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IQV EV/EBITDA Analysis

18.2x

Updated 321h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

EV/EBITDA measures a company’s total value relative to its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization — a higher multiple means investors pay more for each unit of operating profit.

Sector Performance

68th percentile

IQV

18.2x

Sector Median

13.6x

Sector Avg

-30.9x

Prior Period

17.9x(Aug 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

The current 18.2x is above the sector median of 13.6x, placing the stock in the 68th percentile among peers, so it is more expensive than most comparable companies. The multiple has been increasing over the last 8 quarters, with a quarter-over-quarter rise of +1.7% to 18.2x from 17.9x; year-over-year change is not available. An elevated and rising valuation implies investors are pricing in stronger future earnings growth, but it also raises the risk of a downward adjustment if performance disappoints. This combination does not flag a clear mispricing, so it aligns with the overall NEUTRAL verdict rather than pushing toward a bullish or bearish stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about IQV?

A valuation multiple preferred by analysts for capital-intensive or leveraged businesses. Useful for cross-sector comparisons where earnings can be distorted by debt.

How is the EV/EBITDA calculated?

EV/EBITDA is calculated as: Enterprise Value / EBITDA.

Who are IQV's closest peers by EV/EBITDA?

The closest peers by EV/EBITDA include: SMTC (76.6x), SHOP (80.2x), OKTA (83.5x), TEAM (101.4x), STEM (102.7x).

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The Formula

Enterprise Value / EBITDA

Why It Matters

A valuation multiple preferred by analysts for capital-intensive or leveraged businesses. Useful for cross-sector comparisons where earnings can be distorted by debt.