SFES (Safeguard Scientifics) YoY EBITDA Growth: -90.63% (As of Dec. 2023)

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What is Safeguard Scientifics YoY EBITDA Growth?

Safeguard Scientifics SFES -14.11% 12 YoY EBITDA Growth is -90.63% as of Dec. 2023. GuruFocus rates SFES with a GF Score™ of 12/100.

YoY EBITDA Growth is the percentage change of EBITDA per Share over the past twelve months. Safeguard Scientifics's YoY EBITDA Growth for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2023 was -90.63%.

Safeguard Scientifics's EBITDA per Share for the three months ended in Dec. 2023 was $-0.12.

Safeguard Scientifics YoY EBITDA Growth Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Safeguard Scientifics's YoY EBITDA Growth can be seen below:

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* 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.

Safeguard Scientifics YoY EBITDA Growth Chart

Safeguard Scientifics Annual Data
Trend Dec14 Dec15 Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23
YoY EBITDA Growth
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Safeguard Scientifics Quarterly Data
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Safeguard Scientifics YoY EBITDA Growth Calculation

YoY EBITDA Growth is the percentage change of EBITDA per Share over the past twelve months.

Safeguard Scientifics's YoY EBITDA Growth for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2023 is calculated as:

YoY EBITDA Growth (A: Dec. 2023 )
=(EBITDA per Share (A: Dec. 2023 )-EBITDA per Share (A: Dec. 2022 ))/ | EBITDA per Share (A: Dec. 2022 ) |
=(-0.331--0.276)/ | -0.276 |
=-19.93 %

Safeguard Scientifics's YoY EBITDA Growth for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2023 is calculated as:

YoY EBITDA Growth (Q: Dec. 2023 )
=(EBITDA per Share (Q: Dec. 2023 )-EBITDA per Share (Q: Dec. 2022 )) / | EBITDA per Share (Q: Dec. 2022 )) |
=(-0.122--0.064)/ | -0.064 |
=-90.63 %

* 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.

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What does a YoY EBITDA Growth of -90.63% mean?
Safeguard Scientifics (SFES) has a YoY EBITDA Growth of -90.63% as of Dec. 2023. YoY EBITDA Growth is the percentage change of EBITDA per share over the past 12-month. View historical data for Safeguard Scientifics and its competitors.
Is Safeguard Scientifics' YoY EBITDA Growth too high?
Safeguard Scientifics' current YoY EBITDA Growth is -90.63%. Overall, Safeguard Scientifics has a GF Score™ of 12/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Safeguard Scientifics' YoY EBITDA Growth compare to PIAC and EQS?
Safeguard Scientifics' YoY EBITDA Growth of -90.63% can be compared against companies in the Asset Management industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good YoY EBITDA Growth for an Asset Management company?
A good YoY EBITDA Growth depends on the Asset Management industry context. However, YoY EBITDA Growth 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 YoY EBITDA Growth mean?
A high YoY EBITDA Growth can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. YoY EBITDA Growth is the percentage change of EBITDA per share over the past 12-month. View historical data for Safeguard Scientifics and its competitors. Safeguard Scientifics's current YoY EBITDA Growth is -90.63%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Safeguard Scientifics stock overvalued right now?
Safeguard Scientifics (SFES) has a current YoY EBITDA Growth of -90.63%. The current YoY EBITDA Growth is -90.63%. Safeguard Scientifics' overall GF Score™ is 12/100. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is YoY EBITDA Growth calculated?
YoY EBITDA Growth is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Safeguard Scientifics (SFES), the current YoY EBITDA Growth is -90.63% as of Dec. 2023. 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.

Safeguard Scientifics Business Description

Address 150 North Radnor Chester Road, Suite F-200, Radnor, PA, USA, 19087
Safeguard Scientifics Inc is a holding/investment monetization company managing legacy portfolio investments, rather than an actively growing venture investor. The firm offers strategic, operational, and management support to certain of its ownership interests. Representatives of the firm serve on the boards of directors of certain of its holding/investment companies, working with them to develop and implement strategic and operating plans.
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