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Cadre HoldingsCDRE -3.71%79 EV-to-EBITDA is 18.17 as of Jul. 20, 2026, which is 6% below its 10-year median of 19.38. GuruFocus rates CDRE with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of $38.76 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 265 Aerospace & Defense companies, Cadre Holdings ranks better than 58.11% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Cadre Holdings's enterprise value is $1,591.4 Mil.
Cadre Holdings's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $87.6 Mil. Therefore, Cadre Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 18.17.
The historical rank and industry rank for Cadre Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
CDRE'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 13.63 Med: 19.38 Max: 91.8
Current: 18.17
During the past 7 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Cadre Holdings was 91.80. The lowest was 13.63. And the median was 19.38.
CDRE's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 58.11% of 265
companies
in the Aerospace & Defense industry
Industry Median: 21.3
vs CDRE: 18.17
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.
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.
Cadre Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Cadre Holdings's share price for today is $29.06.
Cadre Holdings'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 $0.890.
* 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 Cadre Holdings'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 Aerospace & Defense subindustry, Cadre Holdings'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.
Cadre Holdings EV-to-EBITDA vs Aerospace & Defense Industry
For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, Cadre Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Cadre Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Cadre Holdings's current Enterprise Value is $1,591.4 Mil.
Cadre Holdings'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 $87.6 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.
Cadre Holdings (CDRE) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 18.17 as of Jul. 20, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Cadre Holdings. This is near median its historical median of 19.38. Over the past decade, Cadre Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 13.63 to 91.80. According to the industry distribution chart, Cadre Holdings ranks #111 out of 265 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 41.9%.
Is Cadre Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Cadre Holdings' current EV-to-EBITDA of 18.17 is near median its 10-year median of 19.38. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 13.63 to a high of 91.80. The Aerospace & Defense industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 21.30. Cadre Holdings' value of 18.17 is 14.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cadre Holdings ranks #111 out of 265 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Cadre Holdings has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cadre Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA compare to RCAT and AVEX?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, Cadre Holdings ranks #111 out of 265 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Cadre Holdings in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 21.30. Cadre Holdings' value of 18.17 is 14.7% below this benchmark. Historically, Cadre Holdings' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 13.63 to 91.80 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 19.38 vs. the industry median of 21.30, Cadre Holdings 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 Aerospace & Defense company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Aerospace & Defense companies is 21.30, based on 265 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. Cadre Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA of 18.17 is 14.7% 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 Cadre Holdings. For the Aerospace & Defense industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 21.30 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cadre Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA is 18.17, which is near median its own 10-year median of 19.38. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cadre Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cadre Holdings (CDRE) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $38.76, compared to a current price of $29.06 — trading 25% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 18.17, which is near median its 10-year median of 19.38 and 14.7% below the Aerospace & Defense industry median of 21.30. Cadre Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 79/100 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 Cadre Holdings (CDRE), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 18.17 as of Jul. 20, 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 Cadre Holdings (CDRE) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cadre Holdings stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $29.06 is trading 25% below its estimated GF Value™ of $38.76.
GuruFocus considers Cadre Holdings to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for CDRE:
EV-to-EBITDA: 18.17 (near median its 10-year median of 19.38)
GF Value™: $38.76 vs. price of $29.06 (25% below fair value)
Industry Position: 14.7% below the Aerospace & Defense median (#111 of 265)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CDRE stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Cadre Holdings Inc is engaged in the design and manufacture of a diversified product portfolio of critical safety and survivability equipment to protect first responders, federal agencies, outdoor recreation, and personal protection markets. The company's equipment provides critical protection to allow its users to safely and securely perform their duties and protect those around them in hazardous or life-threatening situations. Its operations are comprised of two reportable segments - the Product segment, which is comprised of components that manufacture and sell products, and the Distribution segment, which is comprised of business that serves as a one-stop shop for law enforcement agencies that sells goods produced by the Product segment, as well as other third-party products.
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