Universal Robina (PHS:URC) EV-to-EBITDA: 6.68 (As of Jul. 22, 2026) — 54% Below Median

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PHS:URC Universal Robina Corp PHS:URC
82 GF Score
Price ₱60.00
GF Value ₱99.81
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Universal Robina EV-to-EBITDA?

Universal Robina PHS:URC -0.17% 82 EV-to-EBITDA is 6.68 as of Jul. 22, 2026, which is 54% below its 10-year median of 14.46. GuruFocus rates PHS:URC with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of ₱99.81 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,642 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Universal Robina ranks better than 67.24% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Universal Robina's enterprise value is ₱139,246 Mil. Universal Robina's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₱20,843 Mil. Therefore, Universal Robina's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 6.68.

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

PHS:URC' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.26   Med: 14.46   Max: 21.01
Current: 6.68

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Universal Robina was 21.01. The lowest was 6.26. And the median was 14.46.

PHS:URC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
67.24% of 1642 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 9.04 vs PHS:URC: 6.68

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), Universal Robina's stock price is ₱60.00. Universal Robina's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₱4.740. Therefore, Universal Robina's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 12.66.

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


Universal Robina  (PHS:URC) 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.

Universal Robina's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=60.00/4.740
=12.66

Universal Robina's share price for today is ₱60.00.
Universal Robina'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 ₱4.740.

* 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?


Universal Robina EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Universal Robina EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Universal Robina'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.

Universal Robina EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Universal Robina Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 12.82 12.56 11.53 8.04 7.68

Universal Robina 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 7.36 9.84 7.50 7.68 7.22

PHS:URC vs KHC, GIS: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Universal Robina'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.


Universal Robina EV-to-EBITDA vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Universal Robina's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Universal Robina EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Universal Robina's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=139245.874/20842.704
=6.68

Universal Robina's current Enterprise Value is ₱139,246 Mil.
Universal Robina'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 ₱20,843 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 6.68 mean?
Universal Robina (PHS:URC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 6.68 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 Universal Robina. This is 54% below median its historical median of 14.46. Over the past decade, Universal Robina's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.26 to 21.01. According to the industry distribution chart, Universal Robina ranks #538 out of 1642 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 32.8%.
Is Universal Robina's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Universal Robina's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.68 is 54% below median its 10-year median of 14.46. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.26 to a high of 21.01. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.04. Universal Robina's value of 6.68 is 26.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Universal Robina ranks #538 out of 1642 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Universal Robina has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Universal Robina's EV-to-EBITDA compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Universal Robina ranks #538 out of 1642 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Universal Robina in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.04. Universal Robina's value of 6.68 is 26.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Universal Robina's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.26 to 21.01 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 14.46 vs. the industry median of 9.04, Universal Robina 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 9.04, based on 1,642 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. Universal Robina's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.68 is 26.1% 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 Universal Robina. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.04 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Universal Robina's current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.68, which is 54% below median its own 10-year median of 14.46. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Universal Robina stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Robina (PHS:URC) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₱99.81, compared to a current price of ₱60.00 — trading 39.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.68, which is 54% below median its 10-year median of 14.46 and 26.1% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 9.04. Universal Robina's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 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 Universal Robina (PHS:URC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.68 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 Universal Robina (PHS:URC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Robina stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₱60.00 is trading 39.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₱99.81. GuruFocus considers Universal Robina to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for PHS:URC:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 6.68 (54% below median its 10-year median of 14.46)
  • GF Value™: ₱99.81 vs. price of ₱60.00 (39.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 26.1% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#538 of 1642)

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


Universal Robina Business Description

Other Exchanges UVRBY:USAUVRBF:USA
Address E. Rodriguez, Jr. Avenue C5 Road, 8th Floor, Tera Tower, Bridgetowne, Ugong Norte, Metro Manila, Quezon City, PHL, 1110
Universal Robina Corp is branded food products companies in the Philippines and has a powerful presence in ASEAN markets. The Group organized into three business segments branded consumer foods which manufactures, distributes, sells and markets a diverse mix of food and beverage products; Animal Nutrition and Health which focuses on animal nutrition through its core animal feeds business, complemented by the expansion of its pet food portfolio, and its drugs and disinfectants; and Commodities. The corporate business segment engages in bonds and securities investment and fund sourcing activities. The majority of revenue comes from Branded consumer foods. The Group operates in the Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, Myanmar, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, China and Hong Kong.
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