CUOTF (CIE Automotive) EV-to-EBITDA: 5.53 (As of Jul. 26, 2026) — 29% Below Median

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CUOTF CIE Automotive SA CUOTF
91 GF Score
Price $31.00
GF Value $31.83
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What is CIE Automotive EV-to-EBITDA?

CIE Automotive CUOTF +32.14% 91 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.53 as of Jul. 26, 2026, which is 29% below its 10-year median of 7.77. GuruFocus rates CUOTF with a GF Score™ of 91/100 and a GF Value™ of $31.83. The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,143 Vehicles & Parts companies, CIE Automotive ranks better than 70.25% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, CIE Automotive's enterprise value is $5,112 Mil. CIE Automotive's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $925 Mil. Therefore, CIE Automotive's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.53.

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

CUOTF' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.32   Med: 7.77   Max: 12
Current: 5.64

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of CIE Automotive was 12.00. The lowest was 5.32. And the median was 7.77.

CUOTF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
70.25% of 1143 companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 9.33 vs CUOTF: 5.64

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 (2026-07-26), CIE Automotive's stock price is $31.00. CIE Automotive's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $3.266. Therefore, CIE Automotive's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 9.49.

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


CIE Automotive  (OTCPK:CUOTF) 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.

CIE Automotive's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=31.00/3.266
=9.49

CIE Automotive's share price for today is $31.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. CIE Automotive's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $3.266.

* 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?


CIE Automotive EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


CIE Automotive EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for CIE Automotive'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.

CIE Automotive EV-to-EBITDA Chart

CIE Automotive Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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CIE Automotive Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 6.26 0.00 5.96 0.00 6.23

CUOTF vs ORLY, AZO, GPC: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, CIE Automotive'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.


CIE Automotive EV-to-EBITDA vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

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

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


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CIE Automotive EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

CIE Automotive's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=5111.787/925.151
=5.53

CIE Automotive's current Enterprise Value is $5,112 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. CIE Automotive's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $925 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 5.53 mean?
CIE Automotive (CUOTF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.53 as of Jul. 26, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on CIE Automotive. This is 29% below median its historical median of 7.77. Over the past decade, CIE Automotive's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.32 to 12.00. According to the industry distribution chart, CIE Automotive ranks #340 out of 1143 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 29.7%.
Is CIE Automotive's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
CIE Automotive's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.53 is 29% below median its 10-year median of 7.77. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.32 to a high of 12.00. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.33. CIE Automotive's value of 5.53 is 40.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, CIE Automotive ranks #340 out of 1143 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, CIE Automotive has a GF Score™ of 91/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CIE Automotive's EV-to-EBITDA compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, CIE Automotive ranks #340 out of 1143 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts CIE Automotive in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.33. CIE Automotive's value of 5.53 is 40.7% below this benchmark. Historically, CIE Automotive's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.32 to 12.00 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.77 vs. the industry median of 9.33, CIE Automotive 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Vehicles & Parts companies is 9.33, based on 1,143 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. CIE Automotive's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.53 is 40.7% 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 CIE Automotive. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.33 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. CIE Automotive's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.53, which is 29% below median its own 10-year median of 7.77. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CIE Automotive stock overvalued right now?
CIE Automotive (CUOTF) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.53. The stock's GF Value™ is $31.83, compared to a current price of $31.00 — trading 2.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.53, which is 29% below median its 10-year median of 7.77 and 40.7% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 9.33. CIE Automotive's overall GF Score™ is 91/100 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 CIE Automotive (CUOTF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.53 as of Jul. 26, 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 CIE Automotive (CUOTF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CIE Automotive stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $31.00 is trading 2.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $31.83.

Key valuation signals for CUOTF:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 5.53 (29% below median its 10-year median of 7.77)
  • GF Value™: $31.83 vs. price of $31.00 (2.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 91/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 40.7% below the Vehicles & Parts median (#340 of 1143)

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


CIE Automotive Business Description

Address Alameda Mazarredo 69, Vizcaya, 8th floo, Bilbao, ESP, 48009
CIE Automotive SA is a supplier of components and subassemblies for the automotive market. Cie Automotive produces components for engines, gearboxes, transmissions, chassis, interior and exterior trims, and roof systems. The company's clients include Renault, Magna, Chrysler, Daimler, Schaeffler, Ford, Nexteer, Volkswagen, and Faurecia. Next to its core automotive business, Cie Automotive operates a process improvement service through a subsidiary. The majority of revenue and operating profits are generated in Cie Automotive's core segment automotive components. Geographically, Europe and NAFTA are the largest sources of operating profits for the company.
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