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The Hackett GroupHCKT -7.12%56 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.31 as of Jul. 22, 2026, which is 36% below its 10-year median of 14.57. GuruFocus rates HCKT with a GF Score™ of 56/100 and a GF Value™ of $24.38 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,959 Software companies, The Hackett Group ranks better than 52.37% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, The Hackett Group's enterprise value is $312.6 Mil.
The Hackett Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $33.6 Mil. Therefore, The Hackett Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.31.
The historical rank and industry rank for The Hackett Group's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
HCKT'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.67 Med: 14.57 Max: 40.05
Current: 9.31
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of The Hackett Group was 40.05. The lowest was 8.67. And the median was 14.57.
HCKT's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 52.37% of 1959
companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 10.46
vs HCKT: 9.31
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).
The Hackett Group (NAS:HCKT) 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.
The Hackett Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
The Hackett Group's share price for today is $9.43.
The Hackett 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 $0.530.
* 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 The Hackett 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 Information Technology Services subindustry, The Hackett 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.
The Hackett Group EV-to-EBITDA vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, The Hackett Group's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where The Hackett Group's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
The Hackett Group's current Enterprise Value is $312.6 Mil.
The Hackett 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 $33.6 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.
The Hackett Group (HCKT) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.31 as of Jul. 22, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on The Hackett Group. This is 36% below median its historical median of 14.57. Over the past decade, The Hackett Group's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.67 to 40.05. According to the industry distribution chart, The Hackett Group ranks #933 out of 1959 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 47.6%.
Is The Hackett Group's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
The Hackett Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.31 is 36% below median its 10-year median of 14.57. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.67 to a high of 40.05. The Software industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.46. The Hackett Group's value of 9.31 is 11% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, The Hackett Group ranks #933 out of 1959 companies in the Software industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, The Hackett Group has a GF Score™ of 56/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Hackett Group's EV-to-EBITDA compare to TTGT and UIS?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, The Hackett Group ranks #933 out of 1959 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts The Hackett Group in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.46. The Hackett Group's value of 9.31 is 11% below this benchmark. Historically, The Hackett Group's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.67 to 40.05 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 14.57 vs. the industry median of 10.46, The Hackett 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 a Software company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Software companies is 10.46, based on 1,959 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. The Hackett Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.31 is 11% 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 The Hackett Group. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.46 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. The Hackett Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.31, which is 36% below median its own 10-year median of 14.57. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is The Hackett Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Hackett Group (HCKT) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $24.38, compared to a current price of $9.43 — trading 61.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.31, which is 36% below median its 10-year median of 14.57 and 11% below the Software industry median of 10.46. The Hackett Group's overall GF Score™ is 56/100 with 3 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 The Hackett Group (HCKT), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.31 as of Jul. 22, 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 The Hackett Group (HCKT) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Hackett Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $9.43 is trading 61.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $24.38.
GuruFocus considers The Hackett Group to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for HCKT:
EV-to-EBITDA: 9.31 (36% below median its 10-year median of 14.57)
GF Value™: $24.38 vs. price of $9.43 (61.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 11% below the Software median (#933 of 1959)
No single metric tells the full story. See the HCKT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
The Hackett Group Inc is an IP platform-based Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) strategic consulting and executive advisory digital transformation firm. The Hackett Group provides dedicated expertise in Gen AI-enabled enterprise transformation services across the front, mid and back office areas, including its highly recognized Oracle, SAP, OneStream and Coupa implementation offerings. It operates in three segments Oracle Solutions, SAP Solutions, and Global S&BT. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Global S&BT segment in the United States.
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