Itaconix (LSE:ITX) EV-to-EBITDA: -34.88 (As of Aug. 18, 2026)

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LSE:ITX Itaconix PLC LSE:ITX
72 GF Score
Price £1.72
GF Value £2.41
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Itaconix EV-to-EBITDA?

Itaconix LSE:ITX 72 EV-to-EBITDA is -34.88 as of Aug. 18, 2026. GuruFocus rates LSE:ITX with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of £2.41 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,329 Chemicals companies, Itaconix ranks worse than 75244.47% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Itaconix's enterprise value is £21.45 Mil. Itaconix's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £-0.62 Mil. Therefore, Itaconix's EV-to-EBITDA for today is -34.88.

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

LSE:ITX' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -73.57   Med: -7.79   Max: 1.55
Current: -34.87

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Itaconix was 1.55. The lowest was -73.57. And the median was -7.79.

LSE:ITX's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
100% of 1329 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 13.34 vs LSE:ITX: -34.87

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 (2026-08-18), Itaconix's stock price is £1.72. Itaconix's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £-0.076. Therefore, Itaconix's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.

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


Itaconix  (LSE:ITX) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.72/-0.076
=At Loss

Itaconix's share price for today is £1.72.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Itaconix's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £-0.076.

* 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?


Itaconix EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Itaconix EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Itaconix'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.

Itaconix EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Itaconix 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 -22.10 -11.49 -13.34 -12.61 -20.60

Itaconix Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 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 Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -13.34 0.00 -12.61 0.00 -20.60

LSE:ITX vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Itaconix'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.


Itaconix EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Itaconix's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Itaconix EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=21.449/-0.615
=-34.88

Itaconix's current Enterprise Value is £21.45 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Itaconix's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £-0.62 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 -34.88 mean?
Itaconix (LSE:ITX) has a EV-to-EBITDA of -34.88 as of Aug. 18, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Itaconix. According to the industry distribution chart, Itaconix ranks #999999 out of 1329 companies in the Chemicals industry.
Is Itaconix's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Itaconix's current EV-to-EBITDA is -34.88. Based on the distribution chart, Itaconix ranks #999999 out of 1329 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Itaconix has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Itaconix's EV-to-EBITDA compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Itaconix ranks #999999 out of 1329 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Itaconix in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.34. 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Chemicals companies is 13.34, based on 1,329 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. 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 Itaconix. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.34 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Itaconix's current EV-to-EBITDA is -34.88. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Itaconix stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Itaconix (LSE:ITX) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £2.41, compared to a current price of £1.72 — trading 28.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is -34.88. Itaconix's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 5 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 Itaconix (LSE:ITX), the current EV-to-EBITDA is -34.88 as of Aug. 18, 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 Itaconix (LSE:ITX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Itaconix stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of £1.72 is trading 28.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of £2.41. GuruFocus considers Itaconix to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for LSE:ITX:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: -34.88
  • GF Value™: £2.41 vs. price of £1.72 (28.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 5 warning signs

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


Itaconix Business Description

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Address 2 Marin Way, Unit 1, Stratham, NH, USA, 03885
Itaconix PLC is developing and producing bio-based polymers from itaconic acid. The company products are used in the safety of home care, personal care, and industrial sectors. Geographically, it derives the majority of its revenue from North America and also has a presence in Europe. The Company has three business segments which include Performance Ingredients develops, produces, and sells proprietary specialty polymers that are used as functional ingredients to meet customers' needs in cleaning, beauty, and hygiene products. Formulation Solutions provides technical services and ingredient supplies for formulated products developed for customers based on Performance Ingredients. Core Operations include development expense, general and administrative expense, professional fees.
72GF Score

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