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National Presto IndustriesNPK +1.98%79 EV-to-EBIT is 22.23 as of Jul. 25, 2026, which is 80% above its 10-year median of 12.34. GuruFocus rates NPK with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of $123.19 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 253 Aerospace & Defense companies, National Presto Industries ranks better than 63.64% on this metric.
National Presto Industries (NYSE:NPK) 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.
National Presto Industries's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $980.0 Mil.
National Presto Industries'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 $40.2 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.
National Presto Industries EV-to-EBIT Related Terms
National Presto Industries EV-to-EBIT Historical Data
* 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 Aerospace & Defense subindustry, National Presto Industries'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.
National Presto Industries EV-to-EBIT vs Aerospace & Defense Industry
For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, National Presto Industries's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where National Presto Industries's EV-to-EBIT falls into.
National Presto Industries's current Enterprise Value is $893.8 Mil.
National Presto Industries'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 $40.2 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.
National Presto Industries (NPK) has a EV-to-EBIT of 22.23 as of Jul. 25, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on National Presto Industries and its competitors. This is 80% above median its historical median of 12.34. Over the past decade, National Presto Industries' EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 6.81 to 25.65. According to the industry distribution chart, National Presto Industries ranks #92 out of 253 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 36.4%.
Is National Presto Industries' EV-to-EBIT too high?
National Presto Industries' current EV-to-EBIT of 22.23 is 80% above median its 10-year median of 12.34. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.81 to a high of 25.65. The Aerospace & Defense industry median EV-to-EBIT is 28.13. National Presto Industries' value of 22.23 is 21% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, National Presto Industries ranks #92 out of 253 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, National Presto Industries has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does National Presto Industries' EV-to-EBIT compare to EVEX and AVEX?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, National Presto Industries ranks #92 out of 253 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts National Presto Industries in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 28.13. National Presto Industries' value of 22.23 is 21% below this benchmark. Historically, National Presto Industries' own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 6.81 to 25.65 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.34 vs. the industry median of 28.13, National Presto Industries has consistently been below 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 Aerospace & Defense company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Aerospace & Defense companies is 28.13, based on 253 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. National Presto Industries's current EV-to-EBIT of 22.23 is 21% below 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 National Presto Industries and its competitors. For the Aerospace & Defense industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 28.13 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. National Presto Industries's current EV-to-EBIT is 22.23, which is 80% above median its own 10-year median of 12.34. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is National Presto Industries stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, National Presto Industries (NPK) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $123.19, compared to a current price of $124.40 — trading 1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 22.23, which is 80% above median its 10-year median of 12.34 and 21% below the Aerospace & Defense industry median of 28.13. National Presto Industries' overall GF Score™ is 79/100 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 National Presto Industries (NPK), the current EV-to-EBIT is 22.23 as of Jul. 25, 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 National Presto Industries (NPK) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, National Presto Industries stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $124.40 is trading 1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $123.19.
GuruFocus considers National Presto Industries to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for NPK:
EV-to-EBIT: 22.23 (80% above median its 10-year median of 12.34)
GF Value™: $123.19 vs. price of $124.40 (1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 21% below the Aerospace & Defense median (#92 of 253)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NPK stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
National Presto Industries Inc has an electric product portfolio consisting of household appliances, ammunition, and diapers. The company operates in three segments, namely Defense, Housewares/Small Appliance, and Safety. The defense segment, which is engaged in manufacturing 40mm ammunition, precision mechanical and electro-mechanical assemblies, and medium caliber cartridge cases, performs Load, Assemble, and Pack (LAP) operations on ordnance-related products for the U.S. Government and prime contractor. While the Housewares/Small Appliance segment designs, markets, and distributes housewares and small electrical appliances, the safety segment provides safety technology empowering organizations and individuals to protect what is more important.
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