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LagardereLGDDF 71 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.03 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 30% below its 10-year median of 7.20. GuruFocus rates LGDDF with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of $27.02 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 942 Retail - Cyclical companies, Lagardere ranks better than 76.43% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Lagardere's enterprise value is $8,411 Mil.
Lagardere's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $1,673 Mil. Therefore, Lagardere's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.03.
The historical rank and industry rank for Lagardere's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
LGDDF'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.82 Med: 7.2 Max: 35.89
Current: 5.21
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Lagardere was 35.89. The lowest was 4.82. And the median was 7.20.
LGDDF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 76.43% of 942
companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 8.83
vs LGDDF: 5.21
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.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Lagardere (OTCPK:LGDDF) 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.
Lagardere's share price for today is $20.33.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Lagardere's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $1.671.
* 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).
The historical data trend for Lagardere'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.
For the Specialty Retail subindustry, Lagardere'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.
Lagardere EV-to-EBITDA vs Retail - Cyclical Industry
For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Lagardere's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Lagardere's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Lagardere's current Enterprise Value is $8,411 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Lagardere's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $1,673 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.
Lagardere (LGDDF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.03 as of Jul. 16, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Lagardere. This is 30% below median its historical median of 7.20. Over the past decade, Lagardere's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.82 to 35.89. According to the industry distribution chart, Lagardere ranks #222 out of 942 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 23.6%.
Is Lagardere's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Lagardere's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.03 is 30% below median its 10-year median of 7.20. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.82 to a high of 35.89. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.83. Lagardere's value of 5.03 is 43% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Lagardere ranks #222 out of 942 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Lagardere has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lagardere's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CASY and WSM?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Lagardere ranks #222 out of 942 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Lagardere in the top 24% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.83. Lagardere's value of 5.03 is 43% below this benchmark. Historically, Lagardere's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.82 to 35.89 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.20 vs. the industry median of 8.83, Lagardere 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 8.83, based on 942 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. Lagardere's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.03 is 43% 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 Lagardere. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.83 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Lagardere's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.03, which is 30% below median its own 10-year median of 7.20. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Lagardere stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lagardere (LGDDF) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $27.02, compared to a current price of $20.33 — trading 24.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.03, which is 30% below median its 10-year median of 7.20 and 43% below the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 8.83. Lagardere's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 3 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 Lagardere (LGDDF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.03 as of Jul. 16, 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 Lagardere (LGDDF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lagardere stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $20.33 is trading 24.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $27.02.
GuruFocus considers Lagardere to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for LGDDF:
EV-to-EBITDA: 5.03 (30% below median its 10-year median of 7.20)
GF Value™: $27.02 vs. price of $20.33 (24.8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 43% below the Retail - Cyclical median (#222 of 942)
No single metric tells the full story. See the LGDDF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Lagardere SA is in the business of content publishing, production, broadcasting, and distribution. It is also engaged in the travel retail business with various brands such as Relay and Aelia Duty-Free, and other selective distribution brands. The company operates through divisions: Lagardere Publishing, Lagardere Travel Retail, and others.
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