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TransnationalNSA:TRCNP +1.20%84 EV-to-EBITDA is 2.97 as of Aug. 13, 2026, which is 28% below its 10-year median of 4.14. GuruFocus rates NSA:TRCNP with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of ₦67.98 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 366 Utilities - Independent Power Producers companies, Transnational ranks better than 91.53% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Transnational's enterprise value is ₦609,970 Mil.
Transnational's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was ₦205,360 Mil. Therefore, Transnational's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 2.97.
The historical rank and industry rank for Transnational's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
NSA:TRCNP'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.04 Med: 4.14 Max: 11.17
Current: 2.97
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Transnational was 11.17. The lowest was 0.04. And the median was 4.14.
NSA:TRCNP's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 91.53% of 366
companies
in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry
Industry Median: 11.745
vs NSA:TRCNP: 2.97
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.
Transnational's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Transnational's share price for today is ₦38.00.
Transnational'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 ₦7.590.
* 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 Transnational'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.
NSA:TRCNP vs CEG, VST, NRG: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers subindustry, Transnational'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.
Transnational EV-to-EBITDA vs Utilities - Independent Power Producers Industry
For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry and Utilities sector, Transnational's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Transnational's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Transnational's current Enterprise Value is ₦609,970 Mil.
Transnational'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 ₦205,360 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.
Transnational (NSA:TRCNP) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 2.97 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 Transnational. This is 28% below median its historical median of 4.14. Over the past decade, Transnational's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 0.04 to 11.17. According to the industry distribution chart, Transnational ranks #31 out of 366 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, placing it in the top 8.5%.
Is Transnational's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Transnational's current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.97 is 28% below median its 10-year median of 4.14. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.04 to a high of 11.17. The Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 11.75. Transnational's value of 2.97 is 74.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Transnational ranks #31 out of 366 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Transnational has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Transnational's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CEG and VST?
According to the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry distribution chart, Transnational ranks #31 out of 366 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Transnational in the top 9% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 11.75. Transnational's value of 2.97 is 74.7% below this benchmark. Historically, Transnational's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 0.04 to 11.17 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.14 vs. the industry median of 11.75, Transnational 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 an Utilities - Independent Power Producers company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Utilities - Independent Power Producers companies is 11.75, based on 366 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. Transnational's current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.97 is 74.7% 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 Transnational. For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 11.75 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Transnational's current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.97, which is 28% below median its own 10-year median of 4.14. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Transnational stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Transnational (NSA:TRCNP) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is ₦67.98, compared to a current price of ₦38.00 — trading 44.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.97, which is 28% below median its 10-year median of 4.14 and 74.7% below the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry median of 11.75. Transnational's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 with 3 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 Transnational (NSA:TRCNP), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.97 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 Transnational (NSA:TRCNP) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Transnational stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of ₦38.00 is trading 44.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₦67.98.
GuruFocus considers Transnational to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for NSA:TRCNP:
EV-to-EBITDA: 2.97 (28% below median its 10-year median of 4.14)
GF Value™: ₦67.98 vs. price of ₦38.00 (44.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 74.7% below the Utilities - Independent Power Producers median (#31 of 366)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NSA:TRCNP stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Transnational Corp PLC is a diversified conglomerate. Its business segments are Power, Oil and Gas, Hospitality, Corporate Centre, and Agro-allied. The group generates the majority of the revenue from the Power segment. In the Power segment, the company through its subsidiary, is engaged in the generation of electric power. The group provides hospitality services to the customers in the Hospitality segment. Oil and Gas segment includes exploration, refining, and marketing of petroleum products, and in the Agro-Allied segment, the group processes fruit concentrates from fruits. The Corporate Centre segment is the parent Company, Transnational Corporation of Nigeria Plc, and the other non-operational subsidiaries.
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