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McGrath RentCorpMGRC +0.12%85 EV-to-EBITDA is 10.17 as of Aug. 12, 2026, which is 10% above its 10-year median of 9.24. GuruFocus rates MGRC with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of $118.79 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 901 Business Services companies, McGrath RentCorp ranks worse than 65.15% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, McGrath RentCorp's enterprise value is $3,538.8 Mil.
McGrath RentCorp's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $348.1 Mil. Therefore, McGrath RentCorp's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 10.17.
The historical rank and industry rank for McGrath RentCorp's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
MGRC'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.3 Med: 9.24 Max: 13.19
Current: 10.17
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of McGrath RentCorp was 13.19. The lowest was 6.30. And the median was 9.24.
MGRC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 65.15% of 901
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.65
vs MGRC: 10.17
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.
McGrath RentCorp's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
McGrath RentCorp's share price for today is $120.91.
McGrath RentCorp's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $6.210.
* 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 McGrath RentCorp'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 Rental & Leasing Services subindustry, McGrath RentCorp'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.
McGrath RentCorp EV-to-EBITDA vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, McGrath RentCorp's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where McGrath RentCorp's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
McGrath RentCorp's current Enterprise Value is $3,538.8 Mil.
McGrath RentCorp's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $348.1 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.
McGrath RentCorp (MGRC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 10.17 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 McGrath RentCorp. This is 10% above median its historical median of 9.24. Over the past decade, McGrath RentCorp's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.30 to 13.19. According to the industry distribution chart, McGrath RentCorp ranks #587 out of 901 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 65.1%.
Is McGrath RentCorp's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
McGrath RentCorp's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.17 is 10% above median its 10-year median of 9.24. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.30 to a high of 13.19. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.65. McGrath RentCorp's value of 10.17 is 32.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, McGrath RentCorp ranks #587 out of 901 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, McGrath RentCorp has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does McGrath RentCorp's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CTOS and VSTS?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, McGrath RentCorp ranks #587 out of 901 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places McGrath RentCorp in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.65. McGrath RentCorp's value of 10.17 is 32.9% above this benchmark. Historically, McGrath RentCorp's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.30 to 13.19 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.24 vs. the industry median of 7.65, McGrath RentCorp 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 a Business Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Business Services companies is 7.65, based on 901 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. McGrath RentCorp's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.17 is 32.9% 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 McGrath RentCorp. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.65 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. McGrath RentCorp's current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.17, which is 10% above median its own 10-year median of 9.24. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is McGrath RentCorp stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, McGrath RentCorp (MGRC) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $118.79, compared to a current price of $120.91 — trading 1.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.17, which is 10% above median its 10-year median of 9.24 and 32.9% above the Business Services industry median of 7.65. McGrath RentCorp's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 6 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 McGrath RentCorp (MGRC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.17 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 McGrath RentCorp (MGRC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, McGrath RentCorp stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $120.91 is trading 1.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $118.79.
GuruFocus considers McGrath RentCorp to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for MGRC:
EV-to-EBITDA: 10.17 (10% above median its 10-year median of 9.24)
GF Value™: $118.79 vs. price of $120.91 (1.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 32.9% above the Business Services median (#587 of 901)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MGRC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
McGrath RentCorp is a diversified business-to-business rental company with three rental divisions: relocatable modular buildings, portable storage containers, and electronic test equipment. It comprises four reportable business segments, namely the Modular Building segment (Mobile Modular), which generates maximum revenue; the Portable Storage segment (Portable Storage); the Electronic Test Equipment segment (TRS-RenTelco); and its classroom manufacturing business (Enviroplex), which sells modular buildings used as classrooms in California. The company generates its revenues mainly from the rental of its equipment under operating leases, with sales of equipment occurring in the normal course of business.
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