Knorr-Bremse AGXSWX:KBX 83 EV-to-EBIT is 18.59 as of Jul. 11, 2026, which is 39% above its 10-year median of 13.41. GuruFocus rates XSWX:KBX with a GF Score™ of 83/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF66.74. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,081 Vehicles & Parts companies, Knorr-Bremse AG ranks worse than 65.31% on this metric.
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.
Knorr-Bremse AG's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF16,396 Mil.
Knorr-Bremse AG'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 CHF897 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.
Knorr-Bremse AG EV-to-EBIT Related Terms
Knorr-Bremse AG EV-to-EBIT Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Knorr-Bremse AG'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 Auto Parts subindustry, Knorr-Bremse AG'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.
Knorr-Bremse AG EV-to-EBIT vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Knorr-Bremse AG's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Knorr-Bremse AG's EV-to-EBIT falls into.
Knorr-Bremse AG's current Enterprise Value is CHF16,679 Mil.
Knorr-Bremse AG'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 CHF897 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.
Knorr-Bremse AG (XSWX:KBX) has a EV-to-EBIT of 18.59 as of Jul. 11, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Knorr-Bremse AG and its competitors. This is 39% above median its historical median of 13.41. Over the past decade, Knorr-Bremse AG's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.20 to 21.66. According to the industry distribution chart, Knorr-Bremse AG ranks #706 out of 1081 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 65.3%.
Is Knorr-Bremse AG's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Knorr-Bremse AG's current EV-to-EBIT of 18.59 is 39% above median its 10-year median of 13.41. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.20 to a high of 21.66. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.18. Knorr-Bremse AG's value of 18.59 is 41% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Knorr-Bremse AG ranks #706 out of 1081 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Knorr-Bremse AG has a GF Score™ of 83/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Knorr-Bremse AG's EV-to-EBIT compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Knorr-Bremse AG ranks #706 out of 1081 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Knorr-Bremse AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.18. Knorr-Bremse AG's value of 18.59 is 41% above this benchmark. Historically, Knorr-Bremse AG's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.20 to 21.66 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 13.41 vs. the industry median of 13.18, Knorr-Bremse AG 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Vehicles & Parts companies is 13.18, based on 1,081 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. Knorr-Bremse AG's current EV-to-EBIT of 18.59 is 41% 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 Knorr-Bremse AG and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 13.18 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Knorr-Bremse AG's current EV-to-EBIT is 18.59, which is 39% above median its own 10-year median of 13.41. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Knorr-Bremse AG stock overvalued right now?
Knorr-Bremse AG (XSWX:KBX) has a current EV-to-EBIT of 18.59. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF66.74, compared to a current price of CHF92.60 — trading 38.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 18.59, which is 39% above median its 10-year median of 13.41 and 41% above the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 13.18. Knorr-Bremse AG's overall GF Score™ is 83/100 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 Knorr-Bremse AG (XSWX:KBX), the current EV-to-EBIT is 18.59 as of Jul. 11, 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 Knorr-Bremse AG (XSWX:KBX) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Knorr-Bremse AG stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of CHF92.60 is trading 38.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF66.74.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:KBX:
EV-to-EBIT: 18.59 (39% above median its 10-year median of 13.41)
GF Value™: CHF66.74 vs. price of CHF92.60 (38.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 41% above the Vehicles & Parts median (#706 of 1081)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:KBX stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Knorr-Bremse AG is engaged in the development, production, marketing, and servicing of Automotive parts. It operates its business activities in two divisions: Rail Vehicle Systems and Commercial Vehicle Systems. Its product portfolio comprises Braking, entrance, and HVAC systems; power electric and control technology; digital solutions; couplers; signal systems; pneumatic braking systems; energy supply and distribution systems; wiper and wash systems; and others. Maximum of revenue is from Rail Vehicle System. Its geographical segments are Europe/Africa, North America, South America, and Asia-Pacific. The majority of its revenue is from Europe/Africa.
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