EPAM Systems Experiences Evaluation Adjustment Amidst Challenging Market Performance

EPAM Systems, Inc., a small-cap player in the Computers - Software & Consulting industry, has recently undergone a valuation adjustment. The company's current P/E ratio stands at 24, while its price-to-book value is noted at 2.77. Other key financial metrics include an EV to EBIT of 16.45 and an EV to EBITDA of 13.15, indicating its operational efficiency. The return on capital employed (ROCE) is reported at 21.59%, and the return on equity (ROE) is at 11.75%.
In terms of market performance, EPAM Systems has faced challenges, with a year-to-date return of -38.19%, significantly lagging behind the S&P 500's 13.30% return during the same period. Over the past year, the stock has declined by 27.18%, while the S&P 500 has gained 14.08%. Comparatively, the company's performance over three and five years shows a stark contrast, with EPAM down 56.66% and 58.78%, respectively, against the S&P 500's substantial gains.

This evaluation revision reflects the company's current market position and performance metrics, highlighting the challenges it faces relative to broader market trends.