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Planoptik AGFRA:P4O -9.74%63 EV-to-EBITDA is 22.68 as of Aug. 20, 2026, which is 246% above its 10-year median of 6.56. GuruFocus rates FRA:P4O with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of €3.25 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,900 Hardware companies, Planoptik AG ranks worse than 62.89% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Planoptik AG's enterprise value is €37.54 Mil.
Planoptik AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €1.66 Mil. Therefore, Planoptik AG's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 22.68.
The historical rank and industry rank for Planoptik AG's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
FRA:P4O'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.04 Med: 6.56 Max: 39.66
Current: 24.62
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Planoptik AG was 39.66. The lowest was 3.04. And the median was 6.56.
FRA:P4O's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 62.89% of 1900
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 14.38
vs FRA:P4O: 24.62
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.
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.
Planoptik AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Planoptik AG's share price for today is €8.90.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Planoptik AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €-0.014.
* 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 Planoptik AG'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.
FRA:P4O vs COHR, KEYS, GRMN: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Scientific & Technical Instruments subindustry, Planoptik AG'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.
Planoptik AG EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Planoptik AG's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Planoptik AG's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Planoptik AG's current Enterprise Value is €37.54 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Planoptik AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €1.66 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.
Planoptik AG (FRA:P4O) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 22.68 as of Aug. 20, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Planoptik AG. This is 246% above median its historical median of 6.56. Over the past decade, Planoptik AG's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.04 to 39.66. According to the industry distribution chart, Planoptik AG ranks #1195 out of 1900 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 62.9%.
Is Planoptik AG's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Planoptik AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 22.68 is 246% above median its 10-year median of 6.56. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.04 to a high of 39.66. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.38. Planoptik AG's value of 22.68 is 57.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Planoptik AG ranks #1195 out of 1900 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Planoptik AG has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Planoptik AG's EV-to-EBITDA compare to COHR and KEYS?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Planoptik AG ranks #1195 out of 1900 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Planoptik AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.38. Planoptik AG's value of 22.68 is 57.7% above this benchmark. Historically, Planoptik AG's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.04 to 39.66 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.56 vs. the industry median of 14.38, Planoptik AG 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Hardware companies is 14.38, based on 1,900 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. Planoptik AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 22.68 is 57.7% 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 Planoptik AG. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.38 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Planoptik AG's current EV-to-EBITDA is 22.68, which is 246% above median its own 10-year median of 6.56. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Planoptik AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Planoptik AG (FRA:P4O) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €3.25, compared to a current price of €8.90 — trading 173.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 22.68, which is 246% above median its 10-year median of 6.56 and 57.7% above the Hardware industry median of 14.38. Planoptik AG's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 2 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 Planoptik AG (FRA:P4O), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 22.68 as of Aug. 20, 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 Planoptik AG (FRA:P4O) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Planoptik AG stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €8.90 is trading 173.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of €3.25.
GuruFocus considers Planoptik AG to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for FRA:P4O:
EV-to-EBITDA: 22.68 (246% above median its 10-year median of 6.56)
GF Value™: €3.25 vs. price of €8.90 (173.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 57.7% above the Hardware median (#1195 of 1900)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:P4O stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Planoptik AG is a German based manufacturer of structured wafers. Its products are Glass wafers, Carriers and tools, Packaging wafers and Interposer. Its products used in consumer electronics, automotive, aerospace, chemistry and pharmaceuticals industry.
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