Applied Industrial Technologies (FRA:AT4) EV-to-EBITDA: 22.09 (As of Aug. 05, 2026) — 54% Above Median

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FRA:AT4 Applied Industrial Technologies Inc FRA:AT4
88 GF Score
Price €303.40
GF Value €217.23
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Applied Industrial Technologies EV-to-EBITDA?

Applied Industrial Technologies FRA:AT4 +1.81% 88 EV-to-EBITDA is 22.09 as of Aug. 05, 2026, which is 54% above its 10-year median of 14.32. GuruFocus rates FRA:AT4 with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of €217.23 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 141 Industrial Distribution companies, Applied Industrial Technologies ranks worse than 84.4% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Applied Industrial Technologies's enterprise value is €11,632 Mil. Applied Industrial Technologies's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €527 Mil. Therefore, Applied Industrial Technologies's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 22.09.

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

FRA:AT4' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.57   Med: 14.32   Max: 51.72
Current: 22.31

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Applied Industrial Technologies was 51.72. The lowest was 7.57. And the median was 14.32.

FRA:AT4's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
84.4% of 141 companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 8.89 vs FRA:AT4: 22.31

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 (2026-08-05), Applied Industrial Technologies's stock price is €303.40. Applied Industrial Technologies's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €9.105. Therefore, Applied Industrial Technologies's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 33.32.

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


Applied Industrial Technologies  (FRA:AT4) 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.

Applied Industrial Technologies's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=303.40/9.105
=33.32

Applied Industrial Technologies's share price for today is €303.40.
Applied Industrial Technologies'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 €9.105.

* 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?


Applied Industrial Technologies EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Applied Industrial Technologies EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Applied Industrial Technologies'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.

Applied Industrial Technologies EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Applied Industrial Technologies Annual Data
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FRA:AT4 vs QXO, WSO, WCC: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, Applied Industrial Technologies'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.


Applied Industrial Technologies EV-to-EBITDA vs Industrial Distribution Industry

For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, Applied Industrial Technologies's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Applied Industrial Technologies's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Applied Industrial Technologies EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Applied Industrial Technologies's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=11631.766/526.506
=22.09

Applied Industrial Technologies's current Enterprise Value is €11,632 Mil.
Applied Industrial Technologies'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 €527 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 22.09 mean?
Applied Industrial Technologies (FRA:AT4) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 22.09 as of Aug. 05, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Applied Industrial Technologies. This is 54% above median its historical median of 14.32. Over the past decade, Applied Industrial Technologies' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.57 to 51.72. According to the industry distribution chart, Applied Industrial Technologies ranks #119 out of 141 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 84.4%.
Is Applied Industrial Technologies' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Applied Industrial Technologies' current EV-to-EBITDA of 22.09 is 54% above median its 10-year median of 14.32. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.57 to a high of 51.72. The Industrial Distribution industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.89. Applied Industrial Technologies' value of 22.09 is 148.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Applied Industrial Technologies ranks #119 out of 141 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Applied Industrial Technologies has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Applied Industrial Technologies' EV-to-EBITDA compare to QXO and WSO?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, Applied Industrial Technologies ranks #119 out of 141 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Applied Industrial Technologies in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.89. Applied Industrial Technologies' value of 22.09 is 148.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Applied Industrial Technologies' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.57 to 51.72 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 14.32 vs. the industry median of 8.89, Applied Industrial Technologies 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 8.89, based on 141 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. Applied Industrial Technologies's current EV-to-EBITDA of 22.09 is 148.5% 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 Applied Industrial Technologies. For the Industrial Distribution industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.89 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Applied Industrial Technologies's current EV-to-EBITDA is 22.09, which is 54% above median its own 10-year median of 14.32. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Applied Industrial Technologies stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Applied Industrial Technologies (FRA:AT4) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €217.23, compared to a current price of €303.40 — trading 39.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 22.09, which is 54% above median its 10-year median of 14.32 and 148.5% above the Industrial Distribution industry median of 8.89. Applied Industrial Technologies' overall GF Score™ is 88/100 with 6 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 Applied Industrial Technologies (FRA:AT4), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 22.09 as of Aug. 05, 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 Applied Industrial Technologies (FRA:AT4) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Applied Industrial Technologies stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €303.40 is trading 39.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of €217.23. GuruFocus considers Applied Industrial Technologies to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:AT4:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 22.09 (54% above median its 10-year median of 14.32)
  • GF Value™: €217.23 vs. price of €303.40 (39.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 88/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 148.5% above the Industrial Distribution median (#119 of 141)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:AT4 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Applied Industrial Technologies Business Description

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Address 1 Applied Plaza, Cleveland, OH, USA, 44115
Applied Industrial Technologies Inc is a distributor of industrial products to the maintenance, repair, and operations market and the original equipment manufacturing industry. Further, the company provides engineering and design services for industrial and fluid power applications. The products include bearings, power transmission components, fluid power components and systems, industrial rubber products, linear motion components, safety products, oilfield supplies, and other industrial and maintenance supplies. The company's reportable segments are; Service Center Based Distribution which derives key revenue, and Engineered Solutions. Geographically, the company derives its key revenue from the United States and the rest from Canada and other countries.
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