Sabvest Capital (JSE:SBP) EV-to-EBITDA: 4.80 (As of Aug. 23, 2026) — Near Median

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JSE:SBP Sabvest Capital Ltd JSE:SBP
92 GF Score
Price R146.15
GF Value R125.60
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Sabvest Capital EV-to-EBITDA?

Sabvest Capital JSE:SBP 92 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.80 as of Aug. 23, 2026, which is 7% above its 10-year median of 4.50. GuruFocus rates JSE:SBP with a GF Score™ of 92/100 and a GF Value™ of R125.60 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 513 Asset Management companies, Sabvest Capital ranks better than 70.57% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Sabvest Capital's enterprise value is R5,495.2 Mil. Sabvest Capital's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R1,145.5 Mil. Therefore, Sabvest Capital's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.80.

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

JSE:SBP' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.07   Med: 4.5   Max: 58.07
Current: 4.8

During the past 10 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Sabvest Capital was 58.07. The lowest was 3.07. And the median was 4.50.

JSE:SBP's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
70.57% of 513 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 8.65 vs JSE:SBP: 4.80

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 (2026-08-23), Sabvest Capital's stock price is R146.15. Sabvest Capital's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R29.673. Therefore, Sabvest Capital's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 4.93.

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


Sabvest Capital  (JSE:SBP) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=146.15/29.673
=4.93

Sabvest Capital's share price for today is R146.15.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sabvest Capital's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R29.673.

* 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?


Sabvest Capital EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Sabvest Capital EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sabvest Capital'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.

Sabvest Capital EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Sabvest Capital Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 3.20 4.65 47.15 3.69 4.04

Sabvest Capital Semi-Annual Data
Dec16 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
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 47.15 0.00 3.69 0.00 4.04

JSE:SBP vs BLK, BX, KKR: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Sabvest Capital'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.


Sabvest Capital EV-to-EBITDA vs Asset Management Industry

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

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


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Sabvest Capital EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=5495.216/1145.548
=4.80

Sabvest Capital's current Enterprise Value is R5,495.2 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sabvest Capital's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R1,145.5 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 4.80 mean?
Sabvest Capital (JSE:SBP) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.80 as of Aug. 23, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Sabvest Capital. This is near median its historical median of 4.50. Over the past decade, Sabvest Capital's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.07 to 58.07. According to the industry distribution chart, Sabvest Capital ranks #151 out of 513 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 29.4%.
Is Sabvest Capital's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Sabvest Capital's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.80 is near median its 10-year median of 4.50. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.07 to a high of 58.07. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.65. Sabvest Capital's value of 4.80 is 44.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sabvest Capital ranks #151 out of 513 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Sabvest Capital has a GF Score™ of 92/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sabvest Capital's EV-to-EBITDA compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Sabvest Capital ranks #151 out of 513 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Sabvest Capital in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.65. Sabvest Capital's value of 4.80 is 44.5% below this benchmark. Historically, Sabvest Capital's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.07 to 58.07 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.50 vs. the industry median of 8.65, Sabvest Capital 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 8.65, 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. Sabvest Capital's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.80 is 44.5% 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 Sabvest Capital. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.65 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sabvest Capital's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.80, which is near median its own 10-year median of 4.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sabvest Capital stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sabvest Capital (JSE:SBP) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R125.60, compared to a current price of R146.15 — trading 16.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.80, which is near median its 10-year median of 4.50 and 44.5% below the Asset Management industry median of 8.65. Sabvest Capital's overall GF Score™ is 92/100 with 6 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 Sabvest Capital (JSE:SBP), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.80 as of Aug. 23, 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 Sabvest Capital (JSE:SBP) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sabvest Capital stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of R146.15 is trading 16.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of R125.60. GuruFocus considers Sabvest Capital to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for JSE:SBP:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 4.80 (near median its 10-year median of 4.50)
  • GF Value™: R125.60 vs. price of R146.15 (16.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 92/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 44.5% below the Asset Management median (#151 of 513)

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


Sabvest Capital Business Description

Address 39 Rivonia Road, Ground Floor, 4 Commerce Square, Sandhurst, Sandton, ZAF, 2196
Sabvest Capital Ltd is an investment company that focuses on industrial and service businesses.
92GF Score

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R146.15
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R125.60
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