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Price: 18.65 EUR 13.1% Market Closed
Market Cap: €4B

EV/EBITDA

4.4
Current
2%
Cheaper
vs 3-y average of 4.5

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
4.4
=
Enterprise Value
€6.3B
/
EBITDA
€1.3B

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
4.4
=
Enterprise Value
€6.3B
/
EBITDA
€1.3B

Valuation Scenarios

JCDecaux SA is trading below its 3-year average

If EV/EBITDA returns to its 3-Year Average (4.5), the stock would be worth €19.11 (2% upside from current price).

Statistics
Positive Scenarios
4/4
Maximum Downside
No Downside Scenarios
Maximum Upside
+65%
Average Upside
21%
Scenario EV/EBITDA Value Implied Price Upside/Downside
Current Multiple 4.4 €18.65
0%
3-Year Average 4.5 €19.11
+2%
5-Year Average 4.7 €20.03
+7%
Industry Average 4.8 €20.38
+9%
Country Average 7.3 €30.72
+65%

Forward EV/EBITDA
Today’s price vs future ebitda

Today's Enterprise Value EBITDA Forward EV/EBITDA
€6.3B
/
Jan 2026
€1.3B
=
4.4
Current
€6.3B
/
Dec 2026
€838m
=
7.6
Forward
€6.3B
/
Dec 2027
€896.1m
=
7.1
Forward
€6.3B
/
Dec 2028
€946.5m
=
6.7
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
Market Cap EV/EBITDA P/E
FR
JCDecaux SA
XBER:DCS
4.2B EUR 4.4 13.8
US
Omnicom Group Inc
NYSE:OMC
24.6B USD 8.1 -453.3
FR
Publicis Groupe SA
PAR:PUB
20.1B EUR 6 11.9
UK
Informa PLC
LSE:INF
10.9B GBP 10.8 972.2
CN
Focus Media Information Technology Co Ltd
SZSE:002027
89.7B CNY 14 16.7
CN
BlueFocus Intelligent Communications Group Co Ltd
SZSE:300058
63.7B CNY -293.4 -291.9
US
Interpublic Group of Companies Inc
NYSE:IPG
9.2B USD 6.3 16.8
CN
Leo Group Co Ltd
SZSE:002131
53.9B CNY 443.6 110.2
HK
QMMM Holdings Ltd
NASDAQ:QMMM
6.8B USD -2 321.9 -2 306.1
JP
Dentsu Group Inc
TSE:4324
811.7B JPY 4.8 -2.5
FR
JCDecaux SE
PAR:DEC
4.3B EUR 4.9 16.2
EV/EBITDA Multiple
EBITDA Growth EV/EBITDA to Growth
FR
JCDecaux SA
XBER:DCS
Average EV/EBITDA: 55.9
4.4
-9%
N/A
US
Omnicom Group Inc
NYSE:OMC
8.1
26%
0.3
FR
Publicis Groupe SA
PAR:PUB
6
3%
2
UK
Informa PLC
LSE:INF
10.8
9%
1.2
CN
F
Focus Media Information Technology Co Ltd
SZSE:002027
14
16%
0.9
CN
BlueFocus Intelligent Communications Group Co Ltd
SZSE:300058
Negative Multiple: -293.4 N/A N/A
US
Interpublic Group of Companies Inc
NYSE:IPG
6.3
4%
1.6
CN
Leo Group Co Ltd
SZSE:002131
443.6
N/A N/A
HK
QMMM Holdings Ltd
NASDAQ:QMMM
Negative Multiple: -2 321.9 N/A N/A
JP
Dentsu Group Inc
TSE:4324
4.8
5%
1
FR
JCDecaux SE
PAR:DEC
4.9
-9%
N/A
P/E Multiple
Earnings Growth PEG
FR
JCDecaux SA
XBER:DCS
Average P/E: 165.4
13.8
7%
2
US
Omnicom Group Inc
NYSE:OMC
Negative Multiple: -453.3 N/A N/A
FR
Publicis Groupe SA
PAR:PUB
11.9
11%
1.1
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: -291.9 N/A N/A
US
Interpublic Group of Companies Inc
NYSE:IPG
16.8
21%
0.8
CN
Leo Group Co Ltd
SZSE:002131
110.2
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

Market Distribution

Lower than 82% of companies in France
Percentile
18th
Based on 1 558 companies
18th percentile
4.4
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

JCDecaux SA
Glance View

Market Cap
4B EUR
Industry
Media

In the bustling corridors of global commerce, JCDecaux SA has etched its name as a pioneer in the outdoor advertising industry. The company was founded in 1964 by Jean-Claude Decaux, who ingeniously transformed the urban landscape by introducing the world’s first advertising bus shelters. This strategic vision turned ordinary cityscapes into vibrant galleries where brands could capture the imagination of the public. As the world’s largest outdoor advertising company, JCDecaux operates an extensive portfolio that ranges from street-level amenities such as bus shelters and kiosks to large-scale airport and transit advertising solutions. This puts them at the forefront of urban advertising, seamlessly integrating commercial promotion with public services, enhancing both the utility and aesthetic of urban environments. With operations spanning more than 80 countries, JCDecaux has established a robust revenue model that capitalizes on a variety of advertising contracts. These contracts offer advertisers prime real estate in high-traffic areas, ensuring maximum visibility and engagement. Revenue is primarily generated through leasing advertising space to brands and companies eager to leverage the visibility provided by JCDecaux’s distinctive portfolio. The firm's success lies in its ability to offer tailored advertising solutions that blend cutting-edge digital screens with traditional billboard layouts, appealing to a diverse clientele that seeks both innovative and conventional methods to engage audiences. By consistently evolving its offerings with technological advancements and sustainable practices, JCDecaux continues to navigate the dynamic currents of the advertising world, ensuring that it remains a leader in outdoor advertising.

DCS Intrinsic Value
24.64 EUR
Undervaluation 24%
Intrinsic Value
Price €18.65
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