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Precision DrillingPDS +1.03%72 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.33 as of Jul. 22, 2026, which is 8% below its 10-year median of 5.81. GuruFocus rates PDS with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of $67.37 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 761 Oil & Gas companies, Precision Drilling ranks better than 67.94% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Precision Drilling's enterprise value is $1,603 Mil.
Precision Drilling's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $301 Mil. Therefore, Precision Drilling's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.33.
The historical rank and industry rank for Precision Drilling's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
PDS'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -42.02 Med: 5.81 Max: 18.5
Current: 5.33
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Precision Drilling was 18.50. The lowest was -42.02. And the median was 5.81.
PDS's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 67.94% of 761
companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 7.7
vs PDS: 5.33
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.
Precision Drilling's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Precision Drilling's share price for today is $85.54.
Precision Drilling'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 $-0.921.
* 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 Precision Drilling'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 Oil & Gas Drilling subindustry, Precision Drilling'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.
Precision Drilling EV-to-EBITDA vs Oil & Gas Industry
For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Precision Drilling's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Precision Drilling's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Precision Drilling's current Enterprise Value is $1,603 Mil.
Precision Drilling'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 $301 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.
Precision Drilling (PDS) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.33 as of Jul. 22, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Precision Drilling. This is near median its historical median of 5.81. According to the industry distribution chart, Precision Drilling ranks #244 out of 761 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 32.1%.
Is Precision Drilling's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Precision Drilling's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.33 is near median its 10-year median of 5.81. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.70. Precision Drilling's value of 5.33 is 30.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Precision Drilling ranks #244 out of 761 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Precision Drilling has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Precision Drilling's EV-to-EBITDA compare to NE and RIG?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Precision Drilling ranks #244 out of 761 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Precision Drilling in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.70. Precision Drilling's value of 5.33 is 30.8% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 5.81 vs. the industry median of 7.70, Precision Drilling 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 Oil & Gas company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Oil & Gas companies is 7.70, based on 761 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. Precision Drilling's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.33 is 30.8% 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 Precision Drilling. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.70 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Precision Drilling's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.33, which is near median its own 10-year median of 5.81. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Precision Drilling stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Precision Drilling (PDS) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $67.37, compared to a current price of $85.54 — trading 27% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.33, which is near median its 10-year median of 5.81 and 30.8% below the Oil & Gas industry median of 7.70. Precision Drilling's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 2 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 Precision Drilling (PDS), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.33 as of Jul. 22, 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 Precision Drilling (PDS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Precision Drilling stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $85.54 is trading 27% above its estimated GF Value™ of $67.37.
GuruFocus considers Precision Drilling to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for PDS:
EV-to-EBITDA: 5.33 (near median its 10-year median of 5.81)
GF Value™: $67.37 vs. price of $85.54 (27% above fair value)
Industry Position: 30.8% below the Oil & Gas median (#244 of 761)
No single metric tells the full story. See the PDS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Precision Drilling Corp is a provider of contract drilling, completion, and production services to oil and natural gas exploration and production companies in Canada, the United States, and certain international locations. The company operates through two industry segments: Contract Drilling Services, which generates maximum revenue and includes drilling rigs, procurement and distribution of oilfield supplies, and the manufacture, sale, and repair of drilling equipment; and Completion and Production Services, which includes service rigs, oilfield equipment rental, and camp services. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the United States.
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