MFE-MediaForEurope (XMAD:MFEA) EV-to-EBITDA: 4.95 (As of Sep. 20, 2026) — 27% Above Median

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XMAD:MFEA MFE-MediaForEurope XMAD:MFEA
68 GF Score
Price €2.42
GF Value €5.76
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What is MFE-MediaForEurope EV-to-EBITDA?

MFE-MediaForEurope XMAD:MFEA -1.78% 68 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.95 as of Sep. 20, 2026, which is 27% above its 10-year median of 3.89. GuruFocus rates XMAD:MFEA with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of €5.76 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 768 Media - Diversified companies, MFE-MediaForEurope ranks better than 72.4% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, MFE-MediaForEurope's enterprise value is €4,508 Mil. MFE-MediaForEurope's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €911 Mil. Therefore, MFE-MediaForEurope's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.95.

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

XMAD:MFEA' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.03   Med: 3.89   Max: 9.45
Current: 3.93

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of MFE-MediaForEurope was 9.45. The lowest was 2.03. And the median was 3.89.

XMAD:MFEA's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
72.4% of 768 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 7.315 vs XMAD:MFEA: 3.93

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 (2026-09-20), MFE-MediaForEurope's stock price is €2.422. MFE-MediaForEurope's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €0.347. Therefore, MFE-MediaForEurope's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 6.98.

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


MFE-MediaForEurope  (XMAD:MFEA) 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.

MFE-MediaForEurope's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2.422/0.347
=6.98

MFE-MediaForEurope's share price for today is €2.422.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. MFE-MediaForEurope's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €0.347.

* 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?


MFE-MediaForEurope EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


MFE-MediaForEurope EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for MFE-MediaForEurope'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.

MFE-MediaForEurope EV-to-EBITDA Chart

MFE-MediaForEurope Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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MFE-MediaForEurope Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
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 3.45 3.66 4.35 4.06 4.53

XMAD:MFEA vs NXST, NMAX: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Broadcasting subindustry, MFE-MediaForEurope'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.


MFE-MediaForEurope EV-to-EBITDA vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, MFE-MediaForEurope's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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MFE-MediaForEurope EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=4508.200/910.5
=4.95

MFE-MediaForEurope's current Enterprise Value is €4,508 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. MFE-MediaForEurope's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €911 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 4.95 mean?
MFE-MediaForEurope (XMAD:MFEA) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.95 as of Sep. 20, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on MFE-MediaForEurope. This is 27% above median its historical median of 3.89. Over the past decade, MFE-MediaForEurope's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.03 to 9.45. According to the industry distribution chart, MFE-MediaForEurope ranks #212 out of 768 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 27.6%.
Is MFE-MediaForEurope's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
MFE-MediaForEurope's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.95 is 27% above median its 10-year median of 3.89. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.03 to a high of 9.45. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.32. MFE-MediaForEurope's value of 4.95 is 32.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, MFE-MediaForEurope ranks #212 out of 768 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, MFE-MediaForEurope has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MFE-MediaForEurope's EV-to-EBITDA compare to NXST and NMAX?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, MFE-MediaForEurope ranks #212 out of 768 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts MFE-MediaForEurope in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.32. MFE-MediaForEurope's value of 4.95 is 32.3% below this benchmark. Historically, MFE-MediaForEurope's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.03 to 9.45 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 3.89 vs. the industry median of 7.32, MFE-MediaForEurope 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Media - Diversified companies is 7.32, based on 768 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. MFE-MediaForEurope's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.95 is 32.3% 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 MFE-MediaForEurope. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.32 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. MFE-MediaForEurope's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.95, which is 27% above median its own 10-year median of 3.89. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is MFE-MediaForEurope stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MFE-MediaForEurope (XMAD:MFEA) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €5.76, compared to a current price of €2.42 — trading 58% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.95, which is 27% above median its 10-year median of 3.89 and 32.3% below the Media - Diversified industry median of 7.32. MFE-MediaForEurope's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 7 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 MFE-MediaForEurope (XMAD:MFEA), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.95 as of Sep. 20, 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 MFE-MediaForEurope (XMAD:MFEA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MFE-MediaForEurope stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €2.42 is trading 58% below its estimated GF Value™ of €5.76. GuruFocus considers MFE-MediaForEurope to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for XMAD:MFEA:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 4.95 (27% above median its 10-year median of 3.89)
  • GF Value™: €5.76 vs. price of €2.42 (58% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 68/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 32.3% below the Media - Diversified median (#212 of 768)

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


MFE-MediaForEurope Business Description

Address Viale Europa 46, Cologno Monzese, Milan, ITA, 20093
MFE-MediaForEurope is a commercial TV operator in the Italian and Spanish commercial TV sector, offering free-to-air television programming on general interest channels (Canale 5, Italia 1 and Rete 4 in Italy, and Tele5 and Cuatro in Spain) and a wide portfolio of semigeneralist and thematic channels available in linear and on-demand OTT services comprising a broad range of cinema, TV series and children's channel content. The group generates maximum revenue from TV advertising, and the rest from sales of TV rights and productions, pay streaming service, movie distribution, construction, rental, and maintenance of TV equipment, etc. The company's operating segments are: Italy, which is its key revenue-generating market, and Spain.
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