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AcuityAYI +0.72%92 EV-to-EBITDA is 13.95 as of Aug. 09, 2026, which is 21% above its 10-year median of 11.49. GuruFocus rates AYI with a GF Score™ of 92/100 and a GF Value™ of $317.64 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,473 Industrial Products companies, Acuity ranks better than 54.99% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Acuity's enterprise value is $11,157 Mil.
Acuity's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $800 Mil. Therefore, Acuity's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 13.95.
The historical rank and industry rank for Acuity's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
AYI'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.03 Med: 11.49 Max: 24.18
Current: 13.95
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Acuity was 24.18. The lowest was 6.03. And the median was 11.49.
AYI's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 54.99% of 2473
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 16.09
vs AYI: 13.95
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.
As of today (2026-08-09), Acuity's stock price is $359.58.
Acuity's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $15.080. Therefore, Acuity's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 23.84.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
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.
Acuity's share price for today is $359.58.
Acuity's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $15.080.
* 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 Acuity'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 Electrical Equipment & Parts subindustry, Acuity'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.
Acuity EV-to-EBITDA vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Acuity's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Acuity's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Acuity's current Enterprise Value is $11,157 Mil.
Acuity's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $800 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.
Acuity (AYI) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 13.95 as of Aug. 09, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Acuity. This is 21% above median its historical median of 11.49. Over the past decade, Acuity's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.03 to 24.18. According to the industry distribution chart, Acuity ranks #1113 out of 2473 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 45%.
Is Acuity's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Acuity's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.95 is 21% above median its 10-year median of 11.49. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.03 to a high of 24.18. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 16.09. Acuity's value of 13.95 is 13.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Acuity ranks #1113 out of 2473 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Acuity has a GF Score™ of 92/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Acuity's EV-to-EBITDA compare to FPS and POWL?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Acuity ranks #1113 out of 2473 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Acuity in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 16.09. Acuity's value of 13.95 is 13.3% below this benchmark. Historically, Acuity's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.03 to 24.18 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.49 vs. the industry median of 16.09, Acuity 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Industrial Products companies is 16.09, based on 2,473 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. Acuity's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.95 is 13.3% 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 Acuity. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 16.09 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Acuity's current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.95, which is 21% above median its own 10-year median of 11.49. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Acuity stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Acuity (AYI) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $317.64, compared to a current price of $359.58 — trading 13.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.95, which is 21% above median its 10-year median of 11.49 and 13.3% below the Industrial Products industry median of 16.09. Acuity's overall GF Score™ is 92/100 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 Acuity (AYI), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.95 as of Aug. 09, 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 Acuity (AYI) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Acuity stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $359.58 is trading 13.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $317.64.
GuruFocus considers Acuity to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for AYI:
EV-to-EBITDA: 13.95 (21% above median its 10-year median of 11.49)
GF Value™: $317.64 vs. price of $359.58 (13.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 13.3% below the Industrial Products median (#1113 of 2473)
No single metric tells the full story. See the AYI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Acuity is a leading industrial technology company that offers lighting, lighting controls, and intelligent building solutions. It designs, manufactures, and brings to market products and services relating to these and other offerings. Acuity has two reportable segments: Acuity Brands Lighting and Acuity Intelligent Spaces. ABL sells commercial, architectural, and specialty lighting, including components and control systems. AIS offers building management and audio/visual solutions to help make buildings intelligent.
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