QMCI (QuoteMedia) EV-to-EBITDA: 30.07 (As of Aug. 18, 2026) — 144% Above Median

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QMCI QuoteMedia Inc QMCI
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Price $0.15
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What is QuoteMedia EV-to-EBITDA?

QuoteMedia QMCI -0.66% 50 EV-to-EBITDA is 30.07 as of Aug. 18, 2026, which is 144% above its 10-year median of 12.32. GuruFocus rates QMCI with a GF Score™ of 50/100 and a GF Value™ of $0.25 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 510 Capital Markets companies, QuoteMedia ranks worse than 82.75% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, QuoteMedia's enterprise value is $16.18 Mil. QuoteMedia's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.54 Mil. Therefore, QuoteMedia's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 30.07.

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

QMCI' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.07   Med: 12.32   Max: 110.56
Current: 30.07

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of QuoteMedia was 110.56. The lowest was 5.07. And the median was 12.32.

QMCI's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
82.75% of 510 companies
in the Capital Markets industry
Industry Median: 9.32 vs QMCI: 30.07

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 (2026-08-18), QuoteMedia's stock price is $0.15. QuoteMedia's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-0.030. Therefore, QuoteMedia's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.

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


QuoteMedia  (OTCPK:QMCI) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.15/-0.030
=At Loss

QuoteMedia's share price for today is $0.15.
QuoteMedia'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 $-0.030.

* 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?


QuoteMedia EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


QuoteMedia EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for QuoteMedia'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.

QuoteMedia EV-to-EBITDA Chart

QuoteMedia 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 8.13 7.40 6.90 8.03 19.53

QuoteMedia 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 11.60 17.95 17.25 19.53 28.90

QMCI vs BTOG, MKTW, SPGI: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Financial Data & Stock Exchanges subindustry, QuoteMedia'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.


QuoteMedia EV-to-EBITDA vs Capital Markets Industry

For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, QuoteMedia's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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QuoteMedia EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=16.177/0.538
=30.07

QuoteMedia's current Enterprise Value is $16.18 Mil.
QuoteMedia'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 $0.54 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 30.07 mean?
QuoteMedia (QMCI) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 30.07 as of Aug. 18, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on QuoteMedia. This is 144% above median its historical median of 12.32. Over the past decade, QuoteMedia's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.07 to 110.56. According to the industry distribution chart, QuoteMedia ranks #422 out of 510 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 82.7%.
Is QuoteMedia's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
QuoteMedia's current EV-to-EBITDA of 30.07 is 144% above median its 10-year median of 12.32. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.07 to a high of 110.56. The Capital Markets industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.32. QuoteMedia's value of 30.07 is 222.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, QuoteMedia ranks #422 out of 510 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, QuoteMedia has a GF Score™ of 50/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does QuoteMedia's EV-to-EBITDA compare to BTOG and MKTW?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, QuoteMedia ranks #422 out of 510 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places QuoteMedia in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.32. QuoteMedia's value of 30.07 is 222.6% above this benchmark. Historically, QuoteMedia's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.07 to 110.56 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.32 vs. the industry median of 9.32, QuoteMedia has consistently been above 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 Capital Markets company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Capital Markets companies is 9.32, based on 510 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. QuoteMedia's current EV-to-EBITDA of 30.07 is 222.6% above 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 QuoteMedia. For the Capital Markets industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.32 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. QuoteMedia's current EV-to-EBITDA is 30.07, which is 144% above median its own 10-year median of 12.32. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is QuoteMedia stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, QuoteMedia (QMCI) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.25, compared to a current price of $0.15 — trading 40% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 30.07, which is 144% above median its 10-year median of 12.32 and 222.6% above the Capital Markets industry median of 9.32. QuoteMedia's overall GF Score™ is 50/100 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 QuoteMedia (QMCI), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 30.07 as of Aug. 18, 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 QuoteMedia (QMCI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, QuoteMedia stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $0.15 is trading 40% below its estimated GF Value™ of $0.25. GuruFocus considers QuoteMedia to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for QMCI:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 30.07 (144% above median its 10-year median of 12.32)
  • GF Value™: $0.25 vs. price of $0.15 (40% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 50/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 222.6% above the Capital Markets median (#422 of 510)

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


QuoteMedia Business Description

Address 17100 East Shea Boulevard, Suite 230, Fountain Hills, AZ, USA, 85268
QuoteMedia Inc is a software developer and distributor of financial market data and related services to the marketplace. The Company specializes in the collection, aggregation, and delivery of delayed and real-time financial data via the Internet, and develops software components that deliver dynamic content to banks, brokerage firms, financial institutions, mutual fund companies, online portals, media outlets, public companies, and corporate intranets. It operates in one reportable segment as a distributor of financial market data, offering product lines including Interactive Content and Data APIs, Data Feed Services, and Portfolio Management Systems.
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