Herkules (WAR:HRS) EV-to-EBITDA: 1.14 (As of Sep. 21, 2026) — 76% Below Median

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WAR:HRS Herkules SA WAR:HRS
44 GF Score
Price zł1.27
GF Value zł0.81
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Herkules EV-to-EBITDA?

Herkules WAR:HRS -1.17% 44 EV-to-EBITDA is 1.14 as of Sep. 21, 2026, which is 76% below its 10-year median of 4.77. GuruFocus rates WAR:HRS with a GF Score™ of 44/100 and a GF Value™ of zł0.81 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 924 Business Services companies, Herkules ranks better than 94.91% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Herkules's enterprise value is zł57.0 Mil. Herkules's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was zł50.0 Mil. Therefore, Herkules's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 1.14.

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

WAR:HRS' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -30.14   Med: 4.77   Max: 171.34
Current: 1.16

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Herkules was 171.34. The lowest was -30.14. And the median was 4.77.

WAR:HRS's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
94.91% of 924 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.205 vs WAR:HRS: 1.16

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 (2026-09-21), Herkules's stock price is zł1.265. Herkules's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was zł0.902. Therefore, Herkules's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 1.40.

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


Herkules  (WAR:HRS) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.265/0.902
=1.40

Herkules's share price for today is zł1.265.
Herkules'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 zł0.902.

* 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?


Herkules EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Herkules EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Herkules'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.

Herkules EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Herkules Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Herkules 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 3.05 3.83 3.58 1.24 1.15

WAR:HRS vs URI, SUNB, AER: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Rental & Leasing Services subindustry, Herkules'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.


Herkules EV-to-EBITDA vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Herkules's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


WAR:HRS
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Herkules EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=57.037/49.975
=1.14

Herkules's current Enterprise Value is zł57.0 Mil.
Herkules'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 zł50.0 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 1.14 mean?
Herkules (WAR:HRS) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 1.14 as of Sep. 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 Herkules. This is 76% below median its historical median of 4.77. According to the industry distribution chart, Herkules ranks #47 out of 924 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 5.1%.
Is Herkules' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Herkules' current EV-to-EBITDA of 1.14 is 76% below median its 10-year median of 4.77. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.21. Herkules' value of 1.14 is 84.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Herkules ranks #47 out of 924 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Herkules has a GF Score™ of 44/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Herkules' EV-to-EBITDA compare to URI and SUNB?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Herkules ranks #47 out of 924 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Herkules in the top 5% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.21. Herkules' value of 1.14 is 84.2% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 4.77 vs. the industry median of 7.21, Herkules 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 a Business Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Business Services companies is 7.21, based on 924 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. Herkules's current EV-to-EBITDA of 1.14 is 84.2% 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 Herkules. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.21 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Herkules's current EV-to-EBITDA is 1.14, which is 76% below median its own 10-year median of 4.77. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Herkules stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Herkules (WAR:HRS) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is zł0.81, compared to a current price of zł1.27 — trading 56.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 1.14, which is 76% below median its 10-year median of 4.77 and 84.2% below the Business Services industry median of 7.21. Herkules' overall GF Score™ is 44/100 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 Herkules (WAR:HRS), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 1.14 as of Sep. 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 Herkules (WAR:HRS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Herkules stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of zł1.27 is trading 56.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of zł0.81. GuruFocus considers Herkules to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for WAR:HRS:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 1.14 (76% below median its 10-year median of 4.77)
  • GF Value™: zł0.81 vs. price of zł1.27 (56.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 44/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 84.2% below the Business Services median (#47 of 924)

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


Herkules Business Description

Address 5 Annopol Street, Warszawa, POL, 03-236
Herkules SA is engaged in the hoisting equipment rental and oversize load shipping activities in Poland. It rents tower, field, self-propelled, and tracked cranes, as well as offers professional engineer, operator support, and technical advisory services. The company also provides construction and assembly services for general structures, wind farms, telecommunications, and electrical energy facilities.
44GF Score

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