JDDSF (JD Sports Fashion) EV-to-EBITDA: 4.29 (As of Jul. 30, 2026) — 53% Below Median

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JDDSF JD Sports Fashion PLC JDDSF
74 GF Score
Price $1.06
GF Value $1.90
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is JD Sports Fashion EV-to-EBITDA?

JD Sports Fashion JDDSF 74 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.29 as of Jul. 30, 2026, which is 53% below its 10-year median of 9.05. GuruFocus rates JDDSF with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.90 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 948 Retail - Cyclical companies, JD Sports Fashion ranks better than 82.07% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, JD Sports Fashion's enterprise value is $10,380 Mil. JD Sports Fashion's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was $2,417 Mil. Therefore, JD Sports Fashion's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.29.

The historical rank and industry rank for JD Sports Fashion's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

JDDSF' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.76   Med: 9.05   Max: 18.3
Current: 4.21

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of JD Sports Fashion was 18.30. The lowest was 3.76. And the median was 9.05.

JDDSF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
82.07% of 948 companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 9.04 vs JDDSF: 4.21

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 (2026-07-30), JD Sports Fashion's stock price is $1.06. JD Sports Fashion's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was $0.116. Therefore, JD Sports Fashion's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 9.14.

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


JD Sports Fashion  (OTCPK:JDDSF) 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.

JD Sports Fashion's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.06/0.116
=9.14

JD Sports Fashion's share price for today is $1.06.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. JD Sports Fashion's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was $0.116.

* 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?


JD Sports Fashion EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


JD Sports Fashion EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for JD Sports Fashion'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.

JD Sports Fashion EV-to-EBITDA Chart

JD Sports Fashion Annual Data
Trend Jan17 Jan18 Jan19 Jan20 Jan21 Jan22 Jan23 Jan24 Jan25 Jan26
EV-to-EBITDA
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JD Sports Fashion Semi-Annual Data
Jul16 Jan17 Jul17 Jan18 Jul18 Jan19 Jul19 Jan20 Jul20 Jan21 Jul21 Jan22 Jul22 Jan23 Jul23 Jan24 Jul24 Jan25 Jul25 Jan26
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JDDSF vs TJX, ROST, BURL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Apparel Retail subindustry, JD Sports Fashion'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.


JD Sports Fashion EV-to-EBITDA vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, JD Sports Fashion's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where JD Sports Fashion's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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JD Sports Fashion EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

JD Sports Fashion's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=10380.413/2416.929
=4.29

JD Sports Fashion's current Enterprise Value is $10,380 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. JD Sports Fashion's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was $2,417 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 4.29 mean?
JD Sports Fashion (JDDSF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.29 as of Jul. 30, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on JD Sports Fashion. This is 53% below median its historical median of 9.05. Over the past decade, JD Sports Fashion's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.76 to 18.30. According to the industry distribution chart, JD Sports Fashion ranks #170 out of 948 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 17.9%.
Is JD Sports Fashion's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
JD Sports Fashion's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.29 is 53% below median its 10-year median of 9.05. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.76 to a high of 18.30. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.04. JD Sports Fashion's value of 4.29 is 52.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, JD Sports Fashion ranks #170 out of 948 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, JD Sports Fashion has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does JD Sports Fashion's EV-to-EBITDA compare to TJX and ROST?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, JD Sports Fashion ranks #170 out of 948 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places JD Sports Fashion in the top 18% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.04. JD Sports Fashion's value of 4.29 is 52.5% below this benchmark. Historically, JD Sports Fashion's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.76 to 18.30 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.05 vs. the industry median of 9.04, JD Sports Fashion 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Retail - Cyclical companies is 9.04, based on 948 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. JD Sports Fashion's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.29 is 52.5% 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 JD Sports Fashion. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.04 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. JD Sports Fashion's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.29, which is 53% below median its own 10-year median of 9.05. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is JD Sports Fashion stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, JD Sports Fashion (JDDSF) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.90, compared to a current price of $1.06 — trading 44.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.29, which is 53% below median its 10-year median of 9.05 and 52.5% below the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 9.04. JD Sports Fashion's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 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 JD Sports Fashion (JDDSF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.29 as of Jul. 30, 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 JD Sports Fashion (JDDSF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, JD Sports Fashion stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $1.06 is trading 44.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $1.90. GuruFocus considers JD Sports Fashion to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for JDDSF:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 4.29 (53% below median its 10-year median of 9.05)
  • GF Value™: $1.90 vs. price of $1.06 (44.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 52.5% below the Retail - Cyclical median (#170 of 948)

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


JD Sports Fashion Business Description

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JD Sports Fashion PLC is a U.K. retailer of branded sportswear and fashionwear. The company has stores in the United Kingdom, mainland Europe, and outside Europe. The offering includes international brands, such as Adidas, Nike, and The North Face, and own-brand labels, such as McKenzie, Carbrini, Supply & Demand, and The Duffer of St George. The store network consists of various shops: Size?, Footpatrol, Chausport, Sprinter, Scotts, Tessuti, Cloggs, Mainline, and Ultimate Outdoors, among others. Stores are specialized: Footpatrol is a sneaker provider; Size? offers footwear, apparel, and accessories; and Chausport operates throughout France selling international footwear brands, such as Nike.
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