Blu Label Unlimited Group (JSE:BLU) EV-to-EBITDA: -3.55 (As of Sep. 12, 2026)

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JSE:BLU Blu Label Unlimited Group Ltd JSE:BLU
42 GF Score
Price R8.80
GF Value R4.97
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Blu Label Unlimited Group EV-to-EBITDA?

Blu Label Unlimited Group JSE:BLU +2.68% 42 EV-to-EBITDA is -3.55 as of Sep. 12, 2026. GuruFocus rates JSE:BLU with a GF Score™ of 42/100 and a GF Value™ of R4.97 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 314 Telecommunication Services companies, Blu Label Unlimited Group ranks worse than 318471.02% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Blu Label Unlimited Group's enterprise value is R11,831 Mil. Blu Label Unlimited Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was R-3,333 Mil. Therefore, Blu Label Unlimited Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is -3.55.

The historical rank and industry rank for Blu Label Unlimited Group's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

JSE:BLU' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.55   Med: 3.38   Max: 10.87
Current: -3.55

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Blu Label Unlimited Group was 10.87. The lowest was -3.55. And the median was 3.38.

JSE:BLU's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
100% of 314 companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 6.505 vs JSE:BLU: -3.55

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 (2026-09-12), Blu Label Unlimited Group's stock price is R8.80. Blu Label Unlimited Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was R-5.398. Therefore, Blu Label Unlimited Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.

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


Blu Label Unlimited Group  (JSE:BLU) 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.

Blu Label Unlimited Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=8.80/-5.398
=At Loss

Blu Label Unlimited Group's share price for today is R8.80.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Blu Label Unlimited Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was R-5.398.

* 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?


Blu Label Unlimited Group EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Blu Label Unlimited Group EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Blu Label Unlimited 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.

Blu Label Unlimited Group EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Blu Label Unlimited Group Annual Data
Trend May17 May18 May19 May20 May21 May22 May23 May24 May25 May26
EV-to-EBITDA
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Blu Label Unlimited Group Semi-Annual Data
Nov16 May17 Nov17 May18 Nov18 May19 Nov19 May20 Nov20 May21 Nov21 May22 Nov22 May23 Nov23 May24 Nov24 May25 Nov25 May26
EV-to-EBITDA Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 2.96 0.00 3.63 0.00 -3.66

JSE:BLU vs VZ, TMUS, T: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, Blu Label Unlimited 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.


Blu Label Unlimited Group EV-to-EBITDA vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Blu Label Unlimited Group's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Blu Label Unlimited Group's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Blu Label Unlimited Group EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Blu Label Unlimited Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=11830.894/-3332.626
=-3.55

Blu Label Unlimited Group's current Enterprise Value is R11,831 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Blu Label Unlimited Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was R-3,333 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 -3.55 mean?
Blu Label Unlimited Group (JSE:BLU) has a EV-to-EBITDA of -3.55 as of Sep. 12, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Blu Label Unlimited Group. According to the industry distribution chart, Blu Label Unlimited Group ranks #999999 out of 314 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry.
Is Blu Label Unlimited Group's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Blu Label Unlimited Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is -3.55. Based on the distribution chart, Blu Label Unlimited Group ranks #999999 out of 314 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Blu Label Unlimited Group has a GF Score™ of 42/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Blu Label Unlimited Group's EV-to-EBITDA compare to VZ and TMUS?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Blu Label Unlimited Group ranks #999999 out of 314 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Blu Label Unlimited Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.51. 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 Telecommunication Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Telecommunication Services companies is 6.51, based on 314 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. 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 Blu Label Unlimited Group. For the Telecommunication Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.51 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Blu Label Unlimited Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is -3.55. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Blu Label Unlimited Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Blu Label Unlimited Group (JSE:BLU) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R4.97, compared to a current price of R8.80 — trading 77.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is -3.55. Blu Label Unlimited Group's overall GF Score™ is 42/100 with 8 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 Blu Label Unlimited Group (JSE:BLU), the current EV-to-EBITDA is -3.55 as of Sep. 12, 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 Blu Label Unlimited Group (JSE:BLU) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Blu Label Unlimited Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of R8.80 is trading 77.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of R4.97. GuruFocus considers Blu Label Unlimited Group to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for JSE:BLU:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: -3.55
  • GF Value™: R4.97 vs. price of R8.80 (77.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 42/100 with 8 warning signs

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


Blu Label Unlimited Group Business Description

Address 75 Grayston Drive, Corner Benmore Road, Morningside Extension 5, Sandton, Johannesburg, GT, ZAF, 2196
Blu Label Unlimited Group Ltd's business is the virtual distribution of secure electronic tokens of value and transactional services across an international footprint of touch points. It is a digital distribution company specializing in prepaid products and the electronic distribution of virtual merchandise and value-added services. Products and services include airtime, electricity, UNIPIN, vouchers, tickets, airtime-CHAT 4 CHANGE, starter packs, contracts, direct top-up, money transfer, RICA, water, mobile devices, and accessories. The company segments include Africa Distribution and Corporate.
42GF Score

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