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Lichen InternationalLICN +2.56%62 EV-to-EBITDA is 0.46 as of Aug. 29, 2026, which is 74% below its 10-year median of 1.75. GuruFocus rates LICN with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of $3.34 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 910 Business Services companies, Lichen International ranks better than 96.26% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Lichen International's enterprise value is $-6.64 Mil.
Lichen International's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $-14.41 Mil. Therefore, Lichen International's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 0.46.
The historical rank and industry rank for Lichen International's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
LICN'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1.4 Med: 1.75 Max: 14.18
Current: 0.46
During the past 6 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Lichen International was 14.18. The lowest was -1.40. And the median was 1.75.
LICN's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 96.26% of 910
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.52
vs LICN: 0.46
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.
Lichen International (NAS:LICN) 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.
Lichen International's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Lichen International's share price for today is $1.20.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Lichen International's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $-33.232.
* 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 Lichen International'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 Business Services subindustry, Lichen International'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.
Lichen International EV-to-EBITDA vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Lichen International's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Lichen International's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Lichen International's current Enterprise Value is $-6.64 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Lichen International's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $-14.41 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.
Lichen International (LICN) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 0.46 as of Aug. 29, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Lichen International. This is 74% below median its historical median of 1.75. According to the industry distribution chart, Lichen International ranks #34 out of 910 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 3.7%.
Is Lichen International's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Lichen International's current EV-to-EBITDA of 0.46 is 74% below median its 10-year median of 1.75. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.52. Lichen International's value of 0.46 is 93.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Lichen International ranks #34 out of 910 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Lichen International has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lichen International's EV-to-EBITDA compare to PMEC and SMX?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Lichen International ranks #34 out of 910 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Lichen International in the top 4% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.52. Lichen International's value of 0.46 is 93.9% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 1.75 vs. the industry median of 7.52, Lichen International 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 7.52, 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. Lichen International's current EV-to-EBITDA of 0.46 is 93.9% 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 Lichen International. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.52 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Lichen International's current EV-to-EBITDA is 0.46, which is 74% below median its own 10-year median of 1.75. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Lichen International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lichen International (LICN) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $3.34, compared to a current price of $1.20 — trading 64.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 0.46, which is 74% below median its 10-year median of 1.75 and 93.9% below the Business Services industry median of 7.52. Lichen International's overall GF Score™ is 62/100 with 4 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 Lichen International (LICN), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 0.46 as of Aug. 29, 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 Lichen International (LICN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lichen International stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $1.20 is trading 64.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $3.34.
GuruFocus considers Lichen International to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for LICN:
EV-to-EBITDA: 0.46 (74% below median its 10-year median of 1.75)
GF Value™: $3.34 vs. price of $1.20 (64.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 93.9% below the Business Services median (#34 of 910)
No single metric tells the full story. See the LICN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Lichen International Ltd is a financial and taxation service provider in China. The company provides financial and taxation solution services; education support services; and software and maintenance services in the PRC under its Lichen brand. The financial and taxation solution services comprise financial and taxation related management consultation, internal control management consultation, annual or regular consultation, and internal training and general consultation. The education support services comprise the provision of marketing, operational, and technical support and the sales of teaching and learning materials. The software and maintenance services comprise the sales of financial and taxation analysis software and the sales of financial and taxation training software.
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