IDEX Biometrics ASA (OSL:IDEX) EV-to-EBITDA: -8.94 (As of Jul. 29, 2026)

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OSL:IDEX IDEX Biometrics ASA OSL:IDEX
20 GF Score
Price kr8.66
GF Value kr0.52
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is IDEX Biometrics ASA EV-to-EBITDA?

IDEX Biometrics ASA OSL:IDEX +6.91% 20 EV-to-EBITDA is -8.94 as of Jul. 29, 2026. GuruFocus rates OSL:IDEX with a GF Score™ of 20/100 and a GF Value™ of kr0.52 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,957 Software companies, IDEX Biometrics ASA ranks worse than 51098.57% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, IDEX Biometrics ASA's enterprise value is kr668.11 Mil. IDEX Biometrics ASA's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was kr-74.70 Mil. Therefore, IDEX Biometrics ASA's EV-to-EBITDA for today is -8.94.

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

OSL:IDEX' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -20.74   Med: -4.33   Max: -0.19
Current: -8.94

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of IDEX Biometrics ASA was -0.19. The lowest was -20.74. And the median was -4.33.

OSL:IDEX's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
100% of 1957 companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 10.4 vs OSL:IDEX: -8.94

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 (2026-07-29), IDEX Biometrics ASA's stock price is kr8.66. IDEX Biometrics ASA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was kr-2.109. Therefore, IDEX Biometrics ASA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.

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


IDEX Biometrics ASA  (OSL:IDEX) 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.

IDEX Biometrics ASA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=8.66/-2.109
=At Loss

IDEX Biometrics ASA's share price for today is kr8.66.
IDEX Biometrics 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 kr-2.109.

* 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?


IDEX Biometrics ASA EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


IDEX Biometrics ASA EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for IDEX Biometrics 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.

IDEX Biometrics ASA EV-to-EBITDA Chart

IDEX Biometrics ASA Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -11.12 -3.49 -2.93 -0.93 -4.67

IDEX Biometrics ASA Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 -0.81 -2.62 -1.98 -4.67 -9.18

OSL:IDEX vs QH, SHOP, UBER: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Software - Application subindustry, IDEX Biometrics 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.


IDEX Biometrics ASA EV-to-EBITDA vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, IDEX Biometrics ASA's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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IDEX Biometrics ASA EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

IDEX Biometrics ASA's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=668.113/-74.698
=-8.94

IDEX Biometrics ASA's current Enterprise Value is kr668.11 Mil.
IDEX Biometrics 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 kr-74.70 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 -8.94 mean?
IDEX Biometrics ASA (OSL:IDEX) has a EV-to-EBITDA of -8.94 as of Jul. 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 IDEX Biometrics ASA. According to the industry distribution chart, IDEX Biometrics ASA ranks #999999 out of 1957 companies in the Software industry.
Is IDEX Biometrics ASA's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
IDEX Biometrics ASA's current EV-to-EBITDA is -8.94. Based on the distribution chart, IDEX Biometrics ASA ranks #999999 out of 1957 companies in the Software industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, IDEX Biometrics ASA has a GF Score™ of 20/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does IDEX Biometrics ASA's EV-to-EBITDA compare to QH and SHOP?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, IDEX Biometrics ASA ranks #999999 out of 1957 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places IDEX Biometrics ASA in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.40. 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 Software company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Software companies is 10.40, based on 1,957 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. 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 IDEX Biometrics ASA. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.40 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. IDEX Biometrics ASA's current EV-to-EBITDA is -8.94. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is IDEX Biometrics ASA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IDEX Biometrics ASA (OSL:IDEX) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is kr0.52, compared to a current price of kr8.66 — trading 1565.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is -8.94. IDEX Biometrics ASA's overall GF Score™ is 20/100 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 IDEX Biometrics ASA (OSL:IDEX), the current EV-to-EBITDA is -8.94 as of Jul. 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 IDEX Biometrics ASA (OSL:IDEX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IDEX Biometrics ASA stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of kr8.66 is trading 1565.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of kr0.52. GuruFocus considers IDEX Biometrics ASA to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for OSL:IDEX:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: -8.94
  • GF Value™: kr0.52 vs. price of kr8.66 (1565.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 20/100 with 5 warning signs

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


IDEX Biometrics ASA Business Description

Other Exchanges IDXAF:USA0MTP:UKI8X:Germany
Address Henrik Ibsens gate 90, Oslo, NOR, 0255
IDEX Biometrics ASA develops and manufactures fingerprint biometric cards for access control, digital identity, and payment. Its products use fingerprint biometrics for user authentication and are designed for physical and digital access applications. The company serves banks, enterprises, and public sector organizations through direct sales and channel partners.
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