KLA (MEX:KLAC) EV-to-EBITDA: 38.78 (As of Aug. 07, 2026) — 142% Above Median

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MEX:KLAC KLA Corp MEX:KLAC
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Price MXN3,347.00
GF Value MXN1,850.88
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is KLA EV-to-EBITDA?

KLA MEX:KLAC -0.06% 80 EV-to-EBITDA is 38.78 as of Aug. 07, 2026, which is 142% above its 10-year median of 16.00. GuruFocus rates MEX:KLAC with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN1,850.88 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 754 Semiconductors companies, KLA ranks worse than 64.59% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, KLA's enterprise value is MXN4,372,127 Mil. KLA's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was MXN112,739 Mil. Therefore, KLA's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 38.78.

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

MEX:KLAC' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.45   Med: 16   Max: 56.58
Current: 40.36

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of KLA was 56.58. The lowest was 7.45. And the median was 16.00.

MEX:KLAC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
64.59% of 754 companies
in the Semiconductors industry
Industry Median: 24.875 vs MEX:KLAC: 40.36

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 (2026-08-07), KLA's stock price is MXN3347.00. KLA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was MXN65.617. Therefore, KLA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 51.01.

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


KLA  (MEX:KLAC) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=3347.00/65.617
=51.01

KLA's share price for today is MXN3347.00.
KLA'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 MXN65.617.

* 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?


KLA EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


KLA EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for KLA'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.

KLA EV-to-EBITDA Chart

KLA Annual Data
Trend Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25 Jun26
EV-to-EBITDA
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KLA Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 22.44 25.76 27.12 31.91 62.87

MEX:KLAC vs LRCX, AMAT, TER: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Semiconductor Equipment & Materials subindustry, KLA'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.


KLA EV-to-EBITDA vs Semiconductors Industry

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

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


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KLA EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=4372127.147/112738.753
=38.78

KLA's current Enterprise Value is MXN4,372,127 Mil.
KLA'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 MXN112,739 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 38.78 mean?
KLA (MEX:KLAC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 38.78 as of Aug. 07, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on KLA. This is 142% above median its historical median of 16.00. Over the past decade, KLA's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.45 to 56.58. According to the industry distribution chart, KLA ranks #487 out of 754 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 64.6%.
Is KLA's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
KLA's current EV-to-EBITDA of 38.78 is 142% above median its 10-year median of 16.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.45 to a high of 56.58. The Semiconductors industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 24.88. KLA's value of 38.78 is 55.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, KLA ranks #487 out of 754 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, KLA has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does KLA's EV-to-EBITDA compare to LRCX and AMAT?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, KLA ranks #487 out of 754 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places KLA in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 24.88. KLA's value of 38.78 is 55.9% above this benchmark. Historically, KLA's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.45 to 56.58 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 16.00 vs. the industry median of 24.88, KLA 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 Semiconductors company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Semiconductors companies is 24.88, based on 754 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. KLA's current EV-to-EBITDA of 38.78 is 55.9% 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 KLA. For the Semiconductors industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 24.88 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. KLA's current EV-to-EBITDA is 38.78, which is 142% above median its own 10-year median of 16.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is KLA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KLA (MEX:KLAC) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN1,850.88, compared to a current price of MXN3,347.00 — trading 80.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 38.78, which is 142% above median its 10-year median of 16.00 and 55.9% above the Semiconductors industry median of 24.88. KLA's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 1 warning sign 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 KLA (MEX:KLAC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 38.78 as of Aug. 07, 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 KLA (MEX:KLAC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KLA stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN3,347.00 is trading 80.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN1,850.88. GuruFocus considers KLA to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:KLAC:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 38.78 (142% above median its 10-year median of 16.00)
  • GF Value™: MXN1,850.88 vs. price of MXN3,347.00 (80.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 55.9% above the Semiconductors median (#487 of 754)

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


KLA Business Description

Address One Technology Drive, Milpitas, CA, USA, 95035
KLA is one of the largest semiconductor wafer fabrication equipment, or WFE, manufacturers in the world. It specializes in the market segment of semiconductor process control, wherein machines inspect semiconductor wafers during research and development and manufacturing for defects and verify precise measurements. In this section of the market, KLA holds a majority share. It also has a small exposure to the etch and deposition segments of the WFE market. It counts as top customers the largest chipmakers in the world, including TSMC and Samsung.
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