Metro Retail Stores Group (PHS:MRSGI) EV-to-EBITDA: 3.99 (As of Jul. 22, 2026) — Near Median

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PHS:MRSGI Metro Retail Stores Group Inc PHS:MRSGI
64 GF Score
Price ₱1.09
GF Value ₱1.28
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Metro Retail Stores Group EV-to-EBITDA?

Metro Retail Stores Group PHS:MRSGI 64 EV-to-EBITDA is 3.99 as of Jul. 22, 2026, which is 3% below its 10-year median of 4.12. GuruFocus rates PHS:MRSGI with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of ₱1.28 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 947 Retail - Cyclical companies, Metro Retail Stores Group ranks better than 85.11% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Metro Retail Stores Group's enterprise value is ₱10,847 Mil. Metro Retail Stores Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₱2,718 Mil. Therefore, Metro Retail Stores Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 3.99.

The historical rank and industry rank for Metro Retail Stores Group's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

PHS:MRSGI' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.57   Med: 4.12   Max: 11.91
Current: 3.99

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Metro Retail Stores Group was 11.91. The lowest was 1.57. And the median was 4.12.

PHS:MRSGI's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
85.11% of 947 companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 8.92 vs PHS:MRSGI: 3.99

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 (2026-07-22), Metro Retail Stores Group's stock price is ₱1.09. Metro Retail Stores Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₱0.208. Therefore, Metro Retail Stores Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 5.24.

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


Metro Retail Stores Group  (PHS:MRSGI) 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.

Metro Retail Stores Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.09/0.208
=5.24

Metro Retail Stores Group's share price for today is ₱1.09.
Metro Retail Stores Group'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 ₱0.208.

* 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?


Metro Retail Stores Group EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Metro Retail Stores Group EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Metro Retail Stores Group'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.

Metro Retail Stores Group EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Metro Retail Stores Group Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Metro Retail Stores Group Quarterly Data
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PHS:MRSGI vs DDS, M: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Department Stores subindustry, Metro Retail Stores Group'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.


Metro Retail Stores Group EV-to-EBITDA vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Metro Retail Stores Group's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Metro Retail Stores Group's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Metro Retail Stores Group EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Metro Retail Stores Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=10847.021/2718.334
=3.99

Metro Retail Stores Group's current Enterprise Value is ₱10,847 Mil.
Metro Retail Stores Group'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 ₱2,718 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 3.99 mean?
Metro Retail Stores Group (PHS:MRSGI) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 3.99 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 Metro Retail Stores Group. This is near median its historical median of 4.12. Over the past decade, Metro Retail Stores Group's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.57 to 11.91. According to the industry distribution chart, Metro Retail Stores Group ranks #141 out of 947 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 14.9%.
Is Metro Retail Stores Group's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Metro Retail Stores Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.99 is near median its 10-year median of 4.12. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.57 to a high of 11.91. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.92. Metro Retail Stores Group's value of 3.99 is 55.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Metro Retail Stores Group ranks #141 out of 947 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Metro Retail Stores Group has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Metro Retail Stores Group's EV-to-EBITDA compare to DDS and M?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Metro Retail Stores Group ranks #141 out of 947 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Metro Retail Stores Group in the top 15% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.92. Metro Retail Stores Group's value of 3.99 is 55.3% below this benchmark. Historically, Metro Retail Stores Group's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.57 to 11.91 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.12 vs. the industry median of 8.92, Metro Retail Stores Group 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Retail - Cyclical companies is 8.92, based on 947 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. Metro Retail Stores Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.99 is 55.3% 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 Metro Retail Stores Group. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.92 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Metro Retail Stores Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.99, which is near median its own 10-year median of 4.12. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Metro Retail Stores Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Metro Retail Stores Group (PHS:MRSGI) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₱1.28, compared to a current price of ₱1.09 — trading 14.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.99, which is near median its 10-year median of 4.12 and 55.3% below the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 8.92. Metro Retail Stores Group's overall GF Score™ is 64/100 with 5 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 Metro Retail Stores Group (PHS:MRSGI), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.99 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 Metro Retail Stores Group (PHS:MRSGI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Metro Retail Stores Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₱1.09 is trading 14.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₱1.28. GuruFocus considers Metro Retail Stores Group to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for PHS:MRSGI:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 3.99 (near median its 10-year median of 4.12)
  • GF Value™: ₱1.28 vs. price of ₱1.09 (14.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 64/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 55.3% below the Retail - Cyclical median (#141 of 947)

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


Metro Retail Stores Group Business Description

Address Corner of C.D. Seno and W.O. Seno Streets, Vicsal Building, Guizo, North Reclamation Area, Cebu, Mandaue, PHL, 6014
Metro Retail Stores Group Inc is a company that operates departmental stores, supermarkets, and hypermarkets. It is engaged in the business of trading goods, commodities, wares, and merchandise of any kind, such as clothes, bags, accessories, toys, and household goods. The company offers a selection of meats, seafood, fruits, vegetables, and organic produce, and services to pharmacies, baker's shops, cafes, and fast food outlets. It operates its supermarket under the brand name Metro Supermarket and Metro Fresh 'N Easy; departmental stores under the Metro brand; Hypermarket under Super Metro. The company generates all of its revenue from the operation of these stores.
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