NEPH (Nephros) EV-to-EBITDA: 25.09 (As of Aug. 19, 2026)

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NEPH Nephros Inc NEPH
75 GF Score
Price $4.59
GF Value $3.22
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Nephros EV-to-EBITDA?

Nephros NEPH +5.03% 75 EV-to-EBITDA is 25.09 as of Aug. 19, 2026. GuruFocus rates NEPH with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of $3.22 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 513 Medical Devices & Instruments companies, Nephros ranks worse than 73.68% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Nephros's enterprise value is $46.02 Mil. Nephros's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $1.83 Mil. Therefore, Nephros's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 25.09.

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

NEPH' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -28.4   Med: -11.8   Max: 69.18
Current: 25.09

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Nephros was 69.18. The lowest was -28.40. And the median was -11.80.

NEPH's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
73.68% of 513 companies
in the Medical Devices & Instruments industry
Industry Median: 14.77 vs NEPH: 25.09

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 (2026-08-19), Nephros's stock price is $4.59. Nephros's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $0.150. Therefore, Nephros's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 30.60.

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


Nephros  (NAS:NEPH) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=4.59/0.150
=30.60

Nephros's share price for today is $4.59.
Nephros'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 $0.150.

* 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?


Nephros EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Nephros EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Nephros'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.

Nephros EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Nephros Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Nephros 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 26.28 27.84 35.34 33.40 19.05

NEPH vs MLSS, POCI, HBIO: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Medical Instruments & Supplies subindustry, Nephros'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.


Nephros EV-to-EBITDA vs Medical Devices & Instruments Industry

For the Medical Devices & Instruments industry and Healthcare sector, Nephros's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Nephros EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=46.023/1.834
=25.09

Nephros's current Enterprise Value is $46.02 Mil.
Nephros'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 $1.83 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 25.09 mean?
Nephros (NEPH) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 25.09 as of Aug. 19, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Nephros. According to the industry distribution chart, Nephros ranks #378 out of 513 companies in the Medical Devices & Instruments industry, placing it in the top 73.7%.
Is Nephros' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Nephros' current EV-to-EBITDA is 25.09. The Medical Devices & Instruments industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.77. Nephros' value of 25.09 is 69.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Nephros ranks #378 out of 513 companies in the Medical Devices & Instruments industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Nephros has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nephros' EV-to-EBITDA compare to MLSS and POCI?
According to the Medical Devices & Instruments industry distribution chart, Nephros ranks #378 out of 513 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Nephros in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.77. Nephros' value of 25.09 is 69.9% above this benchmark. 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 Medical Devices & Instruments company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Medical Devices & Instruments companies is 14.77, based on 513 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. Nephros's current EV-to-EBITDA of 25.09 is 69.9% 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 Nephros. For the Medical Devices & Instruments industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.77 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Nephros's current EV-to-EBITDA is 25.09. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nephros stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nephros (NEPH) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $3.22, compared to a current price of $4.59 — trading 42.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 25.09 and 69.9% above the Medical Devices & Instruments industry median of 14.77. Nephros' overall GF Score™ is 75/100 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 Nephros (NEPH), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 25.09 as of Aug. 19, 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 Nephros (NEPH) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nephros stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $4.59 is trading 42.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $3.22. GuruFocus considers Nephros to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for NEPH:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 25.09
  • GF Value™: $3.22 vs. price of $4.59 (42.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 69.9% above the Medical Devices & Instruments median (#378 of 513)

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


Nephros Business Description

Other Exchanges NPJP:Germany
Address 380 Lackawanna Place, South Orange, NJ, USA, 07079
Nephros Inc is a commercial-stage company that develops and sells high-performance water solutions to the medical and commercial markets. In medical markets, it sells water filtration products and waterborne pathogen detection products. In commercial markets, the company manufactures and sells water filters that improve the taste and odor of water and reduce biofilm, bacteria, and scale build-up in downstream equipment. The company's subsidiary is engaged in the development of its second-generation hemodiafiltration system and other products focused on improving therapies for patients with renal disease. The company generates almost all of revenue from product sales and a small amount from royalty revenue and other revenues.
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