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Science GroupLSE:SAG 82 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.48 as of Aug. 13, 2026, which is 32% below its 10-year median of 11.02. GuruFocus rates LSE:SAG with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of £4.52 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 902 Business Services companies, Science Group ranks better than 51.33% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Science Group's enterprise value is £177.7 Mil.
Science Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £23.8 Mil. Therefore, Science Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.48.
The historical rank and industry rank for Science Group's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
LSE:SAG'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.7 Med: 11.02 Max: 37.03
Current: 7.48
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Science Group was 37.03. The lowest was 3.70. And the median was 11.02.
LSE:SAG's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 51.33% of 902
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.705
vs LSE:SAG: 7.48
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.
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.
Science Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Science Group's share price for today is £5.77.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Science Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £0.335.
* 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 Science Group'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.
LSE:SAG vs VRSK, EFX, BAH: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Consulting Services subindustry, Science Group'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.
Science Group EV-to-EBITDA vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Science Group's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Science Group's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Science Group's current Enterprise Value is £177.7 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Science Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £23.8 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.
Science Group (LSE:SAG) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.48 as of Aug. 13, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Science Group. This is 32% below median its historical median of 11.02. Over the past decade, Science Group's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.70 to 37.03. According to the industry distribution chart, Science Group ranks #439 out of 902 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 48.7%.
Is Science Group's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Science Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.48 is 32% below median its 10-year median of 11.02. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.70 to a high of 37.03. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.71. Science Group's value of 7.48 is 2.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Science Group ranks #439 out of 902 companies in the Business Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Science Group has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Science Group's EV-to-EBITDA compare to VRSK and EFX?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Science Group ranks #439 out of 902 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Science Group in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.71. Science Group's value of 7.48 is 2.9% below this benchmark. Historically, Science Group's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.70 to 37.03 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.02 vs. the industry median of 7.71, Science Group 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 7.71, based on 902 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. Science Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.48 is 2.9% 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 Science Group. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.71 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Science Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.48, which is 32% below median its own 10-year median of 11.02. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Science Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Science Group (LSE:SAG) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £4.52, compared to a current price of £5.77 — trading 27.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.48, which is 32% below median its 10-year median of 11.02 and 2.9% below the Business Services industry median of 7.71. Science Group's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 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 Science Group (LSE:SAG), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.48 as of Aug. 13, 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 Science Group (LSE:SAG) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Science Group stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of £5.77 is trading 27.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of £4.52.
GuruFocus considers Science Group to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for LSE:SAG:
EV-to-EBITDA: 7.48 (32% below median its 10-year median of 11.02)
GF Value™: £4.52 vs. price of £5.77 (27.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 2.9% below the Business Services median (#439 of 902)
No single metric tells the full story. See the LSE:SAG stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Science Group PLC provides outsourced science and technology-based consultancy, advisory, and product development services to a wide range of industries and markets. It operates in the Services segment, which comprises five consultancy Practises under the Sagentia brand: Medical, Innovation Regulatory, Defence, and Aviation. The Systems segments comprise two businesses: Critical Maritime Systems & Support (CMS2), which designs, manufactures and supports submarine atmosphere systems for the defence sector; and Frontier Smart Technologies Limited (Frontier), which designs and supplies radio and audio semi-conductors/modules. Its geographical segments are the UK, Other European Countries, North America, Asia, and Other, of which the majority of its revenue comes from the United Kingdom.
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