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NetScout SystemsNTCT +1.18%65 EV-to-EBITDA is 10.88 as of Aug. 23, 2026, which is 21% below its 10-year median of 13.78. GuruFocus rates NTCT with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of $23.87 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,968 Software companies, NetScout Systems ranks worse than 52.39% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, NetScout Systems's enterprise value is $2,207.6 Mil.
NetScout Systems's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $202.9 Mil. Therefore, NetScout Systems's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 10.88.
The historical rank and industry rank for NetScout Systems's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
NTCT'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -85.99 Med: 13.78 Max: 54.2
Current: 10.88
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of NetScout Systems was 54.20. The lowest was -85.99. And the median was 13.78.
NTCT's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 52.39% of 1968
companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 10.335
vs NTCT: 10.88
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.
NetScout Systems (NAS:NTCT) 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.
NetScout Systems's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
NetScout Systems's share price for today is $38.47.
NetScout Systems'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 $1.640.
* 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 NetScout Systems'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 Software - Infrastructure subindustry, NetScout Systems'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.
NetScout Systems EV-to-EBITDA vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, NetScout Systems's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where NetScout Systems's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
NetScout Systems's current Enterprise Value is $2,207.6 Mil.
NetScout Systems'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 $202.9 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.
NetScout Systems (NTCT) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 10.88 as of Aug. 23, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on NetScout Systems. This is 21% below median its historical median of 13.78. According to the industry distribution chart, NetScout Systems ranks #1031 out of 1968 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 52.4%.
Is NetScout Systems' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
NetScout Systems' current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.88 is 21% below median its 10-year median of 13.78. The Software industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.34. NetScout Systems' value of 10.88 is 5.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, NetScout Systems ranks #1031 out of 1968 companies in the Software industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, NetScout Systems has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does NetScout Systems' EV-to-EBITDA compare to EEFT and TDC?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, NetScout Systems ranks #1031 out of 1968 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places NetScout Systems in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.34. NetScout Systems' value of 10.88 is 5.3% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 13.78 vs. the industry median of 10.34, NetScout Systems 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 Software company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Software companies is 10.34, based on 1,968 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. NetScout Systems's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.88 is 5.3% 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 NetScout Systems. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.34 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. NetScout Systems's current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.88, which is 21% below median its own 10-year median of 13.78. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is NetScout Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, NetScout Systems (NTCT) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $23.87, compared to a current price of $38.47 — trading 61.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.88, which is 21% below median its 10-year median of 13.78 and 5.3% above the Software industry median of 10.34. NetScout Systems' overall GF Score™ is 65/100 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 NetScout Systems (NTCT), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.88 as of Aug. 23, 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 NetScout Systems (NTCT) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, NetScout Systems stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $38.47 is trading 61.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $23.87.
GuruFocus considers NetScout Systems to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for NTCT:
EV-to-EBITDA: 10.88 (21% below median its 10-year median of 13.78)
GF Value™: $23.87 vs. price of $38.47 (61.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 5.3% above the Software median (#1031 of 1968)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NTCT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
NetScout Systems Inc is engaged in providing enterprise network observability, carrier service assurance, cybersecurity, and Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS), protection solutions. It bases its solutions on proprietary adaptive service intelligence technology, which helps customers monitor and identify performance issues and provides insight into network-based security threats. These solutions also deliver real-time and historical information, which provides insight to restore service and understand the quality of user experience. The company derives revenue from the sale of network management tools and security solutions. Its geographical regions include USA, which derives maximum revenue, Europe, Asia, and Rest of the World.
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