SGU (Star Group LP) EV-to-EBITDA: 3.99 (As of Aug. 01, 2026) — 32% Below Median

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SGU Star Group LP SGU
79 GF Score
Price $12.54
GF Value $12.68
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Star Group LP EV-to-EBITDA?

Star Group LP SGU -0.08% 79 EV-to-EBITDA is 3.99 as of Aug. 01, 2026, which is 32% below its 10-year median of 5.87. GuruFocus rates SGU with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of $12.68 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 763 Oil & Gas companies, Star Group LP ranks better than 79.95% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Star Group LP's enterprise value is $761 Mil. Star Group LP's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $191 Mil. Therefore, Star Group LP's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 3.99.

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

SGU' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.77   Med: 5.87   Max: 13.87
Current: 3.99

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Star Group LP was 13.87. The lowest was 3.77. And the median was 5.87.

SGU's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
79.95% of 763 companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 7.62 vs SGU: 3.99

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 (2026-08-01), Star Group LP's stock price is $12.54. Star Group LP's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $2.440. Therefore, Star Group LP's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 5.14.

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


Star Group LP  (NYSE:SGU) 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.

Star Group LP's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=12.54/2.440
=5.14

Star Group LP's share price for today is $12.54.
Star Group LP'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 $2.440.

* 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?


Star Group LP EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Star Group LP EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Star Group LP'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.

Star Group LP EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Star Group LP Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Star Group LP Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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SGU vs CLNE, FGPR, BDCO: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing subindustry, Star Group LP'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.


Star Group LP EV-to-EBITDA vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Star Group LP's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Star Group LP EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Star Group LP's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=761.194/190.698
=3.99

Star Group LP's current Enterprise Value is $761 Mil.
Star Group LP'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 $191 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 3.99 mean?
Star Group LP (SGU) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 3.99 as of Aug. 01, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Star Group LP. This is 32% below median its historical median of 5.87. Over the past decade, Star Group LP's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.77 to 13.87. According to the industry distribution chart, Star Group LP ranks #153 out of 763 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 20.1%.
Is Star Group LP's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Star Group LP's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.99 is 32% below median its 10-year median of 5.87. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.77 to a high of 13.87. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.62. Star Group LP's value of 3.99 is 47.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Star Group LP ranks #153 out of 763 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Star Group LP has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Star Group LP's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CLNE and FGPR?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Star Group LP ranks #153 out of 763 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Star Group LP in the top 20% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.62. Star Group LP's value of 3.99 is 47.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Star Group LP's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.77 to 13.87 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.87 vs. the industry median of 7.62, Star Group LP 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 an Oil & Gas company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Oil & Gas companies is 7.62, based on 763 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. Star Group LP's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.99 is 47.6% 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 Star Group LP. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.62 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Star Group LP's current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.99, which is 32% below median its own 10-year median of 5.87. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Star Group LP stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Star Group LP (SGU) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $12.68, compared to a current price of $12.54 — trading 1.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.99, which is 32% below median its 10-year median of 5.87 and 47.6% below the Oil & Gas industry median of 7.62. Star Group LP's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 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 Star Group LP (SGU), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.99 as of Aug. 01, 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 Star Group LP (SGU) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Star Group LP stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $12.54 is trading 1.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $12.68. GuruFocus considers Star Group LP to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for SGU:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 3.99 (32% below median its 10-year median of 5.87)
  • GF Value™: $12.68 vs. price of $12.54 (1.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 47.6% below the Oil & Gas median (#153 of 763)

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


Star Group LP Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address 9 West Broad Street, Suite 310, Stamford, CT, USA, 06902
Star Group LP is a home heating oil and propane distributor and services provider with one reportable operating segment that principally provides heating related services to residential and commercial customers. It serves residential and commercial customers whose primary use is to heat their homes and buildings in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic U.S. regions. The company derives the majority of revenue from Petroleum products, which consist of home heating oil and propane as well as diesel fuel and gasoline.
79GF Score

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