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Optex Systems HoldingsOPXS +4.38%93 EV-to-EBITDA is 13.60 as of Aug. 13, 2026, which is 44% above its 10-year median of 9.44. GuruFocus rates OPXS with a GF Score™ of 93/100 and a GF Value™ of $10.27 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 267 Aerospace & Defense companies, Optex Systems Holdings ranks better than 74.91% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Optex Systems Holdings's enterprise value is $77.44 Mil.
Optex Systems Holdings's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $5.69 Mil. Therefore, Optex Systems Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 13.60.
The historical rank and industry rank for Optex Systems Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
OPXS'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -27.45 Med: 9.44 Max: 147.54
Current: 13.6
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Optex Systems Holdings was 147.54. The lowest was -27.45. And the median was 9.44.
OPXS's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 74.91% of 267
companies
in the Aerospace & Defense industry
Industry Median: 23.35
vs OPXS: 13.60
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.
Optex Systems Holdings (NAS:OPXS) 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.
Optex Systems Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Optex Systems Holdings's share price for today is $11.57.
Optex Systems Holdings'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 $0.540.
* 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).
* 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.
For the Aerospace & Defense subindustry, Optex Systems Holdings'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.
Optex Systems Holdings EV-to-EBITDA vs Aerospace & Defense Industry
For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, Optex Systems Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Optex Systems Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Optex Systems Holdings's current Enterprise Value is $77.44 Mil.
Optex Systems Holdings'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 $5.69 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.
Optex Systems Holdings (OPXS) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 13.60 as of Aug. 13, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Optex Systems Holdings. This is 44% above median its historical median of 9.44. According to the industry distribution chart, Optex Systems Holdings ranks #67 out of 267 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 25.1%.
Is Optex Systems Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Optex Systems Holdings' current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.60 is 44% above median its 10-year median of 9.44. The Aerospace & Defense industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 23.35. Optex Systems Holdings' value of 13.60 is 41.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Optex Systems Holdings ranks #67 out of 267 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Optex Systems Holdings has a GF Score™ of 93/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Optex Systems Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA compare to SPAI and BYRN?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, Optex Systems Holdings ranks #67 out of 267 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Optex Systems Holdings in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 23.35. Optex Systems Holdings' value of 13.60 is 41.8% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 9.44 vs. the industry median of 23.35, Optex Systems Holdings 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 an Aerospace & Defense company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Aerospace & Defense companies is 23.35, based on 267 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. Optex Systems Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.60 is 41.8% 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 Optex Systems Holdings. For the Aerospace & Defense industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 23.35 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Optex Systems Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.60, which is 44% above median its own 10-year median of 9.44. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Optex Systems Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Optex Systems Holdings (OPXS) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $10.27, compared to a current price of $11.57 — trading 12.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.60, which is 44% above median its 10-year median of 9.44 and 41.8% below the Aerospace & Defense industry median of 23.35. Optex Systems Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 93/100 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 Optex Systems Holdings (OPXS), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.60 as of Aug. 13, 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 Optex Systems Holdings (OPXS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Optex Systems Holdings stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $11.57 is trading 12.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $10.27.
GuruFocus considers Optex Systems Holdings to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for OPXS:
EV-to-EBITDA: 13.60 (44% above median its 10-year median of 9.44)
GF Value™: $10.27 vs. price of $11.57 (12.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 41.8% below the Aerospace & Defense median (#67 of 267)
No single metric tells the full story. See the OPXS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Optex Systems Holdings Inc manufactures optical sighting systems and assemblies for the U.S. Department of Defense, foreign military applications, and commercial markets. Its products are installed on a variety of United States military land vehicles, such as the Abrams and Bradley fighting vehicles, light armored and security vehicles, and have been selected for installation on the Stryker family of vehicles. The company's operating segment includes Optex Systems Richardson, Applied Optics Center Dallas, and others. It generates maximum revenue from the Optex Systems Richardson segment. Some of its products include M17 Day/Thermal Periscope; DDAN / M36 Sights; Laser Protected Periscopes; Muzzle Reference Sensor, and others.
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