Cherry SE (FRA:C3R) EV-to-EBIT: -2.11 (As of Aug. 15, 2026)

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FRA:C3R Cherry SE FRA:C3R
46 GF Score
Price €1.15
GF Value €1.80
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Cherry SE EV-to-EBIT?

Cherry SE FRA:C3R -2.54% 46 EV-to-EBIT is -2.11 as of Aug. 15, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:C3R with a GF Score™ of 46/100 and a GF Value™ of €1.80 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,772 Hardware companies, Cherry SE ranks worse than 56433.35% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Cherry SE's Enterprise Value is €37.29 Mil. Cherry SE's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €-17.71 Mil. Therefore, Cherry SE's EV-to-EBIT for today is -2.11.

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

FRA:C3R' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.88   Med: -0.75   Max: 87.46
Current: -2.1

During the past 6 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Cherry SE was 87.46. The lowest was -4.88. And the median was -0.75.

FRA:C3R's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
100% of 1772 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 21.345 vs FRA:C3R: -2.10

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Cherry SE's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was €41.46 Mil. Cherry SE's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €-17.71 Mil. Cherry SE's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was -42.71%.


Cherry SE  (FRA:C3R) 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) %.

Cherry SE'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 )
=-17.706/41.4557
=-42.71 %

Cherry SE's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was €41.46 Mil.
Cherry SE'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 €-17.71 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.


Cherry SE EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Cherry SE EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Cherry SE'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.

Cherry SE EV-to-EBIT Chart

Cherry SE Annual Data
Trend Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 0.00 19.83 -3.96 -0.69 -1.25

Cherry SE Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Mar26
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FRA:C3R vs DELL, ANET, SNDK: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Computer Hardware subindustry, Cherry SE'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.


Cherry SE EV-to-EBIT vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Cherry SE's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Cherry SE EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Cherry SE's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=37.288/-17.706
=-2.11

Cherry SE's current Enterprise Value is €37.29 Mil.
Cherry SE'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 €-17.71 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 -2.11 mean?
Cherry SE (FRA:C3R) has a EV-to-EBIT of -2.11 as of Aug. 15, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Cherry SE and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Cherry SE ranks #999999 out of 1772 companies in the Hardware industry.
Is Cherry SE's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Cherry SE's current EV-to-EBIT is -2.11. Based on the distribution chart, Cherry SE ranks #999999 out of 1772 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Cherry SE has a GF Score™ of 46/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cherry SE's EV-to-EBIT compare to DELL and ANET?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Cherry SE ranks #999999 out of 1772 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Cherry SE in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 21.35. 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Hardware companies is 21.35, based on 1,772 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. 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 Cherry SE and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 21.35 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cherry SE's current EV-to-EBIT is -2.11. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cherry SE stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cherry SE (FRA:C3R) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €1.80, compared to a current price of €1.15 — trading 36.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is -2.11. Cherry SE's overall GF Score™ is 46/100 with 3 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 Cherry SE (FRA:C3R), the current EV-to-EBIT is -2.11 as of Aug. 15, 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 Cherry SE (FRA:C3R) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cherry SE stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €1.15 is trading 36.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of €1.80. GuruFocus considers Cherry SE to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for FRA:C3R:

  • EV-to-EBIT: -2.11
  • GF Value™: €1.80 vs. price of €1.15 (36.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 46/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:C3R stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Cherry SE Business Description

Other Exchanges C3RY:Germany
Address c/o Mindspace, Rosental 7, Munich, DEU, 80331
Cherry SE is a manufacturer of high-end mechanical keyboard switches and computer input devices such as keyboards, mice, microphones, and headsets for gaming and e-sports and (hybrid) office workstation applications as well as industrial applications and the healthcare sector. The product offerings of the company include USB-A / USB-C Adapters, Mice, Accessories, and other products. The company's activities are divided into three different business segments: Components segment; Gaming & Office Peripherals segment; and Digital Health & Solutions segment. It generates majority of its revenue from Gaming & Office Peripherals segment which includes the business with computer peripherals for professional use in gaming and e-sports as well as for use in (hybrid) office solutions and industry.
46GF Score

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