KB Components AB (OSTO:KBC) EV-to-EBITDA: 10.82 (As of Aug. 28, 2026) — 24% Above Median

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What is KB Components AB EV-to-EBITDA?

KB Components AB OSTO:KBC 12 EV-to-EBITDA is 10.82 as of Aug. 28, 2026, which is 24% above its 10-year median of 8.74. GuruFocus rates OSTO:KBC with a GF Score™ of 12/100. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,338 Chemicals companies, KB Components AB ranks better than 55.31% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, KB Components AB's enterprise value is kr3,675 Mil. KB Components AB's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was kr340 Mil. Therefore, KB Components AB's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 10.82.

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

OSTO:KBC' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.14   Med: 8.74   Max: 10.89
Current: 10.81

During the past 5 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of KB Components AB was 10.89. The lowest was 7.14. And the median was 8.74.

OSTO:KBC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
55.31% of 1338 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 12.445 vs OSTO:KBC: 10.81

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 (2026-08-28), KB Components AB's stock price is kr44.80. KB Components AB's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was kr0.890. Therefore, KB Components AB's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 50.34.

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


KB Components AB  (OSTO:KBC) 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.

KB Components AB's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=44.80/0.890
=50.34

KB Components AB's share price for today is kr44.80.
KB Components AB'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 kr0.890.

* 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?


KB Components AB EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


KB Components AB EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for KB Components AB'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.

KB Components AB EV-to-EBITDA Chart

KB Components AB Annual Data
Trend Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
0.00 0.00 0.00 8.49 9.02

KB Components AB Quarterly Data
Dec21 Dec22 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 8.30 7.59 9.02 8.89 9.83

OSTO:KBC vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, KB Components AB'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.


KB Components AB EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry

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

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


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KB Components AB EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

KB Components AB's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=3674.895/339.743
=10.82

KB Components AB's current Enterprise Value is kr3,675 Mil.
KB Components AB'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 kr340 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 10.82 mean?
KB Components AB (OSTO:KBC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 10.82 as of Aug. 28, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on KB Components AB. This is 24% above median its historical median of 8.74. Over the past decade, KB Components AB's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.14 to 10.89. According to the industry distribution chart, KB Components AB ranks #598 out of 1338 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 44.7%.
Is KB Components AB's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
KB Components AB's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.82 is 24% above median its 10-year median of 8.74. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.14 to a high of 10.89. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.45. KB Components AB's value of 10.82 is 13.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, KB Components AB ranks #598 out of 1338 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, KB Components AB has a GF Score™ of 12/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does KB Components AB's EV-to-EBITDA compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, KB Components AB ranks #598 out of 1338 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts KB Components AB in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.45. KB Components AB's value of 10.82 is 13.1% below this benchmark. Historically, KB Components AB's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.14 to 10.89 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 8.74 vs. the industry median of 12.45, KB Components AB 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. KB Components AB's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.82 is 13.1% 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 KB Components AB. 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. KB Components AB's current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.82, which is 24% above median its own 10-year median of 8.74. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is KB Components AB stock overvalued right now?
KB Components AB (OSTO:KBC) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.82. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.82, which is 24% above median its 10-year median of 8.74 and 13.1% below the Chemicals industry median of 12.45. KB Components AB's overall GF Score™ is 12/100 with 7 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 KB Components AB (OSTO:KBC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.82 as of Aug. 28, 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.

KB Components AB Business Description

Address Industrigatan, Orkeljunga, SWE, 286 85
KB Components AB is a polymer component manufacturer with production facilities in Europe, North and Central America, and Asia. is divided into eight main activity business areas: light vehicles, heavy vehicles, medical, industrial, furniture, lighting, chrome plating, and industrial windows. The company operates in geographical reportable segments: North America, Europe, and Asia. it provides expertise in injection molding technology and a well-invested machine park with a high degree of automation.
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