SJ (Scienjoy Holding) EV-to-EBITDA: -1.46 (As of Aug. 02, 2026)

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SJ Scienjoy Holding Corp SJ
42 GF Score
Price $1.03
GF Value $0.77
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Scienjoy Holding EV-to-EBITDA?

Scienjoy Holding SJ +3.08% 42 EV-to-EBITDA is -1.46 as of Aug. 02, 2026. GuruFocus rates SJ with a GF Score™ of 42/100 and a GF Value™ of $0.77 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 377 Interactive Media companies, Scienjoy Holding ranks better than 96.82% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Scienjoy Holding's enterprise value is $-7.12 Mil. Scienjoy Holding's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $4.88 Mil. Therefore, Scienjoy Holding's EV-to-EBITDA for today is -1.46.

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

SJ' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -8.85   Med: 2.59   Max: 122.34
Current: -1.46

During the past 8 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Scienjoy Holding was 122.34. The lowest was -8.85. And the median was 2.59.

SJ's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
96.82% of 377 companies
in the Interactive Media industry
Industry Median: 7.55 vs SJ: -1.46

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 (2026-08-02), Scienjoy Holding's stock price is $1.028. Scienjoy Holding's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.105. Therefore, Scienjoy Holding's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 9.79.

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


Scienjoy Holding  (NAS:SJ) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.028/0.105
=9.79

Scienjoy Holding's share price for today is $1.028.
Scienjoy Holding'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 $0.105.

* 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?


Scienjoy Holding EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Scienjoy Holding EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Scienjoy Holding'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.

Scienjoy Holding EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Scienjoy Holding Annual Data
Trend Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 4.90 2.16 20.88 0.32 1.80

Scienjoy Holding Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 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 0.32 -0.36 -1.54 1.80 0.74

SJ vs CCG, GIFT, ZDGE: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Internet Content & Information subindustry, Scienjoy Holding'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.


Scienjoy Holding EV-to-EBITDA vs Interactive Media Industry

For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, Scienjoy Holding's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Scienjoy Holding EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=-7.116/4.883
=-1.46

Scienjoy Holding's current Enterprise Value is $-7.12 Mil.
Scienjoy Holding'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 $4.88 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of -1.46 mean?
Scienjoy Holding (SJ) has a EV-to-EBITDA of -1.46 as of Aug. 02, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Scienjoy Holding. According to the industry distribution chart, Scienjoy Holding ranks #12 out of 377 companies in the Interactive Media industry, placing it in the top 3.2%.
Is Scienjoy Holding's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Scienjoy Holding's current EV-to-EBITDA is -1.46. Based on the distribution chart, Scienjoy Holding ranks #12 out of 377 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Scienjoy Holding has a GF Score™ of 42/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Scienjoy Holding's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CCG and GIFT?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, Scienjoy Holding ranks #12 out of 377 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Scienjoy Holding in the top 3% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.55. 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 Interactive Media company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Interactive Media companies is 7.55, based on 377 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. 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 Scienjoy Holding. For the Interactive Media industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.55 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Scienjoy Holding's current EV-to-EBITDA is -1.46. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Scienjoy Holding stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Scienjoy Holding (SJ) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.77, compared to a current price of $1.03 — trading 33.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is -1.46. Scienjoy Holding's overall GF Score™ is 42/100 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 Scienjoy Holding (SJ), the current EV-to-EBITDA is -1.46 as of Aug. 02, 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 Scienjoy Holding (SJ) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Scienjoy Holding stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $1.03 is trading 33.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $0.77. GuruFocus considers Scienjoy Holding to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for SJ:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: -1.46
  • GF Value™: $0.77 vs. price of $1.03 (33.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 42/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Scienjoy Holding Business Description

Address No. 99 Wangzhou Road, Liangzhu Street, RM 1118, 11th Floor, Building 3, Liangzhu Sub-district, Yuhang District, Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, CHN, 311113
Scienjoy Holding Corp is a provider of mobile live streaming platforms in China and focuses on interactive show live streaming from broadcasters to users. It operates a mobile live streaming business by which it provides live streaming entertainment from professional broadcasters to end-users, allowing for the operation of live social video communities. Using its mobile applications, users can select broadcasters and enter real-time video rooms to interact with them. In addition to the real-time interaction, users can also view photos posted by broadcasters in their personal pages, leave comments, and engage in private chats with broadcasters when such broadcasters are not streaming. In addition, users can also play simple, fun games using virtual currencies within the video rooms.
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