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Gen DigitalMEX:GEN 59 EV-to-EBITDA is 8.73 as of Jul. 27, 2026, which is 35% below its 10-year median of 13.52. GuruFocus rates MEX:GEN with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN991.38 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,958 Software companies, Gen Digital ranks better than 55.57% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Gen Digital's enterprise value is MXN410,365 Mil.
Gen Digital's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN47,001 Mil. Therefore, Gen Digital's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 8.73.
The historical rank and industry rank for Gen Digital's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
MEX:GEN'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.25 Med: 13.52 Max: 67.62
Current: 9.11
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Gen Digital was 67.62. The lowest was 2.25. And the median was 13.52.
MEX:GEN's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 55.57% of 1958
companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 10.28
vs MEX:GEN: 9.11
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).
Gen Digital (MEX:GEN) 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.
Gen Digital's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Gen Digital's share price for today is MXN440.00.
Gen Digital's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN28.594.
* 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 Gen Digital'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.
MEX:GEN vs RBRK, NTNX, DOCN: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Software - Infrastructure subindustry, Gen Digital'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.
Gen Digital EV-to-EBITDA vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, Gen Digital's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Gen Digital's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Gen Digital's current Enterprise Value is MXN410,365 Mil.
Gen Digital's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN47,001 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.
Gen Digital (MEX:GEN) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 8.73 as of Jul. 27, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Gen Digital. This is 35% below median its historical median of 13.52. Over the past decade, Gen Digital's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.25 to 67.62. According to the industry distribution chart, Gen Digital ranks #870 out of 1958 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 44.4%.
Is Gen Digital's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Gen Digital's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.73 is 35% below median its 10-year median of 13.52. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.25 to a high of 67.62. The Software industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.28. Gen Digital's value of 8.73 is 15.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Gen Digital ranks #870 out of 1958 companies in the Software industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Gen Digital has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Gen Digital's EV-to-EBITDA compare to RBRK and NTNX?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Gen Digital ranks #870 out of 1958 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Gen Digital in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.28. Gen Digital's value of 8.73 is 15.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Gen Digital's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.25 to 67.62 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 13.52 vs. the industry median of 10.28, Gen Digital 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 Software company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Software companies is 10.28, based on 1,958 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. Gen Digital's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.73 is 15.1% 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 Gen Digital. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.28 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Gen Digital's current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.73, which is 35% below median its own 10-year median of 13.52. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Gen Digital stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gen Digital (MEX:GEN) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN991.38, compared to a current price of MXN440.00 — trading 55.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.73, which is 35% below median its 10-year median of 13.52 and 15.1% below the Software industry median of 10.28. Gen Digital's overall GF Score™ is 59/100 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 Gen Digital (MEX:GEN), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.73 as of Jul. 27, 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 Gen Digital (MEX:GEN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gen Digital stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of MXN440.00 is trading 55.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN991.38.
GuruFocus considers Gen Digital to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for MEX:GEN:
EV-to-EBITDA: 8.73 (35% below median its 10-year median of 13.52)
GF Value™: MXN991.38 vs. price of MXN440.00 (55.6% below fair value)
Industry Position: 15.1% below the Software median (#870 of 1958)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:GEN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
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