China Railway Signalmmunication (FRA:RS3) EV-to-EBITDA: 14.43 (As of Aug. 09, 2026) — 181% Above Median

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FRA:RS3 China Railway Signal & Communication Corp Ltd FRA:RS3
52 GF Score
Price €0.34
GF Value €0.34
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is China Railway Signalmmunication EV-to-EBITDA?

China Railway Signalmmunication FRA:RS3 -0.58% 52 EV-to-EBITDA is 14.43 as of Aug. 09, 2026, which is 181% above its 10-year median of 5.14. GuruFocus rates FRA:RS3 with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of €0.34 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 897 Transportation companies, China Railway Signalmmunication ranks worse than 73.47% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, China Railway Signalmmunication's enterprise value is €4,894 Mil. China Railway Signalmmunication's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €339 Mil. Therefore, China Railway Signalmmunication's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 14.43.

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

FRA:RS3' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.14   Med: 5.14   Max: 14.3
Current: 14.3

During the past 12 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of China Railway Signalmmunication was 14.30. The lowest was 2.14. And the median was 5.14.

FRA:RS3's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
73.47% of 897 companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 8.68 vs FRA:RS3: 14.30

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 (2026-08-09), China Railway Signalmmunication's stock price is €0.342. China Railway Signalmmunication's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €0.023. Therefore, China Railway Signalmmunication's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 14.87.

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


China Railway Signalmmunication  (FRA:RS3) 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.

China Railway Signalmmunication's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.342/0.023
=14.87

China Railway Signalmmunication's share price for today is €0.342.
China Railway Signalmmunication's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €0.023.

* 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?


China Railway Signalmmunication EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


China Railway Signalmmunication EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for China Railway Signalmmunication'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.

China Railway Signalmmunication EV-to-EBITDA Chart

China Railway Signalmmunication Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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China Railway Signalmmunication Quarterly Data
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FRA:RS3 vs UNP, CSX, NSC: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Railroads subindustry, China Railway Signalmmunication'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.


China Railway Signalmmunication EV-to-EBITDA vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, China Railway Signalmmunication's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where China Railway Signalmmunication's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


FRA:RS3
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China Railway Signalmmunication EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

China Railway Signalmmunication's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=4894.256/339.191
=14.43

China Railway Signalmmunication's current Enterprise Value is €4,894 Mil.
China Railway Signalmmunication's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €339 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 14.43 mean?
China Railway Signalmmunication (FRA:RS3) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 14.43 as of Aug. 09, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on China Railway Signalmmunication. This is 181% above median its historical median of 5.14. Over the past decade, China Railway Signalmmunication's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.14 to 14.30. According to the industry distribution chart, China Railway Signalmmunication ranks #659 out of 897 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 73.5%.
Is China Railway Signalmmunication's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
China Railway Signalmmunication's current EV-to-EBITDA of 14.43 is 181% above median its 10-year median of 5.14. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.14 to a high of 14.30. The Transportation industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.68. China Railway Signalmmunication's value of 14.43 is 66.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, China Railway Signalmmunication ranks #659 out of 897 companies in the Transportation industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, China Railway Signalmmunication has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does China Railway Signalmmunication's EV-to-EBITDA compare to UNP and CSX?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, China Railway Signalmmunication ranks #659 out of 897 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places China Railway Signalmmunication in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.68. China Railway Signalmmunication's value of 14.43 is 66.2% above this benchmark. Historically, China Railway Signalmmunication's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.14 to 14.30 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.14 vs. the industry median of 8.68, China Railway Signalmmunication 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 Transportation company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Transportation companies is 8.68, based on 897 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. China Railway Signalmmunication's current EV-to-EBITDA of 14.43 is 66.2% 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 China Railway Signalmmunication. For the Transportation industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.68 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. China Railway Signalmmunication's current EV-to-EBITDA is 14.43, which is 181% above median its own 10-year median of 5.14. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is China Railway Signalmmunication stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Railway Signalmmunication (FRA:RS3) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €0.34, compared to a current price of €0.34 — trading 0.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 14.43, which is 181% above median its 10-year median of 5.14 and 66.2% above the Transportation industry median of 8.68. China Railway Signalmmunication's overall GF Score™ is 52/100 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 China Railway Signalmmunication (FRA:RS3), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 14.43 as of Aug. 09, 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 China Railway Signalmmunication (FRA:RS3) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Railway Signalmmunication stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €0.34 is trading 0.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of €0.34. GuruFocus considers China Railway Signalmmunication to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:RS3:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 14.43 (181% above median its 10-year median of 5.14)
  • GF Value™: €0.34 vs. price of €0.34 (0.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 52/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 66.2% above the Transportation median (#659 of 897)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:RS3 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


China Railway Signalmmunication Business Description

Address Automobile Museum South Road, CRSC Building A, 1 Compound, 20th Floor, Fengtai District, Beijing, CHN, 100070
China Railway Signal & Communication Corp Ltd provides products and services on the entire industrial chain of rail transit control systems. The company's operating segments are the Rail transportation control system segment, which provides specialized three-in-one services of design and integration, equipment manufacturing, and system implementation services for rail transportation control systems; the General engineering contracting segment engages in the provision of services relating to municipal and other construction projects; and other segments mainly engage in trading. The firm generates a majority of its revenue from the Rail transportation control system segment.
52GF Score

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