TAL Education Group (MEX:TAL N) EV-to-EBITDA: 10.01 (As of Aug. 12, 2026) — 72% Below Median

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MEX:TAL N TAL Education Group MEX:TAL N
68 GF Score
Price MXN205.00
GF Value MXN322.84
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is TAL Education Group EV-to-EBITDA?

TAL Education Group MEX:TAL N 68 EV-to-EBITDA is 10.01 as of Aug. 12, 2026, which is 72% below its 10-year median of 35.29. GuruFocus rates MEX:TAL N with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN322.84 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 212 Education companies, TAL Education Group ranks worse than 66.98% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, TAL Education Group's enterprise value is MXN71,570 Mil. TAL Education Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was MXN7,147 Mil. Therefore, TAL Education Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 10.01.

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

MEX:TAL N' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1594.46   Med: 35.29   Max: 3030.8
Current: 10.72

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of TAL Education Group was 3030.80. The lowest was -1594.46. And the median was 35.29.

MEX:TAL N's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
66.98% of 212 companies
in the Education industry
Industry Median: 6.78 vs MEX:TAL N: 10.72

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 (2026-08-12), TAL Education Group's stock price is MXN205.00. TAL Education Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was MXN28.444. Therefore, TAL Education Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 7.21.

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


TAL Education Group  (MEX:TAL N) 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.

TAL Education Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=205.00/28.444
=7.21

TAL Education Group's share price for today is MXN205.00.
TAL Education Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN28.444.

* 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?


TAL Education Group EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


TAL Education Group EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for TAL Education 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.

TAL Education Group EV-to-EBITDA Chart

TAL Education Group Annual Data
Trend Feb17 Feb18 Feb19 Feb20 Feb21 Feb22 Feb23 Feb24 Feb25 Feb26
EV-to-EBITDA
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TAL Education Group Quarterly Data
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MEX:TAL N vs LAUR, CVSA, LOPE: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Education & Training Services subindustry, TAL Education 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.


TAL Education Group EV-to-EBITDA vs Education Industry

For the Education industry and Consumer Defensive sector, TAL Education Group's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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TAL Education Group EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

TAL Education Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=71570.330/7146.969
=10.01

TAL Education Group's current Enterprise Value is MXN71,570 Mil.
TAL Education Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN7,147 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 10.01 mean?
TAL Education Group (MEX:TAL N) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 10.01 as of Aug. 12, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on TAL Education Group. This is 72% below median its historical median of 35.29. According to the industry distribution chart, TAL Education Group ranks #142 out of 212 companies in the Education industry, placing it in the top 67%.
Is TAL Education Group's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
TAL Education Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.01 is 72% below median its 10-year median of 35.29. The Education industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.78. TAL Education Group's value of 10.01 is 47.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, TAL Education Group ranks #142 out of 212 companies in the Education industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, TAL Education Group has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does TAL Education Group's EV-to-EBITDA compare to LAUR and CVSA?
According to the Education industry distribution chart, TAL Education Group ranks #142 out of 212 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places TAL Education Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.78. TAL Education Group's value of 10.01 is 47.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 35.29 vs. the industry median of 6.78, TAL Education Group has consistently been above 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 an Education company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Education companies is 6.78, based on 212 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. TAL Education Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.01 is 47.6% above 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 TAL Education Group. For the Education industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.78 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. TAL Education Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.01, which is 72% below median its own 10-year median of 35.29. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is TAL Education Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, TAL Education Group (MEX:TAL N) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN322.84, compared to a current price of MXN205.00 — trading 36.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.01, which is 72% below median its 10-year median of 35.29 and 47.6% above the Education industry median of 6.78. TAL Education Group's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 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 TAL Education Group (MEX:TAL N), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.01 as of Aug. 12, 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 TAL Education Group (MEX:TAL N) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, TAL Education Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN205.00 is trading 36.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN322.84. GuruFocus considers TAL Education Group to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:TAL N:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 10.01 (72% below median its 10-year median of 35.29)
  • GF Value™: MXN322.84 vs. price of MXN205.00 (36.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 68/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 47.6% above the Education median (#142 of 212)

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


TAL Education Group Business Description

Address Qixin Middle Street, TAL Building No.1, Courtyard No. 9, Changping District, Beijing, CHN, 102200
TAL Education Group is a leading learning solutions provider in China. It operates a few business lines including enrichment learning, high school academic tutoring, learning technology, and content solutions. Among those business lines, TAL focuses on enrichment learning and content solutions.
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