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EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, The Simply Good Foods Co's enterprise value is $1,218 Mil.
The Simply Good Foods Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $-204 Mil. Therefore, The Simply Good Foods Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is -5.96.
The historical rank and industry rank for The Simply Good Foods Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
SMPL'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -18.88 Med: 20.31 Max: 1232.13
Current: -5.96
During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of The Simply Good Foods Co was 1232.13. The lowest was -18.88. And the median was 20.31.
SMPL's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 100% of 1642
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 9.07
vs SMPL: -5.96
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 Simply Good Foods Co (NAS:SMPL) 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.
The Simply Good Foods Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
The Simply Good Foods Co's share price for today is $10.19.
The Simply Good Foods Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-2.170.
* 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).
* 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 Packaged Foods subindustry, The Simply Good Foods Co'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.
The Simply Good Foods Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, The Simply Good Foods Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where The Simply Good Foods Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
The Simply Good Foods Co's current Enterprise Value is $1,218 Mil.
The Simply Good Foods Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-204 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.
The Simply Good Foods Co (SMPL) has a EV-to-EBITDA of -5.96 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 The Simply Good Foods Co. According to the industry distribution chart, The Simply Good Foods Co ranks #999999 out of 1642 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry.
Is The Simply Good Foods Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
The Simply Good Foods Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is -5.96. Based on the distribution chart, The Simply Good Foods Co ranks #999999 out of 1642 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, The Simply Good Foods Co has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Simply Good Foods Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to JBSS and MAMA?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, The Simply Good Foods Co ranks #999999 out of 1642 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places The Simply Good Foods Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.07. 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 9.07, based on 1,642 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 The Simply Good Foods Co. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.07 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. The Simply Good Foods Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is -5.96. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is The Simply Good Foods Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Simply Good Foods Co (SMPL) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $39.03, compared to a current price of $10.19 — trading 73.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is -5.96. The Simply Good Foods Co's overall GF Score™ is 59/100 with 3 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 The Simply Good Foods Co (SMPL), the current EV-to-EBITDA is -5.96 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 The Simply Good Foods Co (SMPL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Simply Good Foods Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $10.19 is trading 73.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of $39.03.
GuruFocus considers The Simply Good Foods Co to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for SMPL:
EV-to-EBITDA: -5.96
GF Value™: $39.03 vs. price of $10.19 (73.9% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SMPL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
The Simply Good Foods Co Company is a consumer packaged food and beverage company that develops, markets, and sells protein bars, ready-to-drink protein shakes, sweet and salty snacks, and confectionery products under the Quest, Atkins, and OWYN brands. The products target consumers seeking protein-rich foods with limited sugars and carbohydrates, with OWYN offering plant-based and allergen-tested options. The company distributes mainly in North America through grocery, club, mass merchandise, e-commerce, and specialty channels. It operates two segments: Quest and Atkins, and OWYN. The company operates in North America and internationally, with the majority of revenue coming from North America.
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