Irico Group New Energy Co (HKSE:00438) EV-to-EBIT: -15.92 (As of Aug. 30, 2026)

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HKSE:00438 Irico Group New Energy Co Ltd HKSE:00438
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What is Irico Group New Energy Co EV-to-EBIT?

Irico Group New Energy Co HKSE:00438 -0.86% 50 EV-to-EBIT is -15.92 as of Aug. 30, 2026. GuruFocus rates HKSE:00438 with a GF Score™ of 50/100 and a GF Value™ of HK$2.81 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 717 Semiconductors companies, Irico Group New Energy Co ranks worse than 139469.87% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Irico Group New Energy Co's Enterprise Value is HK$6,946 Mil. Irico Group New Energy Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$-436 Mil. Therefore, Irico Group New Energy Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is -15.92.

The historical rank and industry rank for Irico Group New Energy Co's EV-to-EBIT or its related term are showing as below:

HKSE:00438' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -44.94   Med: 13.94   Max: 25.04
Current: -15.92

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Irico Group New Energy Co was 25.04. The lowest was -44.94. And the median was 13.94.

HKSE:00438's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
100% of 717 companies
in the Semiconductors industry
Industry Median: 28.26 vs HKSE:00438: -15.92

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Irico Group New Energy Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$6,727 Mil. Irico Group New Energy Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$-436 Mil. Irico Group New Energy Co's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was -6.49%.


Irico Group New Energy Co  (HKSE:00438) 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) %.

Irico Group New Energy Co'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 )
=-436.27/6727.14524
=-6.49 %

Irico Group New Energy Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$6,727 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Irico Group New Energy Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$-436 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.


Irico Group New Energy Co EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Irico Group New Energy Co EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Irico Group New Energy Co'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.

Irico Group New Energy Co EV-to-EBIT Chart

Irico Group New Energy Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Irico Group New Energy Co Semi-Annual Data
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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 -43.00 0.00 -29.90 0.00 -15.33

HKSE:00438 vs FSLR, NXT, ENPH: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Solar subindustry, Irico Group New Energy Co'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.


Irico Group New Energy Co EV-to-EBIT vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, Irico Group New Energy Co's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Irico Group New Energy Co's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


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Irico Group New Energy Co EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Irico Group New Energy Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=6945.894/-436.27
=-15.92

Irico Group New Energy Co's current Enterprise Value is HK$6,946 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Irico Group New Energy Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$-436 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 -15.92 mean?
Irico Group New Energy Co (HKSE:00438) has a EV-to-EBIT of -15.92 as of Aug. 30, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Irico Group New Energy Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Irico Group New Energy Co ranks #999999 out of 717 companies in the Semiconductors industry.
Is Irico Group New Energy Co's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Irico Group New Energy Co's current EV-to-EBIT is -15.92. Based on the distribution chart, Irico Group New Energy Co ranks #999999 out of 717 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Irico Group New Energy Co has a GF Score™ of 50/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Irico Group New Energy Co's EV-to-EBIT compare to FSLR and NXT?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, Irico Group New Energy Co ranks #999999 out of 717 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Irico Group New Energy Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 28.26. 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 Semiconductors company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Semiconductors companies is 28.26, based on 717 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 Irico Group New Energy Co and its competitors. For the Semiconductors industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 28.26 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Irico Group New Energy Co's current EV-to-EBIT is -15.92. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Irico Group New Energy Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Irico Group New Energy Co (HKSE:00438) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$2.81, compared to a current price of HK$1.15 — trading 59.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is -15.92. Irico Group New Energy Co's overall GF Score™ is 50/100 with 6 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 Irico Group New Energy Co (HKSE:00438), the current EV-to-EBIT is -15.92 as of Aug. 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 Irico Group New Energy Co (HKSE:00438) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Irico Group New Energy Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of HK$1.15 is trading 59.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of HK$2.81. GuruFocus considers Irico Group New Energy Co to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for HKSE:00438:

  • EV-to-EBIT: -15.92
  • GF Value™: HK$2.81 vs. price of HK$1.15 (59.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 50/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:00438 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Irico Group New Energy Co Business Description

Address Xinghuo Avenue, No. 3, C6, High-Tech Industrial Development Zone, Shaanxi Province, Xianyang, CHN, 712000
Irico Group New Energy Co Ltd is mainly engaged in the solar photovoltaic business. Along with its subsidiaries, it produces and sells solar photovoltaic glass, solar photovoltaic modules, and back glass, which is applied to solar cell module packaging. Its geographical segments are: The People's Republic of China (excluding Hong Kong), and Other countries, of which the majority of the revenue comes from China.
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