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OTC:PGPEF

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Price: 89.3 USD Market Closed
Market Cap: $22.4B

EV/EBITDA

6
Current
15%
Cheaper
vs 3-y average of 7

Enterprise Value to EBITDA (EV/EBITDA) ratio compares a company`s total enterprise value to its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. It shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company`s earnings, including both equity and debt.

EV/EBITDA
6
=
Enterprise Value
$20.4B
/
EBITDA
€3.4B

Enterprise Value to EBITDA (EV/EBITDA) ratio compares a company`s total enterprise value to its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. It shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company`s earnings, including both equity and debt.

EV/EBITDA
6
=
Enterprise Value
$20.4B
/
EBITDA
€3.4B

Valuation Scenarios

Publicis Groupe SA is trading below its 3-year average

If EV/EBITDA returns to its 3-Year Average (7), the stock would be worth $105.07 (18% upside from current price).

Statistics
Positive Scenarios
3/4
Maximum Downside
-19%
Maximum Upside
+22%
Average Upside
8%
Scenario EV/EBITDA Value Implied Price Upside/Downside
Current Multiple 6 $89.3
0%
3-Year Average 7 $105.07
+18%
5-Year Average 6.6 $99.49
+11%
Industry Average 4.8 $72.24
-19%
Country Average 7.3 $108.92
+22%

Forward EV/EBITDA
Today’s price vs future ebitda

Today's Enterprise Value EBITDA Forward EV/EBITDA
$20.4B
/
Jan 2026
€3.4B
=
6
Current
$20.4B
/
Dec 2026
€3.4B
=
6.1
Forward
$20.4B
/
Dec 2027
€3.5B
=
5.7
Forward
$20.4B
/
Dec 2028
€3.7B
=
5.6
Forward

Forward EV/EBITDA shows whether today’s EV/EBITDA still looks high or low once future ebitda are taken into account.

Peer Comparison

All Multiples
EV/EBITDA
P/E
All Countries
Close
P/E Multiple
Earnings Growth PEG
FR
Publicis Groupe SA
OTC:PGPEF
Average P/E: 166.6
11.9
11%
1.1
US
Omnicom Group Inc
NYSE:OMC
Negative Multiple: -451 N/A N/A
UK
Informa PLC
LSE:INF
972.2
335%
2.9
CN
F
Focus Media Information Technology Co Ltd
SZSE:002027
16.7
8%
2.1
CN
BlueFocus Intelligent Communications Group Co Ltd
SZSE:300058
Negative Multiple: -316.7 N/A N/A
US
Interpublic Group of Companies Inc
NYSE:IPG
16.8
21%
0.8
CN
Leo Group Co Ltd
SZSE:002131
115
N/A N/A
HK
QMMM Holdings Ltd
NASDAQ:QMMM
Negative Multiple: -2 306.1 N/A N/A
JP
Dentsu Group Inc
TSE:4324
Negative Multiple: -2.5 N/A N/A
FR
JCDecaux SE
PAR:DEC
16.2
7%
2.3
JP
CyberAgent Inc
TSE:4751
17.6
14%
1.3

Market Distribution

In line with most companies in France
Percentile
51st
Based on 1 558 companies
51st percentile
7.5
Low
0.1 — 5.3
Typical Range
5.3 — 11.7
High
11.7 —
Distribution Statistics
France
Min 0.1
30th Percentile 5.3
Median 7.3
70th Percentile 11.7
Max 1 862.3

Publicis Groupe SA
Glance View

In the bustling world of global advertising and communications, Publicis Groupe SA stands as a testament to adaptability and innovation. Originating from humble beginnings in France in 1926, the company has woven itself into the very fabric of the industry, using both its historical roots and modern prowess to navigate the ever-evolving landscape. Publicis operates through a diverse portfolio, categorically venturing into sectors such as advertising, digital transformation, media strategy, public affairs, and healthcare communication. This strategic fragmentation allows Publicis to serve a wide array of clients with tailored marketing solutions across geographies, effectively anchoring it in the top tier of global advertising agencies. Their key to success hinges on an integrated approach, harmonizing creativity with data-driven insights across channels to produce impactful narratives that resonate with consumers. Generating revenues through a myriad of services, Publicis Groupe's business model is a finely-tuned engine of profit. Their financial success is primarily driven by creatively crafting, planning, and buying media for their clients, ensuring these brands reach the right audience with compelling messages. Furthermore, Publicis has embraced the digital shift, investing heavily in its capabilities to offer cutting-edge technology solutions that enhance client experiences and drive business performance. This includes not only traditional advertising formats but also a burgeoning emphasis on digital platforms, analytics, and production services, enabling it to capture fees from both traditional and new-age channels. The integration of technology with creativity underlines Publicis's ability to deliver innovative campaigns, thus continually securing lucrative contracts from a robust clientele including multinational giants, thereby ensuring a steady flow of revenue while adapting to the demands of a rapidly changing market.

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