IPA Investment Group JSC (HSTC:IPA) EV-to-EBITDA: 5.97 (As of Jul. 27, 2026) — 42% Below Median

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HSTC:IPA IPA Investment Group JSC HSTC:IPA
85 GF Score
Price ₫14,400.00
GF Value ₫23,416.83
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is IPA Investment Group JSC EV-to-EBITDA?

IPA Investment Group JSC HSTC:IPA -2.70% 85 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.97 as of Jul. 27, 2026, which is 42% below its 10-year median of 10.31. GuruFocus rates HSTC:IPA with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of ₫23,416.83 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 515 Capital Markets companies, IPA Investment Group JSC ranks better than 66.6% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, IPA Investment Group JSC's enterprise value is ₫6,641,300 Mil. IPA Investment Group JSC's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₫1,112,337 Mil. Therefore, IPA Investment Group JSC's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.97.

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

HSTC:IPA' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.6   Med: 10.31   Max: 67.02
Current: 5.97

During the past 8 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of IPA Investment Group JSC was 67.02. The lowest was 2.60. And the median was 10.31.

HSTC:IPA's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
66.6% of 515 companies
in the Capital Markets industry
Industry Median: 9.48 vs HSTC:IPA: 5.97

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 (2026-07-27), IPA Investment Group JSC's stock price is ₫14400.00. IPA Investment Group JSC's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₫2577.000. Therefore, IPA Investment Group JSC's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 5.59.

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


IPA Investment Group JSC  (HSTC:IPA) 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.

IPA Investment Group JSC's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=14400.00/2577.000
=5.59

IPA Investment Group JSC's share price for today is ₫14400.00.
IPA Investment Group JSC'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 ₫2577.000.

* 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?


IPA Investment Group JSC EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


IPA Investment Group JSC EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for IPA Investment Group 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.

IPA Investment Group JSC EV-to-EBITDA Chart

IPA Investment Group JSC Annual Data
Trend Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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IPA Investment Group JSC Quarterly Data
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HSTC:IPA vs MS, GS, SCHW: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Capital Markets subindustry, IPA Investment Group 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.


IPA Investment Group JSC EV-to-EBITDA vs Capital Markets Industry

For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, IPA Investment Group JSC's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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IPA Investment Group JSC EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

IPA Investment Group JSC's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=6641299.658/1112337.161
=5.97

IPA Investment Group JSC's current Enterprise Value is ₫6,641,300 Mil.
IPA Investment Group JSC'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 ₫1,112,337 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 5.97 mean?
IPA Investment Group JSC (HSTC:IPA) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.97 as of Jul. 27, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on IPA Investment Group JSC. This is 42% below median its historical median of 10.31. Over the past decade, IPA Investment Group JSC's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.60 to 67.02. According to the industry distribution chart, IPA Investment Group JSC ranks #172 out of 515 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 33.4%.
Is IPA Investment Group JSC's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
IPA Investment Group JSC's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.97 is 42% below median its 10-year median of 10.31. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.60 to a high of 67.02. The Capital Markets industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.48. IPA Investment Group JSC's value of 5.97 is 37% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, IPA Investment Group JSC ranks #172 out of 515 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, IPA Investment Group JSC has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does IPA Investment Group JSC's EV-to-EBITDA compare to MS and GS?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, IPA Investment Group JSC ranks #172 out of 515 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts IPA Investment Group JSC in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.48. IPA Investment Group JSC's value of 5.97 is 37% below this benchmark. Historically, IPA Investment Group JSC's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.60 to 67.02 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.31 vs. the industry median of 9.48, IPA Investment Group 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 Capital Markets company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Capital Markets companies is 9.48, based on 515 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. IPA Investment Group JSC's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.97 is 37% 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 IPA Investment Group JSC. For the Capital Markets industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.48 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. IPA Investment Group JSC's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.97, which is 42% below median its own 10-year median of 10.31. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is IPA Investment Group JSC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IPA Investment Group JSC (HSTC:IPA) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is ₫23,416.83, compared to a current price of ₫14,400.00 — trading 38.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.97, which is 42% below median its 10-year median of 10.31 and 37% below the Capital Markets industry median of 9.48. IPA Investment Group JSC's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 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 IPA Investment Group JSC (HSTC:IPA), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.97 as of Jul. 27, 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 IPA Investment Group JSC (HSTC:IPA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IPA Investment Group JSC stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₫14,400.00 is trading 38.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₫23,416.83. GuruFocus considers IPA Investment Group JSC to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for HSTC:IPA:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 5.97 (42% below median its 10-year median of 10.31)
  • GF Value™: ₫23,416.83 vs. price of ₫14,400.00 (38.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 37% below the Capital Markets median (#172 of 515)

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


IPA Investment Group JSC Business Description

Address Nguyen Thuong Hien, No. 1, Hai Ba Trung Ward, Hanoi, VNM
IPA Investment Group JSC is a multi-sector investment group building and operating a business ecosystem under the Capability Bank model. It operates diversified business lines directly and/or through subsidiaries, associated companies, and enterprises within the IPA Group ecosystem in Vietnam. The Group's operating business segments are: Financial Services, Investment, Commercial electricity production, Business solutions, F&B, and Others: other services, real estate, goods, etc. The majority of its revenue is derived from its Business solutions and Commercial electricity production segments. These segments offer technology and digital solutions to businesses and engage in construction investment, power facilities development, and the trading of commercial electricity.
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