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Upson InternationalPHS:UPSON +1.45%49 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.17 as of Jul. 20, 2026, which is 3% above its 10-year median of 4.05. GuruFocus rates PHS:UPSON with a GF Score™ of 49/100 and a GF Value™ of ₱0.97 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 946 Retail - Cyclical companies, Upson International ranks better than 84.36% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Upson International's enterprise value is ₱5,124 Mil.
Upson International's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₱1,229 Mil. Therefore, Upson International's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.17.
The historical rank and industry rank for Upson International's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
PHS:UPSON'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.88 Med: 4.05 Max: 8.31
Current: 4.18
During the past 7 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Upson International was 8.31. The lowest was 2.88. And the median was 4.05.
PHS:UPSON's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 84.36% of 946
companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 8.925
vs PHS:UPSON: 4.18
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.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Upson International (PHS:UPSON) 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.
Upson International's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Upson International's share price for today is ₱0.70.
Upson International'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 ₱0.130.
* 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 Upson International'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.
PHS:UPSON vs CASY, WSM, DKS: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Specialty Retail subindustry, Upson International'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.
Upson International EV-to-EBITDA vs Retail - Cyclical Industry
For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Upson International's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Upson International's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Upson International's current Enterprise Value is ₱5,124 Mil.
Upson International'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 ₱1,229 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.
Upson International (PHS:UPSON) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.17 as of Jul. 20, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Upson International. This is near median its historical median of 4.05. Over the past decade, Upson International's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.88 to 8.31. According to the industry distribution chart, Upson International ranks #148 out of 946 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 15.6%.
Is Upson International's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Upson International's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.17 is near median its 10-year median of 4.05. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.88 to a high of 8.31. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.93. Upson International's value of 4.17 is 53.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Upson International ranks #148 out of 946 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Upson International has a GF Score™ of 49/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Upson International's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CASY and WSM?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Upson International ranks #148 out of 946 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Upson International in the top 16% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.93. Upson International's value of 4.17 is 53.3% below this benchmark. Historically, Upson International's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.88 to 8.31 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.05 vs. the industry median of 8.93, Upson International 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 8.93, based on 946 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. Upson International's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.17 is 53.3% 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 Upson International. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.93 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Upson International's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.17, which is near median its own 10-year median of 4.05. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Upson International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Upson International (PHS:UPSON) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₱0.97, compared to a current price of ₱0.70 — trading 27.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.17, which is near median its 10-year median of 4.05 and 53.3% below the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 8.93. Upson International's overall GF Score™ is 49/100 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 Upson International (PHS:UPSON), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.17 as of Jul. 20, 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 Upson International (PHS:UPSON) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Upson International stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of ₱0.70 is trading 27.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₱0.97.
GuruFocus considers Upson International to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for PHS:UPSON:
EV-to-EBITDA: 4.17 (near median its 10-year median of 4.05)
GF Value™: ₱0.97 vs. price of ₱0.70 (27.8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 53.3% below the Retail - Cyclical median (#148 of 946)
No single metric tells the full story. See the PHS:UPSON stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Upson International Corp is engaged in the business of buying, selling, distributing, marketing, at wholesale and retail all kinds of goods, commodities, wares and merchandise such as but not limited to computer hardware equipment, telecommunications and other similar products. The company operates in two segments 1) Retail of information and communications technology (ICT) products. and 2) Retail of water filtration and purification devices. Key revenue is generated from ICT Products. The Group operates and generates revenue principally in the Philippines.
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