Network 18 Media & Investments (NSE:NETWORK18) EV-to-EBITDA: 16.41 (As of Jul. 07, 2026) — 11% Above Median


NSE:NETWORK18 Network 18 Media & Investments Ltd NSE:NETWORK18
45 GF Score
Price ₹31.91
GF Value ₹14.69
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Network 18 Media & Investments EV-to-EBITDA?

Network 18 Media & Investments NSE:NETWORK18 -1.69% 45 EV-to-EBITDA is 16.41 as of Jul. 07, 2026, which is 11% above its 10-year median of 14.73. GuruFocus rates NSE:NETWORK18 with a GF Score™ of 45/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹14.69 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 744 Media - Diversified companies, Network 18 Media & Investments ranks worse than 77.02% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Network 18 Media & Investments's enterprise value is ₹80,811 Mil. Network 18 Media & Investments's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹4,925 Mil. Therefore, Network 18 Media & Investments's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 16.41.

The historical rank and industry rank for Network 18 Media & Investments's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

NSE:NETWORK18' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -221.4   Med: 14.73   Max: 755.26
Current: 16.4

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Network 18 Media & Investments was 755.26. The lowest was -221.40. And the median was 14.73.

NSE:NETWORK18's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
77.02% of 744 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 7.375 vs NSE:NETWORK18: 16.40

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 (2026-07-07), Network 18 Media & Investments's stock price is ₹31.91. Network 18 Media & Investments's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹1.000. Therefore, Network 18 Media & Investments's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 31.91.

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


Network 18 Media & Investments  (NSE:NETWORK18) 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.

Network 18 Media & Investments's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=31.91/1.000
=31.91

Network 18 Media & Investments's share price for today is ₹31.91.
Network 18 Media & Investments'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 ₹1.000.

* 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?


Network 18 Media & Investments EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Network 18 Media & Investments EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Network 18 Media & Investments'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.

Network 18 Media & Investments EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Network 18 Media & Investments Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA
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Network 18 Media & Investments Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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NSE:NETWORK18 vs NFLX, DIS, WBD: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Entertainment subindustry, Network 18 Media & Investments'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.


Network 18 Media & Investments EV-to-EBITDA vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Network 18 Media & Investments's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Network 18 Media & Investments's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Network 18 Media & Investments EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Network 18 Media & Investments's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=80811.321/4925.2
=16.41

Network 18 Media & Investments's current Enterprise Value is ₹80,811 Mil.
Network 18 Media & Investments'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 ₹4,925 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 16.41 mean?
Network 18 Media & Investments (NSE:NETWORK18) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 16.41 as of Jul. 07, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Network 18 Media & Investments. This is 11% above median its historical median of 14.73. According to the industry distribution chart, Network 18 Media & Investments ranks #573 out of 744 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 77%.
Is Network 18 Media & Investments' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Network 18 Media & Investments' current EV-to-EBITDA of 16.41 is 11% above median its 10-year median of 14.73. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.38. Network 18 Media & Investments' value of 16.41 is 122.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Network 18 Media & Investments ranks #573 out of 744 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Network 18 Media & Investments has a GF Score™ of 45/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Network 18 Media & Investments' EV-to-EBITDA compare to NFLX and DIS?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Network 18 Media & Investments ranks #573 out of 744 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Network 18 Media & Investments in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.38. Network 18 Media & Investments' value of 16.41 is 122.5% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 14.73 vs. the industry median of 7.38, Network 18 Media & Investments 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Media - Diversified companies is 7.38, based on 744 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. Network 18 Media & Investments's current EV-to-EBITDA of 16.41 is 122.5% 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 Network 18 Media & Investments. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.38 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Network 18 Media & Investments's current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.41, which is 11% above median its own 10-year median of 14.73. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Network 18 Media & Investments stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Network 18 Media & Investments (NSE:NETWORK18) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹14.69, compared to a current price of ₹31.91 — trading 117.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.41, which is 11% above median its 10-year median of 14.73 and 122.5% above the Media - Diversified industry median of 7.38. Network 18 Media & Investments' overall GF Score™ is 45/100 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 Network 18 Media & Investments (NSE:NETWORK18), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.41 as of Jul. 07, 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 Network 18 Media & Investments (NSE:NETWORK18) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Network 18 Media & Investments stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₹31.91 is trading 117.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₹14.69. GuruFocus considers Network 18 Media & Investments to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for NSE:NETWORK18:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 16.41 (11% above median its 10-year median of 14.73)
  • GF Value™: ₹14.69 vs. price of ₹31.91 (117.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 45/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 122.5% above the Media - Diversified median (#573 of 744)

No single metric tells the full story. See the NSE:NETWORK18 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Network 18 Media & Investments Business Description

Other Exchanges 532798:India
Address 414, Senapati Bapat Marg, First Floor, Empire Complex, Lower Parel, Mumbai, MH, IND, 400013
Network 18 Media & Investments Ltd is a media and entertainment conglomerate. The company is engaged in activities spanning broadcasting, digital content, print, and allied businesses. It owns and operates a portfolio of television entertainment channels, sports channels, new channels, and digital platforms through brands like CNBC-TV18, News18 India, JioCinema, Colors, MTV, Moneycontrol, Firstpost, and Nickelodeon, among others. It also has a presence in the film production and movie distribution business through its studio, Viacom 18 Motion Pictures. The company operates in a single segment which is Media Operations. The company generates the majority of its revenue from Advertisement, Subscription Revenue, and Program Syndication.
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