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HCI GroupHCI +2.22%83 EV-to-EBITDA is 3.08 as of Jul. 25, 2026, which is 47% below its 10-year median of 5.82. GuruFocus rates HCI with a GF Score™ of 83/100 and a GF Value™ of $252.47 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 346 Insurance companies, HCI Group ranks better than 87.86% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, HCI Group's enterprise value is $1,425.0 Mil.
HCI Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $462.0 Mil. Therefore, HCI Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 3.08.
The historical rank and industry rank for HCI Group's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
HCI'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -558.18 Med: 5.82 Max: 300.48
Current: 3.08
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of HCI Group was 300.48. The lowest was -558.18. And the median was 5.82.
HCI's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 87.86% of 346
companies
in the Insurance industry
Industry Median: 8.235
vs HCI: 3.08
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.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
HCI Group (NYSE:HCI) 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.
HCI Group's share price for today is $178.83.
HCI Group'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 $22.780.
* 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 HCI 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.
For the Insurance - Property & Casualty subindustry, HCI 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.
HCI Group EV-to-EBITDA vs Insurance Industry
For the Insurance industry and Financial Services sector, HCI Group's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where HCI Group's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
HCI Group's current Enterprise Value is $1,425.0 Mil.
HCI Group'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 $462.0 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.
HCI Group (HCI) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 3.08 as of Jul. 25, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on HCI Group. This is 47% below median its historical median of 5.82. According to the industry distribution chart, HCI Group ranks #42 out of 346 companies in the Insurance industry, placing it in the top 12.1%.
Is HCI Group's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
HCI Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.08 is 47% below median its 10-year median of 5.82. The Insurance industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.24. HCI Group's value of 3.08 is 62.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, HCI Group ranks #42 out of 346 companies in the Insurance industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, HCI Group has a GF Score™ of 83/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HCI Group's EV-to-EBITDA compare to SKWD and SLDE?
According to the Insurance industry distribution chart, HCI Group ranks #42 out of 346 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places HCI Group in the top 12% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.24. HCI Group's value of 3.08 is 62.6% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 5.82 vs. the industry median of 8.24, HCI Group 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 an Insurance company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Insurance companies is 8.24, based on 346 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. HCI Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.08 is 62.6% 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 HCI Group. For the Insurance industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.24 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. HCI Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.08, which is 47% below median its own 10-year median of 5.82. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is HCI Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HCI Group (HCI) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $252.47, compared to a current price of $178.83 — trading 29.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.08, which is 47% below median its 10-year median of 5.82 and 62.6% below the Insurance industry median of 8.24. HCI Group's overall GF Score™ is 83/100 with 2 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 HCI Group (HCI), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.08 as of Jul. 25, 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 HCI Group (HCI) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HCI Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $178.83 is trading 29.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $252.47.
GuruFocus considers HCI Group to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for HCI:
EV-to-EBITDA: 3.08 (47% below median its 10-year median of 5.82)
GF Value™: $252.47 vs. price of $178.83 (29.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 62.6% below the Insurance median (#42 of 346)
No single metric tells the full story. See the HCI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
HCI Group Inc is engaged in the property and casualty insurance business through two Florida domiciled insurance companies, Homeowners Choice Property & Casualty Insurance Company (HCPCI) and TypTap Insurance Company (TypTap). Both HCPCI and TypTap are authorized to underwrite various homeowners' property and casualty insurance products and allied lines business in the state of Florida and other states. The operating segments of the group are insurance operations, TypTap Group, reciprocal exchange operations, real estate operations, and corporate and other. It derives key revenue from the HCPCI Insurance operation segment.
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