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Adecco Group AGXSWX:ADEN +5.79%60 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.26 as of Jul. 18, 2026, which is 9% below its 10-year median of 10.18. GuruFocus rates XSWX:ADEN with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF25.87 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 902 Business Services companies, Adecco Group AG ranks worse than 58.65% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Adecco Group AG's enterprise value is CHF6,345 Mil.
Adecco Group AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF686 Mil. Therefore, Adecco Group AG's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.26.
The historical rank and industry rank for Adecco Group AG's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:ADEN'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.66 Med: 10.18 Max: 33.36
Current: 9.26
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Adecco Group AG was 33.36. The lowest was 4.66. And the median was 10.18.
XSWX:ADEN's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 58.65% of 902
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.775
vs XSWX:ADEN: 9.26
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 "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Adecco Group AG (XSWX:ADEN) 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.
Adecco Group AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Adecco Group AG's share price for today is CHF20.46.
Adecco Group AG'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 CHF1.663.
* 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 Adecco Group AG'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.
XSWX:ADEN vs KFY, RHI, TNET: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, Adecco Group AG'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.
Adecco Group AG EV-to-EBITDA vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Adecco Group AG's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Adecco Group AG's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Adecco Group AG's current Enterprise Value is CHF6,345 Mil.
Adecco Group AG'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 CHF686 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.
Adecco Group AG (XSWX:ADEN) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.26 as of Jul. 18, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Adecco Group AG. This is near median its historical median of 10.18. Over the past decade, Adecco Group AG's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.66 to 33.36. According to the industry distribution chart, Adecco Group AG ranks #529 out of 902 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 58.6%.
Is Adecco Group AG's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Adecco Group AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.26 is near median its 10-year median of 10.18. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.66 to a high of 33.36. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.78. Adecco Group AG's value of 9.26 is 19.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Adecco Group AG ranks #529 out of 902 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Adecco Group AG has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Adecco Group AG's EV-to-EBITDA compare to KFY and RHI?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Adecco Group AG ranks #529 out of 902 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Adecco Group AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.78. Adecco Group AG's value of 9.26 is 19.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Adecco Group AG's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.66 to 33.36 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.18 vs. the industry median of 7.78, Adecco Group AG 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Business Services companies is 7.78, based on 902 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. Adecco Group AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.26 is 19.1% 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 Adecco Group AG. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.78 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Adecco Group AG's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.26, which is near median its own 10-year median of 10.18. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Adecco Group AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Adecco Group AG (XSWX:ADEN) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF25.87, compared to a current price of CHF20.46 — trading 20.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.26, which is near median its 10-year median of 10.18 and 19.1% above the Business Services industry median of 7.78. Adecco Group AG's overall GF Score™ is 60/100 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 Adecco Group AG (XSWX:ADEN), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.26 as of Jul. 18, 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 Adecco Group AG (XSWX:ADEN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Adecco Group AG stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of CHF20.46 is trading 20.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF25.87.
GuruFocus considers Adecco Group AG to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:ADEN:
EV-to-EBITDA: 9.26 (near median its 10-year median of 10.18)
GF Value™: CHF25.87 vs. price of CHF20.46 (20.9% below fair value)
Industry Position: 19.1% above the Business Services median (#529 of 902)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:ADEN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Adecco Group provides human capital solutions. The majority of its revenue comes from flexible placement, but the company also offers permanent placement, career transition, outsourcing, and consulting services in engineering, digital, and IT. The company is organized into three business units—Adecco, Akkodis, and LHH—and operates in over 60 countries.
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