EPE Capital Partners (JSE:EPE) EV-to-EBITDA: 2.17 (As of Aug. 30, 2026) — 32% Below Median

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JSE:EPE EPE Capital Partners Ltd JSE:EPE
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Price R4.64
GF Value R6.20
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is EPE Capital Partners EV-to-EBITDA?

EPE Capital Partners JSE:EPE -1.49% 60 EV-to-EBITDA is 2.17 as of Aug. 30, 2026, which is 32% below its 10-year median of 3.20. GuruFocus rates JSE:EPE with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of R6.20 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 513 Asset Management companies, EPE Capital Partners ranks better than 83.24% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, EPE Capital Partners's enterprise value is R426.6 Mil. EPE Capital Partners's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R196.6 Mil. Therefore, EPE Capital Partners's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 2.17.

The historical rank and industry rank for EPE Capital Partners's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

JSE:EPE' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -7.37   Med: 3.2   Max: 67.83
Current: 2.17

During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of EPE Capital Partners was 67.83. The lowest was -7.37. And the median was 3.20.

JSE:EPE's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
83.24% of 513 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 8.49 vs JSE:EPE: 2.17

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 (2026-08-30), EPE Capital Partners's stock price is R4.64. EPE Capital Partners's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R0.740. Therefore, EPE Capital Partners's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 6.27.

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


EPE Capital Partners  (JSE:EPE) 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.

EPE Capital Partners's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=4.64/0.740
=6.27

EPE Capital Partners's share price for today is R4.64.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. EPE Capital Partners's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R0.740.

* 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?


EPE Capital Partners EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


EPE Capital Partners EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for EPE Capital Partners'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.

EPE Capital Partners EV-to-EBITDA Chart

EPE Capital Partners Annual Data
Trend Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-EBITDA
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EPE Capital Partners Semi-Annual Data
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JSE:EPE vs BLK, BX, KKR: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, EPE Capital Partners'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.


EPE Capital Partners EV-to-EBITDA vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, EPE Capital Partners's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where EPE Capital Partners's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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EPE Capital Partners EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

EPE Capital Partners's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=426.600/196.628
=2.17

EPE Capital Partners's current Enterprise Value is R426.6 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. EPE Capital Partners's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R196.6 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 2.17 mean?
EPE Capital Partners (JSE:EPE) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 2.17 as of Aug. 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 EPE Capital Partners. This is 32% below median its historical median of 3.20. According to the industry distribution chart, EPE Capital Partners ranks #86 out of 513 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 16.8%.
Is EPE Capital Partners' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
EPE Capital Partners' current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.17 is 32% below median its 10-year median of 3.20. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.49. EPE Capital Partners' value of 2.17 is 74.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, EPE Capital Partners ranks #86 out of 513 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, EPE Capital Partners has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does EPE Capital Partners' EV-to-EBITDA compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, EPE Capital Partners ranks #86 out of 513 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places EPE Capital Partners in the top 17% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.49. EPE Capital Partners' value of 2.17 is 74.4% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 3.20 vs. the industry median of 8.49, EPE Capital Partners 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 an Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Asset Management companies is 8.49, based on 513 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. EPE Capital Partners's current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.17 is 74.4% 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 EPE Capital Partners. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.49 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. EPE Capital Partners's current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.17, which is 32% below median its own 10-year median of 3.20. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is EPE Capital Partners stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, EPE Capital Partners (JSE:EPE) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R6.20, compared to a current price of R4.64 — trading 25.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.17, which is 32% below median its 10-year median of 3.20 and 74.4% below the Asset Management industry median of 8.49. EPE Capital Partners' overall GF Score™ is 60/100 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 EPE Capital Partners (JSE:EPE), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.17 as of Aug. 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 EPE Capital Partners (JSE:EPE) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, EPE Capital Partners stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R4.64 is trading 25.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of R6.20. GuruFocus considers EPE Capital Partners to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for JSE:EPE:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 2.17 (32% below median its 10-year median of 3.20)
  • GF Value™: R6.20 vs. price of R4.64 (25.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 60/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 74.4% below the Asset Management median (#86 of 513)

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


EPE Capital Partners Business Description

Address C/o Ocorian Corporate Services (Mauritius) Limited, Wall Street, Level 6, Tower A, 1 Exchange Square, Ebene, MUS
EPE Capital Partners Ltd is an investment holding company that provides shareholders with long-term capital appreciation through investments in a diversified portfolio of unlisted private equity-type assets. The company invests predominantly in South Africa and the broader Sub-Saharan Africa region by participating in funds or co-investments managed by Ethos Private Equity. Its portfolio spans various sectors with a focus on private equity investments. EPE generates revenue through returns on these investments, relying on asset value growth and income from its portfolio companies.
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