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What is Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC EV-to-EBITDA?
Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCCKUW:GFC 7 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.12 as of Sep. 07, 2026, which is 31% above its 10-year median of 5.45. GuruFocus rates KUW:GFC with a GF Score™ of 7/100 and a GF Value™ of KWD0.33 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 910 Business Services companies, Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC ranks better than 52.64% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's enterprise value is KWD35.66 Mil.
Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was KWD5.01 Mil. Therefore, Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.12.
The historical rank and industry rank for Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
KUW:GFC'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -66.45 Med: 5.45 Max: 1692.84
Current: 7.12
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC was 1692.84. The lowest was -66.45. And the median was 5.45.
KUW:GFC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 52.64% of 910
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.465
vs KUW:GFC: 7.12
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.
Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC (KUW:GFC) 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.
Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's share price for today is KWD0.37.
Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was KWD0.053.
* 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).
* 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.
Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC EV-to-EBITDA Chart
KUW:GFC vs CTAS, CPRT, GPN: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC'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.
Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC EV-to-EBITDA vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's current Enterprise Value is KWD35.66 Mil.
Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was KWD5.01 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.
Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC (KUW:GFC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.12 as of Sep. 07, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC. This is 31% above median its historical median of 5.45. According to the industry distribution chart, Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC ranks #431 out of 910 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 47.4%.
Is Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.12 is 31% above median its 10-year median of 5.45. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.47. Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's value of 7.12 is 4.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC ranks #431 out of 910 companies in the Business Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC has a GF Score™ of 7/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CTAS and CPRT?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC ranks #431 out of 910 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.47. Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's value of 7.12 is 4.6% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 5.45 vs. the industry median of 7.47, Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Business Services companies is 7.47, based on 910 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. Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.12 is 4.6% 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 Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.47 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.12, which is 31% above median its own 10-year median of 5.45. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC (KUW:GFC) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is KWD0.33, compared to a current price of KWD0.37 — trading 12.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.12, which is 31% above median its 10-year median of 5.45 and 4.6% below the Business Services industry median of 7.47. Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's overall GF Score™ is 7/100 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 Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC (KUW:GFC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.12 as of Sep. 07, 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 Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC (KUW:GFC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of KWD0.37 is trading 12.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of KWD0.33.
GuruFocus considers Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for KUW:GFC:
EV-to-EBITDA: 7.12 (31% above median its 10-year median of 5.45)
GF Value™: KWD0.33 vs. price of KWD0.37 (12.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 4.6% below the Business Services median (#431 of 910)
No single metric tells the full story. See the KUW:GFC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC is a franchise developer operating across the Gulf countries of Kuwait, the UAE, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Qatar. The company offers franchising opportunities for the following brands: Computer Troubleshooters, Premiere Executive, Bon Sweets, Beit Dickson, and Adolfo Dominguez. Along with its subsidiaries, the company operates in the following segments: Investments, Trading, and Food Catering. Maximum revenue is generated from the Investments segment, which is engaged in the utilization of franchising activities, property ownership, and investment. The Trading segment is involved in general trading activities, and the Food Catering segment engages in the catering of foodstuffs.
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