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Akzo Nobel NVAKZOF 75 EV-to-EBITDA is 8.63 as of Aug. 25, 2026, which is 35% below its 10-year median of 13.18. GuruFocus rates AKZOF with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of $62.52 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,332 Chemicals companies, Akzo Nobel NV ranks better than 64.94% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Akzo Nobel NV's enterprise value is $16,016 Mil.
Akzo Nobel NV's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $1,857 Mil. Therefore, Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 8.63.
The historical rank and industry rank for Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
AKZOF'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.9 Med: 13.18 Max: 31.55
Current: 8.6
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Akzo Nobel NV was 31.55. The lowest was 6.90. And the median was 13.18.
AKZOF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 64.94% of 1332
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 12.395
vs AKZOF: 8.60
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.
Akzo Nobel NV (OTCPK:AKZOF) 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.
Akzo Nobel NV's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Akzo Nobel NV's share price for today is $67.50.
Akzo Nobel NV's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $4.306.
* 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 Akzo Nobel NV'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 Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Akzo Nobel NV'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.
Akzo Nobel NV EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Akzo Nobel NV's current Enterprise Value is $16,016 Mil.
Akzo Nobel NV's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $1,857 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.
Akzo Nobel NV (AKZOF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 8.63 as of Aug. 25, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Akzo Nobel NV. This is 35% below median its historical median of 13.18. Over the past decade, Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.90 to 31.55. According to the industry distribution chart, Akzo Nobel NV ranks #467 out of 1332 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 35.1%.
Is Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Akzo Nobel NV's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.63 is 35% below median its 10-year median of 13.18. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.90 to a high of 31.55. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.40. Akzo Nobel NV's value of 8.63 is 30.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Akzo Nobel NV ranks #467 out of 1332 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Akzo Nobel NV has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-EBITDA compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Akzo Nobel NV ranks #467 out of 1332 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Akzo Nobel NV in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.40. Akzo Nobel NV's value of 8.63 is 30.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Akzo Nobel NV's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.90 to 31.55 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 13.18 vs. the industry median of 12.40, Akzo Nobel NV 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-EBITDA for a Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Chemicals companies is 12.40, based on 1,332 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. Akzo Nobel NV's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.63 is 30.4% 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-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 Akzo Nobel NV. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.40 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Akzo Nobel NV's current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.63, which is 35% below median its own 10-year median of 13.18. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Akzo Nobel NV stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Akzo Nobel NV (AKZOF) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $62.52, compared to a current price of $67.50 — trading 8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.63, which is 35% below median its 10-year median of 13.18 and 30.4% below the Chemicals industry median of 12.40. Akzo Nobel NV's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 9 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 Akzo Nobel NV (AKZOF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.63 as of Aug. 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 Akzo Nobel NV (AKZOF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Akzo Nobel NV stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $67.50 is trading 8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $62.52.
GuruFocus considers Akzo Nobel NV to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for AKZOF:
EV-to-EBITDA: 8.63 (35% below median its 10-year median of 13.18)
GF Value™: $62.52 vs. price of $67.50 (8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 30.4% below the Chemicals median (#467 of 1332)
No single metric tells the full story. See the AKZOF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
AkzoNobel is the world's third-largest paints and coatings producer, with its largest market being Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, which accounted for roughly 48% of revenue in 2025. The company operates through two segments: decorative paints, which focuses on architectural interior and exterior coatings, and performance coatings, which serves industrial end markets such as automotive refinish, aerospace, and marine and protective applications.
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