Acorn EnergyACFN +2.92%62 EV-to-EBITDA is 29.23 as of Jul. 11, 2026, which is 36438% above its 10-year median of 0.08. GuruFocus rates ACFN with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of $13.69 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,889 Hardware companies, Acorn Energy ranks worse than 65.17% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Acorn Energy's enterprise value is $40.08 Mil.
Acorn Energy's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1.37 Mil. Therefore, Acorn Energy's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 29.23.
The historical rank and industry rank for Acorn Energy's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
ACFN'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -257.91 Med: 0.08 Max: 739.76
Current: 29.23
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Acorn Energy was 739.76. The lowest was -257.91. And the median was 0.08.
ACFN's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 65.17% of 1889
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 15.9
vs ACFN: 29.23
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Acorn Energy (NAS:ACFN) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Acorn Energy's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Acorn Energy's share price for today is $17.25.
Acorn Energy's Earnings per Share (Diluted) 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 $0.770.
* 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.
Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).
The historical data trend for Acorn Energy's EV-to-EBITDA 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 Scientific & Technical Instruments subindustry, Acorn Energy's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA 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.
Acorn Energy EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Acorn Energy's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Acorn Energy's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Acorn Energy's current Enterprise Value is $40.08 Mil.
Acorn Energy's EBITDA 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 $1.37 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.
Acorn Energy (ACFN) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 29.23 as of Jul. 11, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Acorn Energy. This is 36438% above median its historical median of 0.08. According to the industry distribution chart, Acorn Energy ranks #1231 out of 1889 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 65.2%.
Is Acorn Energy's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Acorn Energy's current EV-to-EBITDA of 29.23 is 36438% above median its 10-year median of 0.08. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.90. Acorn Energy's value of 29.23 is 83.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Acorn Energy ranks #1231 out of 1889 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Acorn Energy has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Acorn Energy's EV-to-EBITDA compare to LGL and MIND?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Acorn Energy ranks #1231 out of 1889 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Acorn Energy in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.90. Acorn Energy's value of 29.23 is 83.8% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 0.08 vs. the industry median of 15.90, Acorn Energy 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-EBITDA for a Hardware company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Hardware companies is 15.90, based on 1,889 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Acorn Energy's current EV-to-EBITDA of 29.23 is 83.8% 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-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Acorn Energy. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.90 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Acorn Energy's current EV-to-EBITDA is 29.23, which is 36438% above median its own 10-year median of 0.08. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Acorn Energy stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Acorn Energy (ACFN) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.69, compared to a current price of $17.25 — trading 26% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 29.23, which is 36438% above median its 10-year median of 0.08 and 83.8% above the Hardware industry median of 15.90. Acorn Energy's overall GF Score™ is 62/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Acorn Energy (ACFN), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 29.23 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 Acorn Energy (ACFN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Acorn Energy stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $17.25 is trading 26% above its estimated GF Value™ of $13.69.
GuruFocus considers Acorn Energy to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for ACFN:
EV-to-EBITDA: 29.23 (36438% above median its 10-year median of 0.08)
GF Value™: $13.69 vs. price of $17.25 (26% above fair value)
Industry Position: 83.8% above the Hardware median (#1231 of 1889)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ACFN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Acorn Energy Inc is a holding company that focuses on technology-driven solutions for energy infrastructure asset management. The company operates through two segments namely, the PG segment and the CP segment. PG segment provides wireless remote monitoring and control systems and services for critical assets as well as Internet of Things applications which account for the majority of the revenue. CP segment is engaged in providing remote monitoring of cathodic protection systems on gas pipelines for gas utilities and pipeline companies.
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