Salzgitter AG (CHIX:SZGD) EV-to-EBIT: 17.50 (As of Jul. 30, 2026) — 788% Above Median

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CHIX:SZGD Salzgitter AG CHIX:SZGD
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Price €55.20
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What is Salzgitter AG EV-to-EBIT?

Salzgitter AG CHIX:SZGD 59 EV-to-EBIT is 17.50 as of Jul. 30, 2026, which is 788% above its 10-year median of 1.97. GuruFocus rates CHIX:SZGD with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of €20.20 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 492 Steel companies, Salzgitter AG ranks worse than 62.8% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Salzgitter AG's Enterprise Value is €3,913 Mil. Salzgitter AG's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €224 Mil. Therefore, Salzgitter AG's EV-to-EBIT for today is 17.50.

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

CHIX:SZGd' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -655.25   Med: 1.97   Max: 40.27
Current: 17.51

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Salzgitter AG was 40.27. The lowest was -655.25. And the median was 1.97.

CHIX:SZGd's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
62.8% of 492 companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 12.975 vs CHIX:SZGd: 17.51

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Salzgitter AG's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was €522 Mil. Salzgitter AG's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €224 Mil. Salzgitter AG's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 42.85%.


Salzgitter AG  (CHIX:SZGd) 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) %.

Salzgitter AG's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Mar. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=223.6/521.7711
=42.85 %

Salzgitter AG's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was €522 Mil.
Salzgitter AG's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €224 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.


Salzgitter AG EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Salzgitter AG EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Salzgitter AG'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.

Salzgitter AG EV-to-EBIT Chart

Salzgitter AG Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Salzgitter AG Quarterly Data
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CHIX:SZGD vs NUE, STLD, RS: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Salzgitter AG'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.


Salzgitter AG EV-to-EBIT vs Steel Industry

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

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


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Salzgitter AG EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Salzgitter AG's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=3912.835/223.6
=17.50

Salzgitter AG's current Enterprise Value is €3,913 Mil.
Salzgitter AG's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €224 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 17.50 mean?
Salzgitter AG (CHIX:SZGD) has a EV-to-EBIT of 17.50 as of Jul. 30, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Salzgitter AG and its competitors. This is 788% above median its historical median of 1.97. According to the industry distribution chart, Salzgitter AG ranks #309 out of 492 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 62.8%.
Is Salzgitter AG's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Salzgitter AG's current EV-to-EBIT of 17.50 is 788% above median its 10-year median of 1.97. The Steel industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.98. Salzgitter AG's value of 17.50 is 34.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Salzgitter AG ranks #309 out of 492 companies in the Steel industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Salzgitter AG has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Salzgitter AG's EV-to-EBIT compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Salzgitter AG ranks #309 out of 492 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Salzgitter AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.98. Salzgitter AG's value of 17.50 is 34.9% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 1.97 vs. the industry median of 12.98, Salzgitter AG 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 12.98, based on 492 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. Salzgitter AG's current EV-to-EBIT of 17.50 is 34.9% 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 Salzgitter AG and its competitors. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 12.98 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Salzgitter AG's current EV-to-EBIT is 17.50, which is 788% above median its own 10-year median of 1.97. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Salzgitter AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Salzgitter AG (CHIX:SZGD) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €20.20, compared to a current price of €55.20 — trading 173.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 17.50, which is 788% above median its 10-year median of 1.97 and 34.9% above the Steel industry median of 12.98. Salzgitter AG's overall GF Score™ is 59/100 with 4 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 Salzgitter AG (CHIX:SZGD), the current EV-to-EBIT is 17.50 as of Jul. 30, 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 Salzgitter AG (CHIX:SZGD) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Salzgitter AG stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €55.20 is trading 173.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of €20.20. GuruFocus considers Salzgitter AG to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:SZGD:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 17.50 (788% above median its 10-year median of 1.97)
  • GF Value™: €20.20 vs. price of €55.20 (173.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 59/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 34.9% above the Steel median (#309 of 492)

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


Salzgitter AG Business Description

Address Eisenhuttenstrasse 99, Salzgitter, DEU, 38239
Salzgitter AG operates as a holding company. It has four divisions: Steel Production, Steel Processing, Trading and Technology. The majority is derived from the Steel Production segment, which manufactures high-quality branded steel & special steel. Its core product offerings include strip steel articles, seamless and welded steel pipes and tubes, and heavy plate count.
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