Chemring Group (CHIX:CHGL) EV-to-EBITDA: 17.16 (As of Sep. 01, 2026) — 30% Above Median

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CHIX:CHGL Chemring Group PLC CHIX:CHGL
78 GF Score
Price £5.56
GF Value £4.00
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Chemring Group EV-to-EBITDA?

Chemring Group CHIX:CHGL 78 EV-to-EBITDA is 17.16 as of Sep. 01, 2026, which is 30% above its 10-year median of 13.25. GuruFocus rates CHIX:CHGL with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of £4.00 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 263 Aerospace & Defense companies, Chemring Group ranks better than 55.89% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Chemring Group's enterprise value is £1,633.8 Mil. Chemring Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was £95.2 Mil. Therefore, Chemring Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 17.16.

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

CHIX:CHGl' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.92   Med: 13.25   Max: 45.64
Current: 17.16

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Chemring Group was 45.64. The lowest was 7.92. And the median was 13.25.

CHIX:CHGl's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
55.89% of 263 companies
in the Aerospace & Defense industry
Industry Median: 20.33 vs CHIX:CHGl: 17.16

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 (2026-09-01), Chemring Group's stock price is £5.56. Chemring Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was £0.123. Therefore, Chemring Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 45.20.

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


Chemring Group  (CHIX:CHGl) 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.

Chemring Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=5.56/0.123
=45.20

Chemring Group's share price for today is £5.56.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Chemring Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was £0.123.

* 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?


Chemring Group EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Chemring Group EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Chemring Group'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.

Chemring Group EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Chemring Group Annual Data
Trend Oct16 Oct17 Oct18 Oct19 Oct20 Oct21 Oct22 Oct23 Oct24 Oct25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Chemring Group Semi-Annual Data
Oct16 Apr17 Oct17 Apr18 Oct18 Apr19 Oct19 Apr20 Oct20 Apr21 Oct21 Apr22 Oct22 Apr23 Oct23 Apr24 Oct24 Apr25 Oct25 Apr26
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CHIX:CHGL vs SPCX, GE, RTX: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Aerospace & Defense subindustry, Chemring Group'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.


Chemring Group EV-to-EBITDA vs Aerospace & Defense Industry

For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, Chemring Group's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


CHIX:CHGL
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Chemring Group EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Chemring Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=1633.787/95.2
=17.16

Chemring Group's current Enterprise Value is £1,633.8 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Chemring Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was £95.2 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 17.16 mean?
Chemring Group (CHIX:CHGL) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 17.16 as of Sep. 01, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Chemring Group. This is 30% above median its historical median of 13.25. Over the past decade, Chemring Group's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.92 to 45.64. According to the industry distribution chart, Chemring Group ranks #116 out of 263 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 44.1%.
Is Chemring Group's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Chemring Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 17.16 is 30% above median its 10-year median of 13.25. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.92 to a high of 45.64. The Aerospace & Defense industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 20.33. Chemring Group's value of 17.16 is 15.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Chemring Group ranks #116 out of 263 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Chemring Group has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Chemring Group's EV-to-EBITDA compare to SPCX and GE?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, Chemring Group ranks #116 out of 263 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Chemring Group in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 20.33. Chemring Group's value of 17.16 is 15.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Chemring Group's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.92 to 45.64 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 13.25 vs. the industry median of 20.33, Chemring Group 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 20.33, based on 263 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. Chemring Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 17.16 is 15.6% 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 Chemring Group. For the Aerospace & Defense industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 20.33 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Chemring Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is 17.16, which is 30% above median its own 10-year median of 13.25. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Chemring Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Chemring Group (CHIX:CHGL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £4.00, compared to a current price of £5.56 — trading 39% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 17.16, which is 30% above median its 10-year median of 13.25 and 15.6% below the Aerospace & Defense industry median of 20.33. Chemring Group's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 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 Chemring Group (CHIX:CHGL), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 17.16 as of Sep. 01, 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 Chemring Group (CHIX:CHGL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Chemring Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of £5.56 is trading 39% above its estimated GF Value™ of £4.00. GuruFocus considers Chemring Group to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:CHGL:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 17.16 (30% above median its 10-year median of 13.25)
  • GF Value™: £4.00 vs. price of £5.56 (39% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 15.6% below the Aerospace & Defense median (#116 of 263)

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


Chemring Group Business Description

Address Old Salisbury Lane, Roke Manor, Romsey, Hampshire, GBR, SO51 0ZN
Chemring Group PLC is a defense technology company. The company's operating segment include: i) Countermeasures and Energetics segment: It is engaged in the development and manufacturing of expendable countermeasures for air and sea platforms, cartridge/propellant actuated devices, pyrotechnic devices for satellite launch and deployment, missile components, propellants, separation sub-systems, actuators, and energetic materials, ii) Sensors and Information: it is engaged in the development and manufacturing of electronic countermeasures, chemical and biological threat detection equipment, and explosive hazard detection (EHD) equipment. It generated the majority of the revenue from the Countermeasures and Energetics segment. Geographically, the maximum revenue is generated from the USA.
78GF Score

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