Vulcan Steel (ASX:VSL) EV-to-EBIT: 35.75 (As of Jul. 16, 2026) — 124% Above Median

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ASX:VSL Vulcan Steel Ltd ASX:VSL
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Price A$5.12
GF Value A$6.27
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Vulcan Steel EV-to-EBIT?

Vulcan Steel ASX:VSL +2.61% 52 EV-to-EBIT is 35.75 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 124% above its 10-year median of 15.97. GuruFocus rates ASX:VSL with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of A$6.27 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 489 Steel companies, Vulcan Steel ranks worse than 82.21% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Vulcan Steel's Enterprise Value is A$1,218.2 Mil. Vulcan Steel's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$34.1 Mil. Therefore, Vulcan Steel's EV-to-EBIT for today is 35.75.

The historical rank and industry rank for Vulcan Steel's EV-to-EBIT or its related term are showing as below:

ASX:VSL' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.42   Med: 15.97   Max: 40.16
Current: 35.75

During the past 4 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Vulcan Steel was 40.16. The lowest was 7.42. And the median was 15.97.

ASX:VSL's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
82.21% of 489 companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 13.33 vs ASX:VSL: 35.75

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Vulcan Steel's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was A$1,514.4 Mil. Vulcan Steel's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$34.1 Mil. Vulcan Steel's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was 2.25%.


Vulcan Steel  (ASX:VSL) EV-to-EBIT Explanation

This is a more accurate valuation of companies' operation because it considers the debt and cash on its balance sheet, and non-operating items such as interest payment, tax, and one-time items are not included in the Operating Income.

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %.

Vulcan Steel's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Dec. 2025 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Dec. 2025 )
=34.076/1514.3862
=2.25 %

Vulcan Steel's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was A$1,514.4 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Vulcan Steel's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$34.1 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.


Vulcan Steel EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Vulcan Steel EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Vulcan Steel's EV-to-EBIT can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Vulcan Steel EV-to-EBIT Chart

Vulcan Steel Annual Data
Trend Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-EBIT
8.09 12.31 18.40 33.29

Vulcan Steel Semi-Annual Data
Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only 0.00 18.40 0.00 33.29 0.00

ASX:VSL vs NUE, STLD, RS: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Vulcan Steel's EV-to-EBIT, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBIT data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Vulcan Steel EV-to-EBIT vs Steel Industry

For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Vulcan Steel's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Vulcan Steel's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


ASX:VSL
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Vulcan Steel EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Vulcan Steel's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=1218.199/34.076
=35.75

Vulcan Steel's current Enterprise Value is A$1,218.2 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Vulcan Steel's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$34.1 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBIT →
What does a EV-to-EBIT of 35.75 mean?
Vulcan Steel (ASX:VSL) has a EV-to-EBIT of 35.75 as of Jul. 16, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Vulcan Steel and its competitors. This is 124% above median its historical median of 15.97. Over the past decade, Vulcan Steel's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.42 to 40.16. According to the industry distribution chart, Vulcan Steel ranks #402 out of 489 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 82.2%.
Is Vulcan Steel's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Vulcan Steel's current EV-to-EBIT of 35.75 is 124% above median its 10-year median of 15.97. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.42 to a high of 40.16. The Steel industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.33. Vulcan Steel's value of 35.75 is 168.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Vulcan Steel ranks #402 out of 489 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Vulcan Steel has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Vulcan Steel's EV-to-EBIT compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Vulcan Steel ranks #402 out of 489 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Vulcan Steel in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.33. Vulcan Steel's value of 35.75 is 168.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Vulcan Steel's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.42 to 40.16 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 15.97 vs. the industry median of 13.33, Vulcan Steel has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBIT for a Steel company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Steel companies is 13.33, based on 489 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBIT significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBIT should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Vulcan Steel's current EV-to-EBIT of 35.75 is 168.2% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBIT mean?
A high EV-to-EBIT can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Vulcan Steel and its competitors. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 13.33 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Vulcan Steel's current EV-to-EBIT is 35.75, which is 124% above median its own 10-year median of 15.97. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Vulcan Steel stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vulcan Steel (ASX:VSL) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$6.27, compared to a current price of A$5.12 — trading 18.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 35.75, which is 124% above median its 10-year median of 15.97 and 168.2% above the Steel industry median of 13.33. Vulcan Steel's overall GF Score™ is 52/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Vulcan Steel (ASX:VSL), the current EV-to-EBIT is 35.75 as of Jul. 16, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Vulcan Steel (ASX:VSL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vulcan Steel stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of A$5.12 is trading 18.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$6.27. GuruFocus considers Vulcan Steel to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:VSL:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 35.75 (124% above median its 10-year median of 15.97)
  • GF Value™: A$6.27 vs. price of A$5.12 (18.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 52/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 168.2% above the Steel median (#402 of 489)

No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:VSL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Vulcan Steel Business Description

Other Exchanges VSL:New Zealand
Address 29 Neales Road, East Tamaki, Auckland, NTL, NZL, 2013
Vulcan Steel Ltd is a metals distributor and processor. Its products include Steel, Stainless Steel, Engineering steel, Plate processing, and Coil processing. The company has two operating segments namely, the Steel business across New Zealand and Australia which includes Steel distribution, Plate processing, and Coil processing; and Metals business across New Zealand, which includes Stainless Steel, Engineering Steel, and Aluminium.
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