DCW (NSE:DCW) EV-to-EBITDA: 6.42 (As of Aug. 29, 2026) — Near Median

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NSE:DCW DCW Ltd NSE:DCW
66 GF Score
Price ₹46.40
GF Value ₹68.63
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What is DCW EV-to-EBITDA?

DCW NSE:DCW +0.98% 66 EV-to-EBITDA is 6.42 as of Aug. 29, 2026, which is 7% above its 10-year median of 6.00. GuruFocus rates NSE:DCW with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹68.63 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,338 Chemicals companies, DCW ranks better than 78.03% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, DCW's enterprise value is ₹14,409 Mil. DCW's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was ₹2,243 Mil. Therefore, DCW's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 6.42.

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

NSE:DCW' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.01   Med: 6   Max: 20.44
Current: 6.43

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of DCW was 20.44. The lowest was 1.01. And the median was 6.00.

NSE:DCW's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
78.03% of 1338 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 12.445 vs NSE:DCW: 6.43

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 (2026-08-29), DCW's stock price is ₹46.40. DCW's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was ₹2.420. Therefore, DCW's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 19.17.

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


DCW  (NSE:DCW) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=46.40/2.420
=19.17

DCW's share price for today is ₹46.40.
DCW'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 ₹2.420.

* 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?


DCW EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


DCW EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for DCW'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.

DCW EV-to-EBITDA Chart

DCW Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA
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DCW 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 11.12 8.91 7.41 4.89 6.24

NSE:DCW vs DOW: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Chemicals subindustry, DCW'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.


DCW EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, DCW's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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DCW EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=14409.196/2243.085
=6.42

DCW's current Enterprise Value is ₹14,409 Mil.
DCW'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 ₹2,243 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 6.42 mean?
DCW (NSE:DCW) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 6.42 as of Aug. 29, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on DCW. This is near median its historical median of 6.00. Over the past decade, DCW's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.01 to 20.44. According to the industry distribution chart, DCW ranks #294 out of 1338 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 22%.
Is DCW's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
DCW's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.42 is near median its 10-year median of 6.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.01 to a high of 20.44. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.45. DCW's value of 6.42 is 48.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, DCW ranks #294 out of 1338 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, DCW has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does DCW's EV-to-EBITDA compare to DOW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, DCW ranks #294 out of 1338 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places DCW in the top 22% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.45. DCW's value of 6.42 is 48.4% below this benchmark. Historically, DCW's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.01 to 20.44 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.00 vs. the industry median of 12.45, DCW 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Chemicals companies is 12.45, based on 1,338 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. DCW's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.42 is 48.4% 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 DCW. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.45 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. DCW's current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.42, which is near median its own 10-year median of 6.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is DCW stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DCW (NSE:DCW) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹68.63, compared to a current price of ₹46.40 — trading 32.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.42, which is near median its 10-year median of 6.00 and 48.4% below the Chemicals industry median of 12.45. DCW's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 with 5 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 DCW (NSE:DCW), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.42 as of Aug. 29, 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 DCW (NSE:DCW) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DCW stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹46.40 is trading 32.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹68.63. GuruFocus considers DCW to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for NSE:DCW:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 6.42 (near median its 10-year median of 6.00)
  • GF Value™: ₹68.63 vs. price of ₹46.40 (32.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 66/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 48.4% below the Chemicals median (#294 of 1338)

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


DCW Business Description

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Address Nirmal Building, 3rd Floor, Nariman Point, Mumbai, MH, IND, 400021
DCW Ltd operates as an integrated chemical manufacturing company. Business activity of the firm functions through Heavy chemicals, Specialty chemicals, and other chemicals segments. The company derives maximum revenue from basic chemicals segment that includes caustic soda, soda ash, PVC, and Illuminate products.
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