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DWS Group GmbH KGaAFRA:DWS +1.85%7 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.06 as of Jul. 28, 2026, which is 7% above its 10-year median of 8.46. GuruFocus rates FRA:DWS with a GF Score™ of 7/100 and a GF Value™ of €26.72 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 509 Asset Management companies, DWS Group GmbH KGaA ranks worse than 51.87% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, DWS Group GmbH KGaA's enterprise value is €13,405 Mil.
DWS Group GmbH KGaA's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €1,480 Mil. Therefore, DWS Group GmbH KGaA's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.06.
The historical rank and industry rank for DWS Group GmbH KGaA's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
FRA:DWS'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.53 Med: 8.46 Max: 38.28
Current: 9.24
During the past 12 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of DWS Group GmbH KGaA was 38.28. The lowest was 2.53. And the median was 8.46.
FRA:DWS's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 51.87% of 509
companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 8.71
vs FRA:DWS: 9.24
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).
DWS Group GmbH KGaA (FRA:DWS) 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.
DWS Group GmbH KGaA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
DWS Group GmbH KGaA's share price for today is €71.55.
DWS Group GmbH KGaA'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 €3.590.
* 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 DWS Group GmbH KGaA'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 Asset Management subindustry, DWS Group GmbH KGaA'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.
DWS Group GmbH KGaA EV-to-EBITDA vs Asset Management Industry
For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, DWS Group GmbH KGaA's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where DWS Group GmbH KGaA's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
DWS Group GmbH KGaA's current Enterprise Value is €13,405 Mil.
DWS Group GmbH KGaA'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 €1,480 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.
DWS Group GmbH KGaA (FRA:DWS) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.06 as of Jul. 28, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on DWS Group GmbH KGaA. This is near median its historical median of 8.46. Over the past decade, DWS Group GmbH KGaA's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.53 to 38.28. According to the industry distribution chart, DWS Group GmbH KGaA ranks #264 out of 509 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 51.9%.
Is DWS Group GmbH KGaA's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
DWS Group GmbH KGaA's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.06 is near median its 10-year median of 8.46. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.53 to a high of 38.28. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.71. DWS Group GmbH KGaA's value of 9.06 is 4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, DWS Group GmbH KGaA ranks #264 out of 509 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, DWS Group GmbH KGaA has a GF Score™ of 7/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does DWS Group GmbH KGaA's EV-to-EBITDA compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, DWS Group GmbH KGaA ranks #264 out of 509 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places DWS Group GmbH KGaA in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.71. DWS Group GmbH KGaA's value of 9.06 is 4% above this benchmark. Historically, DWS Group GmbH KGaA's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.53 to 38.28 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 8.46 vs. the industry median of 8.71, DWS Group GmbH KGaA 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 Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Asset Management companies is 8.71, based on 509 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. DWS Group GmbH KGaA's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.06 is 4% 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 DWS Group GmbH KGaA. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.71 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. DWS Group GmbH KGaA's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.06, which is near median its own 10-year median of 8.46. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is DWS Group GmbH KGaA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DWS Group GmbH KGaA (FRA:DWS) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €26.72, compared to a current price of €71.55 — trading 167.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.06, which is near median its 10-year median of 8.46 and 4% above the Asset Management industry median of 8.71. DWS Group GmbH KGaA's overall GF Score™ is 7/100 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 DWS Group GmbH KGaA (FRA:DWS), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.06 as of Jul. 28, 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 DWS Group GmbH KGaA (FRA:DWS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DWS Group GmbH KGaA stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €71.55 is trading 167.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of €26.72.
GuruFocus considers DWS Group GmbH KGaA to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for FRA:DWS:
EV-to-EBITDA: 9.06 (near median its 10-year median of 8.46)
GF Value™: €26.72 vs. price of €71.55 (167.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 4% above the Asset Management median (#264 of 509)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:DWS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Until 2018, DWS was fully owned by Deutsche Bank, which retains a 79% interest in DWS. DWS' home German market remains important, contributing roughly 40% of assets under management. The Europe, Middle East, and Africa region in total accounts for 70% of AUM, and the Americas contributes nearly all of the balance, with a small Asian presence. Assets from institutional clients make up 55% of overall AUM.
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