Bouvet ASA (OSL:BOUV) EV-to-EBITDA: 7.79 (As of Aug. 06, 2026) — 36% Below Median

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OSL:BOUV Bouvet ASA OSL:BOUV
85 GF Score
Price kr45.25
GF Value kr70.74
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Bouvet ASA EV-to-EBITDA?

Bouvet ASA OSL:BOUV +0.67% 85 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.79 as of Aug. 06, 2026, which is 36% below its 10-year median of 12.24. GuruFocus rates OSL:BOUV with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of kr70.74 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,959 Software companies, Bouvet ASA ranks better than 64.17% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Bouvet ASA's enterprise value is kr4,420 Mil. Bouvet ASA's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was kr567 Mil. Therefore, Bouvet ASA's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.79.

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

OSL:BOUV' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.52   Med: 12.24   Max: 19.98
Current: 7.78

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Bouvet ASA was 19.98. The lowest was 7.52. And the median was 12.24.

OSL:BOUV's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
64.17% of 1959 companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 10.6 vs OSL:BOUV: 7.78

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 (2026-08-06), Bouvet ASA's stock price is kr45.25. Bouvet ASA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was kr3.220. Therefore, Bouvet ASA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 14.05.

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


Bouvet ASA  (OSL:BOUV) 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.

Bouvet ASA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=45.25/3.220
=14.05

Bouvet ASA's share price for today is kr45.25.
Bouvet ASA'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 kr3.220.

* 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?


Bouvet ASA EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Bouvet ASA EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Bouvet ASA'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.

Bouvet ASA EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Bouvet ASA Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 18.48 12.51 11.90 11.79 10.26

Bouvet ASA Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 11.16 12.84 10.86 10.26 8.74

OSL:BOUV vs IBM, ACN, FISV: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Information Technology Services subindustry, Bouvet ASA'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.


Bouvet ASA EV-to-EBITDA vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, Bouvet ASA's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Bouvet ASA's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Bouvet ASA EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Bouvet ASA's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=4419.766/567.495
=7.79

Bouvet ASA's current Enterprise Value is kr4,420 Mil.
Bouvet ASA'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 kr567 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 7.79 mean?
Bouvet ASA (OSL:BOUV) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.79 as of Aug. 06, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Bouvet ASA. This is 36% below median its historical median of 12.24. Over the past decade, Bouvet ASA's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.52 to 19.98. According to the industry distribution chart, Bouvet ASA ranks #702 out of 1959 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 35.8%.
Is Bouvet ASA's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Bouvet ASA's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.79 is 36% below median its 10-year median of 12.24. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.52 to a high of 19.98. The Software industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.60. Bouvet ASA's value of 7.79 is 26.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Bouvet ASA ranks #702 out of 1959 companies in the Software industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Bouvet ASA has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Bouvet ASA's EV-to-EBITDA compare to IBM and ACN?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Bouvet ASA ranks #702 out of 1959 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Bouvet ASA in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.60. Bouvet ASA's value of 7.79 is 26.5% below this benchmark. Historically, Bouvet ASA's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.52 to 19.98 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.24 vs. the industry median of 10.60, Bouvet ASA 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 a Software company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Software companies is 10.60, based on 1,959 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. Bouvet ASA's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.79 is 26.5% 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 Bouvet ASA. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.60 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Bouvet ASA's current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.79, which is 36% below median its own 10-year median of 12.24. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Bouvet ASA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bouvet ASA (OSL:BOUV) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is kr70.74, compared to a current price of kr45.25 — trading 36% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.79, which is 36% below median its 10-year median of 12.24 and 26.5% below the Software industry median of 10.60. Bouvet ASA's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 4 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 Bouvet ASA (OSL:BOUV), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.79 as of Aug. 06, 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 Bouvet ASA (OSL:BOUV) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bouvet ASA stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of kr45.25 is trading 36% below its estimated GF Value™ of kr70.74. GuruFocus considers Bouvet ASA to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for OSL:BOUV:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 7.79 (36% below median its 10-year median of 12.24)
  • GF Value™: kr70.74 vs. price of kr45.25 (36% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 26.5% below the Software median (#702 of 1959)

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


Bouvet ASA Business Description

Address Sorkedalsveien 8, Oslo, NOR, 0369
Bouvet ASA is a consultancy company that provides advice in the field of information technology and digital communication. It helps enterprises shape digital solutions that create efficiency and new business opportunities. The company caters to both private and public-sector players. Some of the business sectors that it caters to include Power supply, Industry, Oil and gas, Public admin, Transportation, Retail, Information and communication, Service industry, and Health. The company's geographical segments are Norway, Sweden, and other countries, of which the vast majority of its revenue comes from Norway.
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