Detection Technology (LTS:0CXE) EV-to-EBITDA: 10.34 (As of Sep. 08, 2026) — 64% Below Median

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LTS:0CXE Detection Technology PLC LTS:0CXE
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What is Detection Technology EV-to-EBITDA?

Detection Technology LTS:0CXE 80 EV-to-EBITDA is 10.34 as of Sep. 08, 2026, which is 64% below its 10-year median of 29.04. GuruFocus rates LTS:0CXE with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of €15.44. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,905 Hardware companies, Detection Technology ranks better than 60.73% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Detection Technology's enterprise value is €93.85 Mil. Detection Technology's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €9.07 Mil. Therefore, Detection Technology's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 10.34.

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

LTS:0CXE' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.47   Med: 29.04   Max: 71.05
Current: 10.34

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Detection Technology was 71.05. The lowest was 8.47. And the median was 29.04.

LTS:0CXE's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
60.73% of 1905 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 13.84 vs LTS:0CXE: 10.34

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 (2026-09-08), Detection Technology's stock price is €7.80. Detection Technology's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €0.460. Therefore, Detection Technology's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 16.96.

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


Detection Technology  (LTS:0CXE) 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.

Detection Technology's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=7.80/0.460
=16.96

Detection Technology's share price for today is €7.80.
Detection Technology's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €0.460.

* 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?


Detection Technology EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Detection Technology EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Detection Technology'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.

Detection Technology EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Detection Technology Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Detection Technology Quarterly Data
Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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LTS:0CXE vs GRMN, COHR, KEYS: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Scientific & Technical Instruments subindustry, Detection Technology'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.


Detection Technology EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry

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

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


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Detection Technology EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Detection Technology's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=93.848/9.073
=10.34

Detection Technology's current Enterprise Value is €93.85 Mil.
Detection Technology's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €9.07 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 10.34 mean?
Detection Technology (LTS:0CXE) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 10.34 as of Sep. 08, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Detection Technology. This is 64% below median its historical median of 29.04. Over the past decade, Detection Technology's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.47 to 71.05. According to the industry distribution chart, Detection Technology ranks #748 out of 1905 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 39.3%.
Is Detection Technology's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Detection Technology's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.34 is 64% below median its 10-year median of 29.04. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.47 to a high of 71.05. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.84. Detection Technology's value of 10.34 is 25.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Detection Technology ranks #748 out of 1905 companies in the Hardware industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Detection Technology has a GF Score™ of 80/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Detection Technology's EV-to-EBITDA compare to GRMN and COHR?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Detection Technology ranks #748 out of 1905 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Detection Technology in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.84. Detection Technology's value of 10.34 is 25.3% below this benchmark. Historically, Detection Technology's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.47 to 71.05 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 29.04 vs. the industry median of 13.84, Detection Technology has consistently been below 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 13.84, based on 1,905 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. Detection Technology's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.34 is 25.3% below 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 Detection Technology. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.84 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Detection Technology's current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.34, which is 64% below median its own 10-year median of 29.04. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Detection Technology stock overvalued right now?
Detection Technology (LTS:0CXE) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.34. The stock's GF Value™ is €15.44, compared to a current price of €7.80 — trading 49.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.34, which is 64% below median its 10-year median of 29.04 and 25.3% below the Hardware industry median of 13.84. Detection Technology's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 7 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 Detection Technology (LTS:0CXE), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.34 as of Sep. 08, 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 Detection Technology (LTS:0CXE) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Detection Technology stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €7.80 is trading 49.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of €15.44.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0CXE:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 10.34 (64% below median its 10-year median of 29.04)
  • GF Value™: €15.44 vs. price of €7.80 (49.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 25.3% below the Hardware median (#748 of 1905)

No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0CXE stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Detection Technology Business Description

Other Exchanges DETEC:Finland6DT:Germany
Address A Grid, Otakaari 5A, Espoo, FIN, FI-02150
Detection Technology PLC is a company engaged in providing X-ray imaging subsystems, components and services for medical, security and industrial applications. The business units of the company are the Medical business unit and Security and Industrial business unit, of which prime revenue is derived from the Security Business Unit. Its security imaging offering includes X-ray imaging subsystems for security applications from baggage, parcel and cargo scanning to personnel screening and computed tomography. The company operates in Finland, APAC, EMEA and Americas.
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