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DiplomaDPLMF -3.40%97 EV-to-EBITDA is 24.45 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 10% above its 10-year median of 22.13. GuruFocus rates DPLMF with a GF Score™ of 97/100 and a GF Value™ of $74.09 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 142 Industrial Distribution companies, Diploma ranks worse than 88.03% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Diploma's enterprise value is $12,623 Mil.
Diploma's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $516 Mil. Therefore, Diploma's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 24.45.
The historical rank and industry rank for Diploma's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
DPLMF'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 15.63 Med: 22.13 Max: 41.54
Current: 24.83
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Diploma was 41.54. The lowest was 15.63. And the median was 22.13.
DPLMF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 88.03% of 142
companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 8.935
vs DPLMF: 24.83
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.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Diploma (OTCPK:DPLMF) 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.
Diploma's share price for today is $91.29.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Diploma's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1.889.
* 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 Diploma'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 Industrial Distribution subindustry, Diploma'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.
Diploma EV-to-EBITDA vs Industrial Distribution Industry
For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, Diploma's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Diploma's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Diploma's current Enterprise Value is $12,623 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Diploma's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $516 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.
Diploma (DPLMF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 24.45 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Diploma. This is 10% above median its historical median of 22.13. Over the past decade, Diploma's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 15.63 to 41.54. According to the industry distribution chart, Diploma ranks #125 out of 142 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 88%.
Is Diploma's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Diploma's current EV-to-EBITDA of 24.45 is 10% above median its 10-year median of 22.13. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 15.63 to a high of 41.54. The Industrial Distribution industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.94. Diploma's value of 24.45 is 173.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Diploma ranks #125 out of 142 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Diploma has a GF Score™ of 97/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Diploma's EV-to-EBITDA compare to GWW and FAST?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, Diploma ranks #125 out of 142 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Diploma in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.94. Diploma's value of 24.45 is 173.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Diploma's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 15.63 to 41.54 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 22.13 vs. the industry median of 8.94, Diploma 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 an Industrial Distribution company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Industrial Distribution companies is 8.94, based on 142 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. Diploma's current EV-to-EBITDA of 24.45 is 173.6% 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 Diploma. For the Industrial Distribution industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.94 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Diploma's current EV-to-EBITDA is 24.45, which is 10% above median its own 10-year median of 22.13. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Diploma stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Diploma (DPLMF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $74.09, compared to a current price of $91.29 — trading 23.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 24.45, which is 10% above median its 10-year median of 22.13 and 173.6% above the Industrial Distribution industry median of 8.94. Diploma's overall GF Score™ is 97/100 with 5 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 Diploma (DPLMF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 24.45 as of Jul. 14, 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 Diploma (DPLMF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Diploma stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $91.29 is trading 23.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $74.09.
GuruFocus considers Diploma to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for DPLMF:
EV-to-EBITDA: 24.45 (10% above median its 10-year median of 22.13)
GF Value™: $74.09 vs. price of $91.29 (23.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 173.6% above the Industrial Distribution median (#125 of 142)
No single metric tells the full story. See the DPLMF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Diploma PLC is a group of businesses supplying specialised technical products and services to various industries. The Group is organized into three main reportable business sectors: Controls, Seals and Life Sciences. The company offers consumables, instrumentation, and related services to the healthcare and environmental industries; seals, gaskets, filters, cylinders, components, and kits for heavy mobile machinery and industrial equipment; and specialized wiring, connectors, fasteners, and control devices for various applications. It operates in segments such as Wire & Cable (UK), Industrial Automation, Specialty Adhesives, Windy City Wire, Interconnect and Specialty Fasteners. The company operates in UK, USA, Rest of Europe, and Rest of World.
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