ScanSourceSCSC -2.92%73 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.80 as of Jul. 04, 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 7.80. GuruFocus rates SCSC with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of $43.72 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,884 Hardware companies, ScanSource ranks better than 74.2% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, ScanSource's enterprise value is $1,016 Mil.
ScanSource's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $130 Mil. Therefore, ScanSource's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.80.
The historical rank and industry rank for ScanSource's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
SCSC'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -35.6 Med: 7.8 Max: 12.34
Current: 7.8
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of ScanSource was 12.34. The lowest was -35.60. And the median was 7.80.
SCSC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 74.2% of 1884
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 16.395
vs SCSC: 7.80
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).
ScanSource (NAS:SCSC) 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.
ScanSource's share price for today is $50.875.
ScanSource'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 $3.290.
* 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 ScanSource'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.
For the Electronics & Computer Distribution subindustry, ScanSource'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.
ScanSource EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, ScanSource's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where ScanSource's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
ScanSource's current Enterprise Value is $1,016 Mil.
ScanSource'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 $130 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.
ScanSource (SCSC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.80 as of Jul. 04, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on ScanSource. This is near median its historical median of 7.80. According to the industry distribution chart, ScanSource ranks #486 out of 1884 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 25.8%.
Is ScanSource's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
ScanSource's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.80 is near median its 10-year median of 7.80. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 16.40. ScanSource's value of 7.80 is 52.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, ScanSource ranks #486 out of 1884 companies in the Hardware industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, ScanSource has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ScanSource's EV-to-EBITDA compare to NLST and CLMB?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, ScanSource ranks #486 out of 1884 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts ScanSource in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 16.40. ScanSource's value of 7.80 is 52.4% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 7.80 vs. the industry median of 16.40, ScanSource 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Hardware companies is 16.40, based on 1,884 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. ScanSource's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.80 is 52.4% 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 ScanSource. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 16.40 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. ScanSource's current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.80, which is near median its own 10-year median of 7.80. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ScanSource stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ScanSource (SCSC) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $43.72, compared to a current price of $50.88 — trading 16.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.80, which is near median its 10-year median of 7.80 and 52.4% below the Hardware industry median of 16.40. ScanSource's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 6 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 ScanSource (SCSC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.80 as of Jul. 04, 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 ScanSource (SCSC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ScanSource stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $50.88 is trading 16.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $43.72.
GuruFocus considers ScanSource to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for SCSC:
EV-to-EBITDA: 7.80 (near median its 10-year median of 7.80)
GF Value™: $43.72 vs. price of $50.88 (16.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 52.4% below the Hardware median (#486 of 1884)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SCSC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
ScanSource Inc provides value-added services for technology manufacturers and sells to resellers in specialty technology markets. The firm's operations are organized in two segments: Specialty Technology Solutions and Intelisys & Advisory Segment. It generates maximum revenue from the Specialty Technology Solutions segment. The Specialty Technology Solutions segment includes the company's business in mobility and barcode, POS, payments, security and networking technologies. Geographically, it derives a majority of revenue from the United States and Canada, and also has its presence in Brazil, and other countries.
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