Cherry SE (FRA:C3R) EV-to-EBITDA: -4.30 (As of Aug. 15, 2026)

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FRA:C3R Cherry SE FRA:C3R
46 GF Score
Price €1.15
GF Value €1.80
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Cherry SE EV-to-EBITDA?

Cherry SE FRA:C3R -2.54% 46 EV-to-EBITDA is -4.30 as of Aug. 15, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:C3R with a GF Score™ of 46/100 and a GF Value™ of €1.80 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,892 Hardware companies, Cherry SE ranks worse than 52854.07% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Cherry SE's enterprise value is €37.29 Mil. Cherry SE's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €-8.68 Mil. Therefore, Cherry SE's EV-to-EBITDA for today is -4.30.

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

FRA:C3R' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -8.38   Med: -0.97   Max: 47.09
Current: -4.29

During the past 6 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Cherry SE was 47.09. The lowest was -8.38. And the median was -0.97.

FRA:C3R's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
100% of 1892 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 15.385 vs FRA:C3R: -4.29

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), Cherry SE's stock price is €1.15. Cherry SE's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €-3.160. Therefore, Cherry SE'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).


Cherry SE  (FRA:C3R) 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.

Cherry SE's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.15/-3.160
=At Loss

Cherry SE's share price for today is €1.15.
Cherry SE'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 €-3.160.

* 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?


Cherry SE EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Cherry SE EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Cherry SE'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.

Cherry SE EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Cherry SE Annual Data
Trend Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 0.00 12.87 -6.79 -0.78 -1.55

Cherry SE Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Mar26
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 -1.55 -1.46 -1.22 -1.07 -4.78

FRA:C3R vs DELL, ANET, SNDK: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Computer Hardware subindustry, Cherry SE'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.


Cherry SE EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Cherry SE's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Cherry SE EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Cherry SE's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=37.288/-8.679
=-4.30

Cherry SE's current Enterprise Value is €37.29 Mil.
Cherry SE'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 €-8.68 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 -4.30 mean?
Cherry SE (FRA:C3R) has a EV-to-EBITDA of -4.30 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 Cherry SE. According to the industry distribution chart, Cherry SE ranks #999999 out of 1892 companies in the Hardware industry.
Is Cherry SE's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Cherry SE's current EV-to-EBITDA is -4.30. Based on the distribution chart, Cherry SE ranks #999999 out of 1892 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Cherry SE has a GF Score™ of 46/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cherry SE's EV-to-EBITDA compare to DELL and ANET?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Cherry SE ranks #999999 out of 1892 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Cherry SE in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.39. 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Hardware companies is 15.39, based on 1,892 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. 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 Cherry SE. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.39 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cherry SE's current EV-to-EBITDA is -4.30. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cherry SE stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cherry SE (FRA:C3R) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €1.80, compared to a current price of €1.15 — trading 36.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is -4.30. Cherry SE's overall GF Score™ is 46/100 with 3 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 Cherry SE (FRA:C3R), the current EV-to-EBITDA is -4.30 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 Cherry SE (FRA:C3R) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cherry SE stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €1.15 is trading 36.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of €1.80. GuruFocus considers Cherry SE to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for FRA:C3R:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: -4.30
  • GF Value™: €1.80 vs. price of €1.15 (36.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 46/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:C3R stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Cherry SE Business Description

Other Exchanges C3RY:Germany
Address c/o Mindspace, Rosental 7, Munich, DEU, 80331
Cherry SE is a manufacturer of high-end mechanical keyboard switches and computer input devices such as keyboards, mice, microphones, and headsets for gaming and e-sports and (hybrid) office workstation applications as well as industrial applications and the healthcare sector. The product offerings of the company include USB-A / USB-C Adapters, Mice, Accessories, and other products. The company's activities are divided into three different business segments: Components segment; Gaming & Office Peripherals segment; and Digital Health & Solutions segment. It generates majority of its revenue from Gaming & Office Peripherals segment which includes the business with computer peripherals for professional use in gaming and e-sports as well as for use in (hybrid) office solutions and industry.
46GF Score

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