STG (Sunlands Technology Group) EV-to-EBITDA: -0.74 (As of Jul. 21, 2026)

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STG Sunlands Technology Group STG
59 GF Score
Price $3.53
GF Value $6.20
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Sunlands Technology Group EV-to-EBITDA?

Sunlands Technology Group STG -0.28% 59 EV-to-EBITDA is -0.74 as of Jul. 21, 2026. GuruFocus rates STG with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of $6.20 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 209 Education companies, Sunlands Technology Group ranks better than 95.69% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Sunlands Technology Group's enterprise value is $-47.4 Mil. Sunlands Technology Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $63.7 Mil. Therefore, Sunlands Technology Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is -0.74.

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

STG' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -12.92   Med: -0.36   Max: 434.67
Current: -0.74

During the past 11 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Sunlands Technology Group was 434.67. The lowest was -12.92. And the median was -0.36.

STG's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
95.69% of 209 companies
in the Education industry
Industry Median: 6.95 vs STG: -0.74

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 (2026-07-21), Sunlands Technology Group's stock price is $3.53. Sunlands Technology Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $3.853. Therefore, Sunlands Technology Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 0.92.

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


Sunlands Technology Group  (NYSE:STG) 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.

Sunlands Technology Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=3.53/3.853
=0.92

Sunlands Technology Group's share price for today is $3.53.
Sunlands Technology Group'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 $3.853.

* 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?


Sunlands Technology Group EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Sunlands Technology Group EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sunlands Technology Group'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.

Sunlands Technology Group EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Sunlands Technology Group Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.99 0.55 0.56 -0.11 -0.25

Sunlands Technology Group Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 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 -0.31 -0.10 0.28 -0.25 -0.75

STG vs SKIL, AACG, RYET: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Education & Training Services subindustry, Sunlands Technology Group'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.


Sunlands Technology Group EV-to-EBITDA vs Education Industry

For the Education industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Sunlands Technology Group's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Sunlands Technology Group EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Sunlands Technology Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=-47.354/63.71
=-0.74

Sunlands Technology Group's current Enterprise Value is $-47.4 Mil.
Sunlands Technology Group'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 $63.7 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 -0.74 mean?
Sunlands Technology Group (STG) has a EV-to-EBITDA of -0.74 as of Jul. 21, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Sunlands Technology Group. According to the industry distribution chart, Sunlands Technology Group ranks #9 out of 209 companies in the Education industry, placing it in the top 4.3%.
Is Sunlands Technology Group's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Sunlands Technology Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is -0.74. Based on the distribution chart, Sunlands Technology Group ranks #9 out of 209 companies in the Education industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Sunlands Technology Group 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 Sunlands Technology Group's EV-to-EBITDA compare to SKIL and AACG?
According to the Education industry distribution chart, Sunlands Technology Group ranks #9 out of 209 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Sunlands Technology Group in the top 4% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.95. 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 Education company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Education companies is 6.95, based on 209 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 Sunlands Technology Group. For the Education industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.95 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sunlands Technology Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is -0.74. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sunlands Technology Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sunlands Technology Group (STG) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $6.20, compared to a current price of $3.53 — trading 43.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is -0.74. Sunlands Technology Group's overall GF Score™ is 59/100 with 2 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 Sunlands Technology Group (STG), the current EV-to-EBITDA is -0.74 as of Jul. 21, 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 Sunlands Technology Group (STG) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sunlands Technology Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $3.53 is trading 43.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $6.20. GuruFocus considers Sunlands Technology Group to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for STG:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: -0.74
  • GF Value™: $6.20 vs. price of $3.53 (43.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 59/100 with 2 warning signs

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


Sunlands Technology Group Business Description

Other Exchanges S790:Germany
Address No. 36 Chuangyuan Road, Building 6, Chaolai Science Park, Chaoyang District, Beijing, CHN, 100012
Sunlands Technology Group operates in China's adult online education market and adult personal interest learning market through its online platforms. The Group has a deep understanding of the educational needs of its prospective students and offers solutions to help them achieve their goals. It provides online professional courses and educational content, including interest, professional skills, professional certification preparation courses, and degree- or diploma-oriented post-secondary courses. The Group adopts a counseling-oriented sales and marketing approach to offer education solutions based on students' backgrounds and goals, delivering adult online education and personal interest learning through extensive course and content offerings.
59GF Score

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