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DiscoDSCSY -0.50%96 EV-to-EBITDA is 33.11 as of Jul. 22, 2026, which is 71% above its 10-year median of 19.41. GuruFocus rates DSCSY with a GF Score™ of 96/100 and a GF Value™ of $36.74 (Modestly Overvalued). Among 748 Semiconductors companies, Disco ranks worse than 60.7% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Disco's enterprise value is $43,330 Mil.
Disco's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,309 Mil. Therefore, Disco's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 33.11.
The historical rank and industry rank for Disco's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
DSCSY'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.15 Med: 19.41 Max: 57
Current: 33.11
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Disco was 57.00. The lowest was 8.15. And the median was 19.41.
DSCSY's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 60.7% of 748
companies
in the Semiconductors industry
Industry Median: 25.345
vs DSCSY: 33.11
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 (2026-07-22), Disco's stock price is $41.56.
Disco's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.816. Therefore, Disco's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 50.93.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Disco (OTCPK:DSCSY) 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.
Disco's share price for today is $41.56.
Disco's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.816.
* 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 Disco'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.
DSCSY vs AMAT, LRCX, KLAC: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Semiconductor Equipment & Materials subindustry, Disco'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.
Disco EV-to-EBITDA vs Semiconductors Industry
For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, Disco's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Disco's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Disco's current Enterprise Value is $43,330 Mil.
Disco's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $1,309 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.
Disco (DSCSY) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 33.11 as of Jul. 22, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Disco. This is 71% above median its historical median of 19.41. Over the past decade, Disco's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.15 to 57.00. According to the industry distribution chart, Disco ranks #454 out of 748 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 60.7%.
Is Disco's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Disco's current EV-to-EBITDA of 33.11 is 71% above median its 10-year median of 19.41. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.15 to a high of 57.00. The Semiconductors industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 25.35. Disco's value of 33.11 is 30.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Disco ranks #454 out of 748 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Disco has a GF Score™ of 96/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Disco's EV-to-EBITDA compare to AMAT and LRCX?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, Disco ranks #454 out of 748 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Disco in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 25.35. Disco's value of 33.11 is 30.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Disco's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.15 to 57.00 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 19.41 vs. the industry median of 25.35, Disco 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 Semiconductors company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Semiconductors companies is 25.35, based on 748 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. Disco's current EV-to-EBITDA of 33.11 is 30.6% 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 Disco. For the Semiconductors industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 25.35 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Disco's current EV-to-EBITDA is 33.11, which is 71% above median its own 10-year median of 19.41. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Disco stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Disco (DSCSY) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $36.74, compared to a current price of $41.56 — trading 13.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 33.11, which is 71% above median its 10-year median of 19.41 and 30.6% above the Semiconductors industry median of 25.35. Disco's overall GF Score™ is 96/100. 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 Disco (DSCSY), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 33.11 as of Jul. 22, 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 Disco (DSCSY) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Disco stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $41.56 is trading 13.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $36.74.
GuruFocus considers Disco to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for DSCSY:
EV-to-EBITDA: 33.11 (71% above median its 10-year median of 19.41)
GF Value™: $36.74 vs. price of $41.56 (13.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 30.6% above the Semiconductors median (#454 of 748)
No single metric tells the full story. See the DSCSY stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Disco is a Japan-based semiconductor production equipment manufacturer. Founded in 1937, the company manufactures diamond, water, and laser saws, as well as grinders and polishers, used mainly in back-end processes of semiconductor manufacturing, which involves treating processed silicon during the front-end process by thinning and dicing the wafers into bare dies for packaging.It is the world's largest manufacturer of semiconductor-grade saws and grinders, with an estimated 60%-70% market share in the semiconductor dicing and grinding industry as of 2025. The company operates three main factories, all located in Hiroshima and Nagano, Japan.
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