Barco NV (CHIX:BARB) EV-to-EBITDA: 6.81 (As of Jul. 31, 2026) — 42% Below Median

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CHIX:BARB Barco NV CHIX:BARB
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Price €9.71
GF Value €15.80
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What is Barco NV EV-to-EBITDA?

Barco NV CHIX:BARB 73 EV-to-EBITDA is 6.81 as of Jul. 31, 2026, which is 42% below its 10-year median of 11.82. GuruFocus rates CHIX:BARB with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of €15.80. The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,895 Hardware companies, Barco NV ranks better than 75.04% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Barco NV's enterprise value is €676.4 Mil. Barco NV's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €99.3 Mil. Therefore, Barco NV's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 6.81.

The historical rank and industry rank for Barco NV's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

CHIX:BARb' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.52   Med: 11.82   Max: 48.64
Current: 6.8

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Barco NV was 48.64. The lowest was 3.52. And the median was 11.82.

CHIX:BARb's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
75.04% of 1895 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 13.9 vs CHIX:BARb: 6.80

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 (2026-07-31), Barco NV's stock price is €9.705. Barco NV's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €0.520. Therefore, Barco NV's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 18.66.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


Barco NV  (CHIX:BARb) 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.

Barco NV's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=9.705/0.520
=18.66

Barco NV's share price for today is €9.705.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Barco NV's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €0.520.

* 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).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Barco NV EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Barco NV EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Barco 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.

Barco NV EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Barco NV Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Barco NV Semi-Annual Data
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CHIX:BARB vs APH, GLW, TEL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Electronic Components subindustry, Barco 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.


Barco NV EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Barco NV's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Barco NV's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Barco NV EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Barco NV's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=676.415/99.305
=6.81

Barco NV's current Enterprise Value is €676.4 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Barco NV's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €99.3 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 6.81 mean?
Barco NV (CHIX:BARB) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 6.81 as of Jul. 31, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Barco NV. This is 42% below median its historical median of 11.82. Over the past decade, Barco NV's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.52 to 48.64. According to the industry distribution chart, Barco NV ranks #473 out of 1895 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 25%.
Is Barco NV's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Barco NV's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.81 is 42% below median its 10-year median of 11.82. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.52 to a high of 48.64. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.90. Barco NV's value of 6.81 is 51% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Barco NV ranks #473 out of 1895 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Barco NV has a GF Score™ of 73/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Barco NV's EV-to-EBITDA compare to APH and GLW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Barco NV ranks #473 out of 1895 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Barco NV in the top 25% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.90. Barco NV's value of 6.81 is 51% below this benchmark. Historically, Barco NV's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.52 to 48.64 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.82 vs. the industry median of 13.90, Barco 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Hardware companies is 13.90, based on 1,895 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. Barco NV's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.81 is 51% 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 Barco NV. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.90 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Barco NV's current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.81, which is 42% below median its own 10-year median of 11.82. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Barco NV stock overvalued right now?
Barco NV (CHIX:BARB) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.81. The stock's GF Value™ is €15.80, compared to a current price of €9.71 — trading 38.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.81, which is 42% below median its 10-year median of 11.82 and 51% below the Hardware industry median of 13.90. Barco NV's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 2 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 Barco NV (CHIX:BARB), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.81 as of Jul. 31, 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 Barco NV (CHIX:BARB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Barco NV stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €9.71 is trading 38.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of €15.80.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:BARB:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 6.81 (42% below median its 10-year median of 11.82)
  • GF Value™: €15.80 vs. price of €9.71 (38.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 51% below the Hardware median (#473 of 1895)

No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:BARB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Barco NV Business Description

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Barco NV is an electronics company with three business segments: Entertainment, Enterprise, and Healthcare. The Entertainment business segment, which generates maximum revenue, comprises two business units; Cinema which offers the industry's complete range of laser and lamp-based cinema projectors, including image processing and audio solutions; and the Immersive Experience business unit, which offers solutions tailored to the specific needs of large venues, live events, themed entertainment (museums, theme parks, digital immersive art installations, projection mapping, etc.) and simulation applications: projection, image processing, and related services. Geographically, the group generates maximum revenue from the Americas, followed by EMEA and the Asia-Pacific regions.
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