SCPPF (S4 Capital) EV-to-EBITDA: 5.43 (As of Jul. 15, 2026) — 13% Below Median

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SCPPF S4 Capital PLC SCPPF
43 GF Score
Price $0.48
GF Value $0.36
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is S4 Capital EV-to-EBITDA?

S4 Capital SCPPF +7.30% 43 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.43 as of Jul. 15, 2026, which is 13% below its 10-year median of 6.25. GuruFocus rates SCPPF with a GF Score™ of 43/100 and a GF Value™ of $0.36 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 745 Media - Diversified companies, S4 Capital ranks better than 62.82% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, S4 Capital's enterprise value is $485 Mil. S4 Capital's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $89 Mil. Therefore, S4 Capital's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.43.

The historical rank and industry rank for S4 Capital's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

SCPPF' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -27.53   Med: 6.25   Max: 413.93
Current: 5.43

During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of S4 Capital was 413.93. The lowest was -27.53. And the median was 6.25.

SCPPF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
62.82% of 745 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 7.27 vs SCPPF: 5.43

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 (2026-07-15), S4 Capital's stock price is $0.48274. S4 Capital's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $-0.050. Therefore, S4 Capital'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).


S4 Capital  (OTCPK:SCPPF) 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.

S4 Capital's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.48274/-0.050
=At Loss

S4 Capital's share price for today is $0.48274.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. S4 Capital's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $-0.050.

* 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?


S4 Capital EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


S4 Capital EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for S4 Capital'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.

S4 Capital EV-to-EBITDA Chart

S4 Capital Annual Data
Trend Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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S4 Capital Semi-Annual Data
Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
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SCPPF vs APP, OMC, TTD: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Advertising Agencies subindustry, S4 Capital'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.


S4 Capital EV-to-EBITDA vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, S4 Capital's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where S4 Capital's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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S4 Capital EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

S4 Capital's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=485.350/89.413
=5.43

S4 Capital's current Enterprise Value is $485 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. S4 Capital's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $89 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 5.43 mean?
S4 Capital (SCPPF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.43 as of Jul. 15, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on S4 Capital. This is 13% below median its historical median of 6.25. According to the industry distribution chart, S4 Capital ranks #277 out of 745 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 37.2%.
Is S4 Capital's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
S4 Capital's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.43 is 13% below median its 10-year median of 6.25. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.27. S4 Capital's value of 5.43 is 25.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, S4 Capital ranks #277 out of 745 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, S4 Capital has a GF Score™ of 43/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does S4 Capital's EV-to-EBITDA compare to APP and OMC?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, S4 Capital ranks #277 out of 745 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts S4 Capital in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.27. S4 Capital's value of 5.43 is 25.3% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 6.25 vs. the industry median of 7.27, S4 Capital 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Media - Diversified companies is 7.27, based on 745 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. S4 Capital's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.43 is 25.3% 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 S4 Capital. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.27 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. S4 Capital's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.43, which is 13% below median its own 10-year median of 6.25. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is S4 Capital stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, S4 Capital (SCPPF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.36, compared to a current price of $0.48 — trading 34.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.43, which is 13% below median its 10-year median of 6.25 and 25.3% below the Media - Diversified industry median of 7.27. S4 Capital's overall GF Score™ is 43/100 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 S4 Capital (SCPPF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.43 as of Jul. 15, 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 S4 Capital (SCPPF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, S4 Capital stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $0.48 is trading 34.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $0.36. GuruFocus considers S4 Capital to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for SCPPF:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 5.43 (13% below median its 10-year median of 6.25)
  • GF Value™: $0.36 vs. price of $0.48 (34.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 43/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 25.3% below the Media - Diversified median (#277 of 745)

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


S4 Capital Business Description

Other Exchanges SFORl:UKSFOR:UK9S4:Germany
Address 12 St James’s Place, London, GBR, SW1A 1NX
S4 Capital PLC is a company whose principal business activities are focused on the provision of new age/new era digital advertising and marketing services. It builds a purely digital advertising and marketing services business for multinational, regional, and local clients and millennial-driven influencer brands. The company integrates businesses in three practice areas: First-Party Data, Content, and Programmatic. The group is organized into two reportable segments- the Marketing Services and Technology Services practices. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the Content segment. Geographically, the company generates the majority of its revenue from the Americas, followed by Europe, the Middle East & Africa, and then Asia Pacific.
43GF Score

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