Arendals Fossekompani ASA (OSL:AFK) EV-to-EBITDA: 9.30 (As of Aug. 02, 2026) — 15% Below Median

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OSL:AFK Arendals Fossekompani ASA OSL:AFK
66 GF Score
Price kr184.00
GF Value kr122.48
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Arendals Fossekompani ASA EV-to-EBITDA?

Arendals Fossekompani ASA OSL:AFK +1.10% 66 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.30 as of Aug. 02, 2026, which is 15% below its 10-year median of 10.91. GuruFocus rates OSL:AFK with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of kr122.48 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 475 Conglomerates companies, Arendals Fossekompani ASA ranks worse than 52.84% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Arendals Fossekompani ASA's enterprise value is kr10,402 Mil. Arendals Fossekompani ASA's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was kr1,119 Mil. Therefore, Arendals Fossekompani ASA's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.30.

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

OSL:AFK' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.56   Med: 10.91   Max: 53.49
Current: 9.31

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Arendals Fossekompani ASA was 53.49. The lowest was 4.56. And the median was 10.91.

OSL:AFK's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
52.84% of 475 companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 8.81 vs OSL:AFK: 9.31

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 (2026-08-02), Arendals Fossekompani ASA's stock price is kr184.00. Arendals Fossekompani ASA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was kr9.780. Therefore, Arendals Fossekompani ASA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 18.81.

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


Arendals Fossekompani ASA  (OSL:AFK) 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.

Arendals Fossekompani ASA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=184.00/9.780
=18.81

Arendals Fossekompani ASA's share price for today is kr184.00.
Arendals Fossekompani ASA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was kr9.780.

* 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?


Arendals Fossekompani ASA EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Arendals Fossekompani ASA EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Arendals Fossekompani ASA'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.

Arendals Fossekompani ASA EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Arendals Fossekompani ASA Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Arendals Fossekompani ASA Quarterly Data
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OSL:AFK vs MMM, HON: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, Arendals Fossekompani ASA'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.


Arendals Fossekompani ASA EV-to-EBITDA vs Conglomerates Industry

For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, Arendals Fossekompani ASA's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


OSL:AFK
66GF Score
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Arendals Fossekompani ASA EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Arendals Fossekompani ASA's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=10401.773/1118.537
=9.30

Arendals Fossekompani ASA's current Enterprise Value is kr10,402 Mil.
Arendals Fossekompani ASA's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was kr1,119 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 9.30 mean?
Arendals Fossekompani ASA (OSL:AFK) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.30 as of Aug. 02, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Arendals Fossekompani ASA. This is 15% below median its historical median of 10.91. Over the past decade, Arendals Fossekompani ASA's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.56 to 53.49. According to the industry distribution chart, Arendals Fossekompani ASA ranks #251 out of 475 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 52.8%.
Is Arendals Fossekompani ASA's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Arendals Fossekompani ASA's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.30 is 15% below median its 10-year median of 10.91. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.56 to a high of 53.49. The Conglomerates industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.81. Arendals Fossekompani ASA's value of 9.30 is 5.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Arendals Fossekompani ASA ranks #251 out of 475 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Arendals Fossekompani ASA has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Arendals Fossekompani ASA's EV-to-EBITDA compare to MMM and HON?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Arendals Fossekompani ASA ranks #251 out of 475 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Arendals Fossekompani ASA in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.81. Arendals Fossekompani ASA's value of 9.30 is 5.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Arendals Fossekompani ASA's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.56 to 53.49 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.91 vs. the industry median of 8.81, Arendals Fossekompani ASA 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 Conglomerates company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Conglomerates companies is 8.81, based on 475 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. Arendals Fossekompani ASA's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.30 is 5.6% 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 Arendals Fossekompani ASA. For the Conglomerates industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.81 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Arendals Fossekompani ASA's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.30, which is 15% below median its own 10-year median of 10.91. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Arendals Fossekompani ASA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Arendals Fossekompani ASA (OSL:AFK) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is kr122.48, compared to a current price of kr184.00 — trading 50.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.30, which is 15% below median its 10-year median of 10.91 and 5.6% above the Conglomerates industry median of 8.81. Arendals Fossekompani ASA's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 with 8 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 Arendals Fossekompani ASA (OSL:AFK), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.30 as of Aug. 02, 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 Arendals Fossekompani ASA (OSL:AFK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Arendals Fossekompani ASA stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of kr184.00 is trading 50.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of kr122.48. GuruFocus considers Arendals Fossekompani ASA to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for OSL:AFK:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 9.30 (15% below median its 10-year median of 10.91)
  • GF Value™: kr122.48 vs. price of kr184.00 (50.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 66/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 5.6% above the Conglomerates median (#251 of 475)

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


Arendals Fossekompani ASA Business Description

Address Langbryggen 9, Arendal, NOR, 4841
Arendals Fossekompani ASA is an industrial investment company holding several core investments and a portfolio of financial investments. The company invests in and owns companies that make energy from renewable sources more usable and accessible, and that contribute to a more sustainable use of resources. It owns and operates two hydropower plants. In addition, the firm operates globally in many forward-looking industries, including 3D printing, algo trading, satellite services, battery and solar technology, software and digitalization, as well as various green energy technologies. The company has seven operating segments: Group Management, AFK Vannkraft, NSSLGIobaI, ENRX, Tekna, AFK Eiendom, and Others.
66GF Score

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