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United-GuardianUG +0.42%75 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.44 as of Aug. 23, 2026, which is 19% below its 10-year median of 11.69. GuruFocus rates UG with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of $8.03 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,650 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, United-Guardian ranks worse than 52.06% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, United-Guardian's enterprise value is $23.12 Mil.
United-Guardian's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $2.45 Mil. Therefore, United-Guardian's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.44.
The historical rank and industry rank for United-Guardian's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
UG'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.57 Med: 11.69 Max: 20.63
Current: 9.44
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of United-Guardian was 20.63. The lowest was 6.57. And the median was 11.69.
UG's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 52.06% of 1650
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 9.155
vs UG: 9.44
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.
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.
United-Guardian's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
United-Guardian's share price for today is $7.12.
United-Guardian's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.540.
* 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 United-Guardian'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 Household & Personal Products subindustry, United-Guardian'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.
United-Guardian EV-to-EBITDA vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, United-Guardian's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where United-Guardian's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
United-Guardian's current Enterprise Value is $23.12 Mil.
United-Guardian's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $2.45 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.
United-Guardian (UG) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.44 as of Aug. 23, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on United-Guardian. This is 19% below median its historical median of 11.69. Over the past decade, United-Guardian's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.57 to 20.63. According to the industry distribution chart, United-Guardian ranks #859 out of 1650 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 52.1%.
Is United-Guardian's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
United-Guardian's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.44 is 19% below median its 10-year median of 11.69. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.57 to a high of 20.63. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.16. United-Guardian's value of 9.44 is 3.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, United-Guardian ranks #859 out of 1650 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, United-Guardian has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does United-Guardian's EV-to-EBITDA compare to GROV and RAY?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, United-Guardian ranks #859 out of 1650 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places United-Guardian in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.16. United-Guardian's value of 9.44 is 3.1% above this benchmark. Historically, United-Guardian's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.57 to 20.63 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.69 vs. the industry median of 9.16, United-Guardian has consistently been above 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 9.16, based on 1,650 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. United-Guardian's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.44 is 3.1% above 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 United-Guardian. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.16 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. United-Guardian's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.44, which is 19% below median its own 10-year median of 11.69. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is United-Guardian stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, United-Guardian (UG) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $8.03, compared to a current price of $7.12 — trading 11.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.44, which is 19% below median its 10-year median of 11.69 and 3.1% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 9.16. United-Guardian's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 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 United-Guardian (UG), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.44 as of Aug. 23, 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 United-Guardian (UG) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, United-Guardian stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $7.12 is trading 11.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $8.03.
GuruFocus considers United-Guardian to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for UG:
EV-to-EBITDA: 9.44 (19% below median its 10-year median of 11.69)
GF Value™: $8.03 vs. price of $7.12 (11.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 3.1% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#859 of 1650)
No single metric tells the full story. See the UG stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
United-Guardian Inc manufactures, markets and develops specialty cosmetic, personal care and sexual wellness ingredients, and a line of healthcare products including pharmaceuticals and medical lubricants. Its pharmaceutical products are distributed through national drug wholesalers to pharmacies, physicians, and hospitals. It operates in one business segment and its current product lines are separated into four distinct product categories that are cosmetic ingredients, pharmaceuticals, medical lubricants and sexual wellness. The company's majority of revenue is derived from the sales of Pharmaceuticals in the United States.
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