Tele Columbus AG (HAM:TC1) EV-to-EBITDA: 11.70 (As of Aug. 18, 2026) — 13% Above Median

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HAM:TC1 Tele Columbus AG HAM:TC1
33 GF Score
Price €0.47
GF Value €0.31
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Tele Columbus AG EV-to-EBITDA?

Tele Columbus AG HAM:TC1 -2.08% 33 EV-to-EBITDA is 11.70 as of Aug. 18, 2026, which is 13% above its 10-year median of 10.35. GuruFocus rates HAM:TC1 with a GF Score™ of 33/100 and a GF Value™ of €0.31 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 315 Telecommunication Services companies, Tele Columbus AG ranks worse than 74.6% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Tele Columbus AG's enterprise value is €1,862.3 Mil. Tele Columbus AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €159.2 Mil. Therefore, Tele Columbus AG's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 11.70.

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

HAM:TC1' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.53   Med: 10.35   Max: 22.27
Current: 11.69

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Tele Columbus AG was 22.27. The lowest was 7.53. And the median was 10.35.

HAM:TC1's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
74.6% of 315 companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 6.84 vs HAM:TC1: 11.69

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 (2026-08-18), Tele Columbus AG's stock price is €0.47. Tele Columbus AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €-2.460. Therefore, Tele Columbus AG'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).


Tele Columbus AG  (HAM:TC1) 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.

Tele Columbus AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.47/-2.460
=At Loss

Tele Columbus AG's share price for today is €0.47.
Tele Columbus AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €-2.460.

* 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?


Tele Columbus AG EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Tele Columbus AG EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Tele Columbus AG'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.

Tele Columbus AG EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Tele Columbus AG Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Tele Columbus AG Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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HAM:TC1 vs VZ, TMUS, T: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, Tele Columbus AG'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.


Tele Columbus AG EV-to-EBITDA vs Telecommunication Services Industry

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

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


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Tele Columbus AG EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Tele Columbus AG's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=1862.254/159.217
=11.70

Tele Columbus AG's current Enterprise Value is €1,862.3 Mil.
Tele Columbus AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €159.2 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 11.70 mean?
Tele Columbus AG (HAM:TC1) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 11.70 as of Aug. 18, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Tele Columbus AG. This is 13% above median its historical median of 10.35. Over the past decade, Tele Columbus AG's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.53 to 22.27. According to the industry distribution chart, Tele Columbus AG ranks #235 out of 315 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 74.6%.
Is Tele Columbus AG's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Tele Columbus AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 11.70 is 13% above median its 10-year median of 10.35. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.53 to a high of 22.27. The Telecommunication Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.84. Tele Columbus AG's value of 11.70 is 71.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Tele Columbus AG ranks #235 out of 315 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Tele Columbus AG has a GF Score™ of 33/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Tele Columbus AG's EV-to-EBITDA compare to VZ and TMUS?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Tele Columbus AG ranks #235 out of 315 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Tele Columbus AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.84. Tele Columbus AG's value of 11.70 is 71.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Tele Columbus AG's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.53 to 22.27 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.35 vs. the industry median of 6.84, Tele Columbus AG 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 Telecommunication Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Telecommunication Services companies is 6.84, based on 315 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. Tele Columbus AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 11.70 is 71.1% 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 Tele Columbus AG. For the Telecommunication Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.84 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Tele Columbus AG's current EV-to-EBITDA is 11.70, which is 13% above 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 Tele Columbus AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tele Columbus AG (HAM:TC1) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €0.31, compared to a current price of €0.47 — trading 51.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 11.70, which is 13% above median its 10-year median of 10.35 and 71.1% above the Telecommunication Services industry median of 6.84. Tele Columbus AG's overall GF Score™ is 33/100 with 7 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 Tele Columbus AG (HAM:TC1), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 11.70 as of Aug. 18, 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 Tele Columbus AG (HAM:TC1) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tele Columbus AG stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €0.47 is trading 51.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of €0.31. GuruFocus considers Tele Columbus AG to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for HAM:TC1:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 11.70 (13% above median its 10-year median of 10.35)
  • GF Value™: €0.31 vs. price of €0.47 (51.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 33/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 71.1% above the Telecommunication Services median (#235 of 315)

No single metric tells the full story. See the HAM:TC1 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Tele Columbus AG Business Description

Address Kaiserin-Augusta-Allee 108, Berlin, DEU, 10553
Tele Columbus AG is a triple-play telecommunications company. It derives revenue from TV, the Internet, cellphone, and voice services. The group operates through two main segments: TV and Internet, and telephony. The company's TV segment offers cable TV services to customers. The majority of revenue stems from this segment. Internet and telephony derive revenue from the provision of broadband Internet access as well as fixed-line and mobile telephony services to customers. The company is an owner of telecommunications infrastructure. The company generates the vast majority of its revenue in Germany.
33GF Score

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