HCMLY (Holcim) EV-to-EBIT: 35.11 (As of Jul. 20, 2026) — 366% Above Median

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HCMLY Holcim Ltd HCMLY
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What is Holcim EV-to-EBIT?

Holcim HCMLY -1.24% 60 EV-to-EBIT is 35.11 as of Jul. 20, 2026, which is 366% above its 10-year median of 7.54. GuruFocus rates HCMLY with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of $7.36 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 321 Building Materials companies, Holcim ranks worse than 87.23% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Holcim's Enterprise Value is $55,467 Mil. Holcim's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $1,580 Mil. Therefore, Holcim's EV-to-EBIT for today is 35.11.

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

HCMLY' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -98.7   Med: 7.54   Max: 682.92
Current: 35.11

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Holcim was 682.92. The lowest was -98.70. And the median was 7.54.

HCMLY's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
87.23% of 321 companies
in the Building Materials industry
Industry Median: 13.22 vs HCMLY: 35.11

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Holcim's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was $58,852 Mil. Holcim's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $1,580 Mil. Holcim's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was 2.68%.


Holcim  (OTCPK:HCMLY) 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) %.

Holcim'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 )
=1579.816/58852.38522
=2.68 %

Holcim's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was $58,852 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Holcim's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $1,580 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.


Holcim EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Holcim EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Holcim'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.

Holcim EV-to-EBIT Chart

Holcim Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Holcim Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 5.62 0.00 12.80 0.00 36.49

HCMLY vs CRH, VMC, MLM: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Building Materials subindustry, Holcim'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.


Holcim EV-to-EBIT vs Building Materials Industry

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

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


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Holcim EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=55467.121/1579.816
=35.11

Holcim's current Enterprise Value is $55,467 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Holcim's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $1,580 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 35.11 mean?
Holcim (HCMLY) has a EV-to-EBIT of 35.11 as of Jul. 20, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Holcim and its competitors. This is 366% above median its historical median of 7.54. According to the industry distribution chart, Holcim ranks #280 out of 321 companies in the Building Materials industry, placing it in the top 87.2%.
Is Holcim's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Holcim's current EV-to-EBIT of 35.11 is 366% above median its 10-year median of 7.54. The Building Materials industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.22. Holcim's value of 35.11 is 165.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Holcim ranks #280 out of 321 companies in the Building Materials industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Holcim has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Holcim's EV-to-EBIT compare to CRH and VMC?
According to the Building Materials industry distribution chart, Holcim ranks #280 out of 321 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Holcim in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.22. Holcim's value of 35.11 is 165.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 7.54 vs. the industry median of 13.22, Holcim 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 Building Materials company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Building Materials companies is 13.22, based on 321 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. Holcim's current EV-to-EBIT of 35.11 is 165.6% 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 Holcim and its competitors. For the Building Materials industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 13.22 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Holcim's current EV-to-EBIT is 35.11, which is 366% above median its own 10-year median of 7.54. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Holcim stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Holcim (HCMLY) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $7.36, compared to a current price of $18.27 — trading 148.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 35.11, which is 366% above median its 10-year median of 7.54 and 165.6% above the Building Materials industry median of 13.22. Holcim's overall GF Score™ is 60/100 with 11 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 Holcim (HCMLY), the current EV-to-EBIT is 35.11 as of Jul. 20, 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 Holcim (HCMLY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Holcim stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $18.27 is trading 148.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $7.36. GuruFocus considers Holcim to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for HCMLY:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 35.11 (366% above median its 10-year median of 7.54)
  • GF Value™: $7.36 vs. price of $18.27 (148.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 60/100 with 11 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 165.6% above the Building Materials median (#280 of 321)

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


Holcim Business Description

Address Grafenauweg 10, Zug, CHE, CH-6300
Holcim is a leader in sustainable construction operating across Europe, Latin America and Asia, Middle East and Africa. Holcim provides high-value Building Materials and Building Solutions, from foundations and flooring to roofing and walling with brands including ECOPact, ECOPlanet and ECOCycle.
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