JNEUTRAL

J EV/EBITDA Analysis

19.3x

Updated 249h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

EV/EBITDA, or enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, is a valuation metric that shows how many years of operating earnings an acquirer would need to cover the company's total value.

Sector Performance

72th percentile

19.3x

Sector Median

13.6x

Sector Avg

-30.9x

Prior Period

19.1x(Aug 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

At 19.1x, the market is pricing J at a premium to its sector median of 13.5x, placing it in the 71st percentile among peers. The metric has been generally increasing over the last 8 quarters, but the most recent quarter shows a -2.5% change, while the year-over-year change is not available. The combination of a high level relative to peers and an upward long-term trend suggests elevated valuation risk, even though the latest quarter offers a slight cooling. This does not contradict the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the premium justifies caution, but the recent dip and lack of a confirmed yearly move keep the view balanced rather than bearish. The metric supports a neutral stance rather than an outright buy or sell signal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about J?

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 J'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.