ImaxIMAX -0.60%72 EV-to-EBITDA is 18.51 as of Jul. 09, 2026, which is 28% above its 10-year median of 14.47. GuruFocus rates IMAX with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of $26.86 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 744 Media - Diversified companies, Imax ranks worse than 79.03% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Imax's enterprise value is $2,343.2 Mil.
Imax's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $126.6 Mil. Therefore, Imax's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 18.51.
The historical rank and industry rank for Imax's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
IMAX'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -49.51 Med: 14.47 Max: 427.73
Current: 18.51
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Imax was 427.73. The lowest was -49.51. And the median was 14.47.
IMAX's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 79.03% of 744
companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 7.325
vs IMAX: 18.51
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 (2026-07-09), Imax's stock price is $38.27.
Imax's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.660. Therefore, Imax's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 57.98.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Imax (NYSE:IMAX) 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.
Imax's share price for today is $38.27.
Imax'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 $0.660.
* 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 Imax'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 Entertainment subindustry, Imax'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.
Imax EV-to-EBITDA vs Media - Diversified Industry
For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Imax's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Imax's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Imax's current Enterprise Value is $2,343.2 Mil.
Imax'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 $126.6 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.
Imax (IMAX) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 18.51 as of Jul. 09, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Imax. This is 28% above median its historical median of 14.47. According to the industry distribution chart, Imax ranks #588 out of 744 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 79%.
Is Imax's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Imax's current EV-to-EBITDA of 18.51 is 28% above median its 10-year median of 14.47. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.33. Imax's value of 18.51 is 152.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Imax ranks #588 out of 744 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Imax has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Imax's EV-to-EBITDA compare to AMC and BATRA?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Imax ranks #588 out of 744 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Imax in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.33. Imax's value of 18.51 is 152.7% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 14.47 vs. the industry median of 7.33, Imax 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Media - Diversified companies is 7.33, based on 744 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. Imax's current EV-to-EBITDA of 18.51 is 152.7% 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 Imax. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.33 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Imax's current EV-to-EBITDA is 18.51, which is 28% above median its own 10-year median of 14.47. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Imax stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Imax (IMAX) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $26.86, compared to a current price of $38.27 — trading 42.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 18.51, which is 28% above median its 10-year median of 14.47 and 152.7% above the Media - Diversified industry median of 7.33. Imax's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 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 Imax (IMAX), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 18.51 as of Jul. 09, 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 Imax (IMAX) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Imax stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $38.27 is trading 42.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $26.86.
GuruFocus considers Imax to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for IMAX:
EV-to-EBITDA: 18.51 (28% above median its 10-year median of 14.47)
GF Value™: $26.86 vs. price of $38.27 (42.5% above fair value)
Industry Position: 152.7% above the Media - Diversified median (#588 of 744)
No single metric tells the full story. See the IMAX stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Imax Corp is a technology platform for entertainment and events. Through its proprietary software, auditorium architecture, patented intellectual property, and specialized equipment, IMAX offers end-to-end solution to create superior, immersive content experiences for which the IMAX brand is globally renowned. The Company has two reportable segments being Content Solutions and Technology Products and Services. The Company leverages its proprietary technology and engineering in all aspects of its business, which principally consists of the IMAX film remastering and the sale or lease of premium IMAX theater systems.
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