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Spectra SystemsSCTQ +12.56%73 EV-to-EBITDA is 3.90 as of Aug. 05, 2026, which is 70% below its 10-year median of 12.83. GuruFocus rates SCTQ with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of $4.21. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,959 Software companies, Spectra Systems ranks better than 86.17% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Spectra Systems's enterprise value is $116.56 Mil.
Spectra Systems's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $29.88 Mil. Therefore, Spectra Systems's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 3.90.
The historical rank and industry rank for Spectra Systems's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
SCTQ'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.42 Med: 12.83 Max: 22.71
Current: 3.9
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Spectra Systems was 22.71. The lowest was 2.42. And the median was 12.83.
SCTQ's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 86.17% of 1959
companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 10.6
vs SCTQ: 3.90
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.
Spectra Systems (OTCPK:SCTQ) 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.
Spectra Systems's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Spectra Systems's share price for today is $2.24.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Spectra Systems's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.410.
* 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 Spectra Systems'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 Software - Application subindustry, Spectra Systems'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.
Spectra Systems EV-to-EBITDA vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, Spectra Systems's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Spectra Systems's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Spectra Systems's current Enterprise Value is $116.56 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Spectra Systems's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $29.88 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.
Spectra Systems (SCTQ) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 3.90 as of Aug. 05, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Spectra Systems. This is 70% below median its historical median of 12.83. Over the past decade, Spectra Systems' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.42 to 22.71. According to the industry distribution chart, Spectra Systems ranks #271 out of 1959 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 13.8%.
Is Spectra Systems' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Spectra Systems' current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.90 is 70% below median its 10-year median of 12.83. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.42 to a high of 22.71. The Software industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.60. Spectra Systems' value of 3.90 is 63.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Spectra Systems ranks #271 out of 1959 companies in the Software industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Spectra Systems has a GF Score™ of 73/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Spectra Systems' EV-to-EBITDA compare to QH and SHOP?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Spectra Systems ranks #271 out of 1959 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Spectra Systems in the top 14% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.60. Spectra Systems' value of 3.90 is 63.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Spectra Systems' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.42 to 22.71 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.83 vs. the industry median of 10.60, Spectra Systems 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 Software company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Software companies is 10.60, based on 1,959 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. Spectra Systems's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.90 is 63.2% 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 Spectra Systems. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.60 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Spectra Systems's current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.90, which is 70% below median its own 10-year median of 12.83. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Spectra Systems stock overvalued right now?
Spectra Systems (SCTQ) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.90. The stock's GF Value™ is $4.21, compared to a current price of $2.24 — trading 46.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.90, which is 70% below median its 10-year median of 12.83 and 63.2% below the Software industry median of 10.60. Spectra Systems' overall GF Score™ is 73/100 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 Spectra Systems (SCTQ), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.90 as of Aug. 05, 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 Spectra Systems (SCTQ) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Spectra Systems stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $2.24 is trading 46.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $4.21.
Key valuation signals for SCTQ:
EV-to-EBITDA: 3.90 (70% below median its 10-year median of 12.83)
GF Value™: $4.21 vs. price of $2.24 (46.8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 63.2% below the Software median (#271 of 1959)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SCTQ stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Spectra Systems Corp manufactures, and markets technology-based products used to authenticate and process banknotes and also offers secure software products for gaming. The company has divided its business into Authentication Systems, Security Printing, and Banknote Cleaning. The company derives maximum revenue from Authentication Systems that involve the hardware, software, and materials related to the authentication of banknotes, tax stamps, and other high-value goods.
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