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KMD BrandsASX:KMD +4.20%47 EV-to-EBITDA is 10.63 as of Jul. 30, 2026, which is 62% above its 10-year median of 6.55. GuruFocus rates ASX:KMD with a GF Score™ of 47/100 and a GF Value™ of A$5.65 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 870 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies, KMD Brands ranks worse than 55.63% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, KMD Brands's enterprise value is A$390.2 Mil.
KMD Brands's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was A$36.7 Mil. Therefore, KMD Brands's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 10.63.
The historical rank and industry rank for KMD Brands's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
ASX:KMD'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.23 Med: 6.55 Max: 14.18
Current: 10.86
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of KMD Brands was 14.18. The lowest was 2.23. And the median was 6.55.
ASX:KMD's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 55.63% of 870
companies
in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry
Industry Median: 9.66
vs ASX:KMD: 10.86
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).
KMD Brands (ASX:KMD) 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.
KMD Brands's share price for today is A$1.49.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. KMD Brands's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was A$-1.688.
* 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 KMD Brands'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 Apparel Manufacturing subindustry, KMD Brands'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.
KMD Brands EV-to-EBITDA vs Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories Industry
For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, KMD Brands's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where KMD Brands's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
KMD Brands's current Enterprise Value is A$390.2 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. KMD Brands's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was A$36.7 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.
KMD Brands (ASX:KMD) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 10.63 as of Jul. 30, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on KMD Brands. This is 62% above median its historical median of 6.55. Over the past decade, KMD Brands' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.23 to 14.18. According to the industry distribution chart, KMD Brands ranks #484 out of 870 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, placing it in the top 55.6%.
Is KMD Brands' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
KMD Brands' current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.63 is 62% above median its 10-year median of 6.55. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.23 to a high of 14.18. The Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.66. KMD Brands' value of 10.63 is 10% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, KMD Brands ranks #484 out of 870 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, KMD Brands has a GF Score™ of 47/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does KMD Brands' EV-to-EBITDA compare to RL and LEVI?
According to the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry distribution chart, KMD Brands ranks #484 out of 870 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places KMD Brands in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.66. KMD Brands' value of 10.63 is 10% above this benchmark. Historically, KMD Brands' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.23 to 14.18 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.55 vs. the industry median of 9.66, KMD Brands 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 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies is 9.66, based on 870 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. KMD Brands's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.63 is 10% 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 KMD Brands. For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.66 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. KMD Brands's current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.63, which is 62% above median its own 10-year median of 6.55. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is KMD Brands stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KMD Brands (ASX:KMD) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is A$5.65, compared to a current price of A$1.49 — trading 73.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.63, which is 62% above median its 10-year median of 6.55 and 10% above the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median of 9.66. KMD Brands' overall GF Score™ is 47/100 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-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For KMD Brands (ASX:KMD), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.63 as of Jul. 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 KMD Brands (ASX:KMD) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KMD Brands stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of A$1.49 is trading 73.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$5.65.
GuruFocus considers KMD Brands to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for ASX:KMD:
EV-to-EBITDA: 10.63 (62% above median its 10-year median of 6.55)
GF Value™: A$5.65 vs. price of A$1.49 (73.6% below fair value)
Industry Position: 10% above the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories median (#484 of 870)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:KMD stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
KMD Brands Ltd is a designer, marketer, retailer, and wholesaler of apparel, footwear, and equipment for surfing and the outdoors. The company operates through three brands including Kathmandu, which is a designer, retailer, and wholesaler of apparel footwear, and equipment for outdoor travel and adventure; Rip Curl, which is a designer, manufacturer, wholesaler and retailer of surfing equipment and apparel; and Oboz, which is a designer, wholesaler and online retailer of outdoor footwear. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the Kathmandu segment.
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