JSC has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kazakhtelecom JSC's EV-to-EBITDA compare to VZ and TMUS?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Kazakhtelecom JSC ranks #24 out of 313 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Kazakhtelecom JSC in the top 8% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.55. Kazakhtelecom JSC's value of 1.74 is 73.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Kazakhtelecom JSC's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 0.53 to 4.56 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.91 vs. the industry median of 6.55, Kazakhtelecom JSC 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 Telecommunication Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Telecommunication Services companies is 6.55, based on 313 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. Kazakhtelecom JSC's current EV-to-EBITDA of 1.74 is 73.4% 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 Kazakhtelecom JSC. For the Telecommunication Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.55 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kazakhtelecom JSC's current EV-to-EBITDA is 1.74, which is near median its own 10-year median of 1.91. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kazakhtelecom JSC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kazakhtelecom JSC (FRA:KZTA) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €3.20, compared to a current price of €2.20 — trading 31.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 1.74, which is near median its 10-year median of 1.91 and 73.4% below the Telecommunication Services industry median of 6.55. Kazakhtelecom JSC's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 13 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 Kazakhtelecom JSC (FRA:KZTA), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 1.74 as of Sep. 01, 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 Kazakhtelecom JSC (FRA:KZTA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kazakhtelecom JSC stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €2.20 is trading 31.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of €3.20. GuruFocus considers Kazakhtelecom JSC to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for FRA:KZTA:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 1.74 (near median its 10-year median of 1.91)
  • GF Value™: €3.20 vs. price of €2.20 (31.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 13 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 73.4% below the Telecommunication Services median (#24 of 313)

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


Kazakhtelecom JSC Business Description

Address 12, Sauran Street, Essil District, Nur-Sultan, KAZ, 010000
Kazakhtelecom JSC is engaged in providing telecommunication services. The company offers fixed line and mobile telecommunication services which include local, long-distance intercity, and international telecommunication services including CIS and non-CIS countries. In addition, it also provides rent of channels, data transfer services, and wireless communication services. The group operating segments include Fixed lines; Mobile telecommunication services in GSM and LTE standards and others. It generates maximum revenue from Mobile telecommunication services in GSM and LTE standards segment.
69GF Score

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