CPS (Cooper-Standard Holdings) EV-to-EBITDA: 12.24 (As of Aug. 15, 2026) — 85% Above Median

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CPS Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc CPS
59 GF Score
Price $28.45
GF Value $16.66
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Cooper-Standard Holdings EV-to-EBITDA?

Cooper-Standard Holdings CPS +4.48% 59 EV-to-EBITDA is 12.24 as of Aug. 15, 2026, which is 85% above its 10-year median of 6.60. GuruFocus rates CPS with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of $16.66 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,153 Vehicles & Parts companies, Cooper-Standard Holdings ranks worse than 60.45% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Cooper-Standard Holdings's enterprise value is $1,610 Mil. Cooper-Standard Holdings's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $132 Mil. Therefore, Cooper-Standard Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 12.24.

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

CPS' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -239.87   Med: 6.6   Max: 2527.33
Current: 12.24

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Cooper-Standard Holdings was 2527.33. The lowest was -239.87. And the median was 6.60.

CPS's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
60.45% of 1153 companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 9.52 vs CPS: 12.24

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 (2026-08-15), Cooper-Standard Holdings's stock price is $28.45. Cooper-Standard Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-3.140. Therefore, Cooper-Standard Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.

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


Cooper-Standard Holdings  (NYSE:CPS) 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.

Cooper-Standard Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=28.45/-3.140
=At Loss

Cooper-Standard Holdings's share price for today is $28.45.
Cooper-Standard Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-3.140.

* 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?


Cooper-Standard Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Cooper-Standard Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Cooper-Standard 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.

Cooper-Standard Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Cooper-Standard Holdings Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Cooper-Standard Holdings Quarterly Data
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CPS vs MNRO, SLDP, MLR: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, Cooper-Standard 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.


Cooper-Standard Holdings EV-to-EBITDA vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Cooper-Standard Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Cooper-Standard Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Cooper-Standard Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Cooper-Standard Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=1610.191/131.579
=12.24

Cooper-Standard Holdings's current Enterprise Value is $1,610 Mil.
Cooper-Standard Holdings's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $132 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 12.24 mean?
Cooper-Standard Holdings (CPS) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 12.24 as of Aug. 15, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Cooper-Standard Holdings. This is 85% above median its historical median of 6.60. According to the industry distribution chart, Cooper-Standard Holdings ranks #697 out of 1153 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 60.5%.
Is Cooper-Standard Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Cooper-Standard Holdings' current EV-to-EBITDA of 12.24 is 85% above median its 10-year median of 6.60. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.52. Cooper-Standard Holdings' value of 12.24 is 28.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cooper-Standard Holdings ranks #697 out of 1153 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Cooper-Standard Holdings has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cooper-Standard Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA compare to MNRO and SLDP?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Cooper-Standard Holdings ranks #697 out of 1153 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Cooper-Standard Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.52. Cooper-Standard Holdings' value of 12.24 is 28.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 6.60 vs. the industry median of 9.52, Cooper-Standard Holdings 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Vehicles & Parts companies is 9.52, based on 1,153 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. Cooper-Standard Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA of 12.24 is 28.6% 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 Cooper-Standard Holdings. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.52 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cooper-Standard Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA is 12.24, which is 85% above median its own 10-year median of 6.60. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cooper-Standard Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cooper-Standard Holdings (CPS) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $16.66, compared to a current price of $28.45 — trading 70.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 12.24, which is 85% above median its 10-year median of 6.60 and 28.6% above the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 9.52. Cooper-Standard Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 59/100 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 Cooper-Standard Holdings (CPS), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 12.24 as of Aug. 15, 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 Cooper-Standard Holdings (CPS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cooper-Standard Holdings stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $28.45 is trading 70.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $16.66. GuruFocus considers Cooper-Standard Holdings to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CPS:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 12.24 (85% above median its 10-year median of 6.60)
  • GF Value™: $16.66 vs. price of $28.45 (70.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 59/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 28.6% above the Vehicles & Parts median (#697 of 1153)

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


Cooper-Standard Holdings Business Description

Other Exchanges C31:Germany
Address 40300 Traditions Drive, Northville, MI, USA, 48168
Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc is engaged in the manufacture of sealing and fluid handling systems (consisting of fuel and brake delivery systems and fluid transfer systems). Its products are designed for passenger vehicles and light trucks that are manufactured by automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and replacement markets. It has two reportable segments: Sealing Systems and Fluid Handling Systems. The group's geographic regions are North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and South America.
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