DiplomaDPLMF -3.40%97 EV-to-EBIT is 32.43 as of Jul. 12, 2026, which is 18% above its 10-year median of 27.55. GuruFocus rates DPLMF with a GF Score™ of 97/100 and a GF Value™ of $74.02 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 133 Industrial Distribution companies, Diploma ranks worse than 90.98% on this metric.
EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Diploma's Enterprise Value is $12,614 Mil.
Diploma's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $389 Mil. Therefore, Diploma's EV-to-EBIT for today is 32.43.
The historical rank and industry rank for Diploma's EV-to-EBIT or its related term are showing as below:
DPLMF'
s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 17.58 Med: 27.55 Max: 49.1
Current: 32.96
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Diploma was 49.10. The lowest was 17.58. And the median was 27.55.
DPLMF's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than 90.98% of 133
companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 12.51
vs DPLMF: 32.96
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.
Diploma's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $11,054 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Diploma's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $389 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.
Diploma EV-to-EBIT Related Terms
Diploma EV-to-EBIT Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Diploma'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.
For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, Diploma'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.
Diploma EV-to-EBIT vs Industrial Distribution Industry
For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, Diploma's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Diploma's EV-to-EBIT falls into.
Diploma's current Enterprise Value is $12,614 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Diploma's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $389 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.
Diploma (DPLMF) has a EV-to-EBIT of 32.43 as of Jul. 12, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Diploma and its competitors. This is 18% above median its historical median of 27.55. Over the past decade, Diploma's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 17.58 to 49.10. According to the industry distribution chart, Diploma ranks #121 out of 133 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 91%.
Is Diploma's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Diploma's current EV-to-EBIT of 32.43 is 18% above median its 10-year median of 27.55. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 17.58 to a high of 49.10. The Industrial Distribution industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.51. Diploma's value of 32.43 is 159.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Diploma ranks #121 out of 133 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Diploma has a GF Score™ of 97/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Diploma's EV-to-EBIT compare to GWW and FAST?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, Diploma ranks #121 out of 133 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Diploma in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.51. Diploma's value of 32.43 is 159.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Diploma's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 17.58 to 49.10 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 27.55 vs. the industry median of 12.51, Diploma 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 an Industrial Distribution company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Industrial Distribution companies is 12.51, based on 133 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. Diploma's current EV-to-EBIT of 32.43 is 159.2% 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 Diploma and its competitors. For the Industrial Distribution industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 12.51 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Diploma's current EV-to-EBIT is 32.43, which is 18% above median its own 10-year median of 27.55. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Diploma stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Diploma (DPLMF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $74.02, compared to a current price of $91.29 — trading 23.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 32.43, which is 18% above median its 10-year median of 27.55 and 159.2% above the Industrial Distribution industry median of 12.51. Diploma's overall GF Score™ is 97/100 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 Diploma (DPLMF), the current EV-to-EBIT is 32.43 as of Jul. 12, 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 Diploma (DPLMF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Diploma stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $91.29 is trading 23.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $74.02.
GuruFocus considers Diploma to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for DPLMF:
EV-to-EBIT: 32.43 (18% above median its 10-year median of 27.55)
GF Value™: $74.02 vs. price of $91.29 (23.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 159.2% above the Industrial Distribution median (#121 of 133)
No single metric tells the full story. See the DPLMF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Diploma PLC is a group of businesses supplying specialised technical products and services to various industries. The Group is organized into three main reportable business sectors: Controls, Seals and Life Sciences. The company offers consumables, instrumentation, and related services to the healthcare and environmental industries; seals, gaskets, filters, cylinders, components, and kits for heavy mobile machinery and industrial equipment; and specialized wiring, connectors, fasteners, and control devices for various applications. It operates in segments such as Wire & Cable (UK), Industrial Automation, Specialty Adhesives, Windy City Wire, Interconnect and Specialty Fasteners. The company operates in UK, USA, Rest of Europe, and Rest of World.
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