RNECF (Renesas Electronics) EV-to-EBITDA: 16.59 (As of Jul. 22, 2026) — 62% Above Median

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RNECF Renesas Electronics Corp RNECF
85 GF Score
Price $25.12
GF Value $14.57
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Renesas Electronics EV-to-EBITDA?

Renesas Electronics RNECF +3.16% 85 EV-to-EBITDA is 16.59 as of Jul. 22, 2026, which is 62% above its 10-year median of 10.22. GuruFocus rates RNECF with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of $14.57 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 748 Semiconductors companies, Renesas Electronics ranks better than 62.57% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Renesas Electronics's enterprise value is $50,470 Mil. Renesas Electronics's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $3,042 Mil. Therefore, Renesas Electronics's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 16.59.

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

RNECF' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.75   Med: 10.22   Max: 21.18
Current: 17.78

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Renesas Electronics was 21.18. The lowest was 3.75. And the median was 10.22.

RNECF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
62.57% of 748 companies
in the Semiconductors industry
Industry Median: 25.345 vs RNECF: 17.78

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 (2026-07-22), Renesas Electronics's stock price is $25.12. Renesas Electronics's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-0.079. Therefore, Renesas Electronics'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).


Renesas Electronics  (OTCPK:RNECF) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=25.12/-0.079
=At Loss

Renesas Electronics's share price for today is $25.12.
Renesas Electronics'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 $-0.079.

* 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?


Renesas Electronics EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Renesas Electronics EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Renesas Electronics'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.

Renesas Electronics EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Renesas Electronics Annual Data
Trend Mar16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Renesas Electronics Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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RNECF vs NVDA, AVGO, MU: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Semiconductors subindustry, Renesas Electronics'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.


Renesas Electronics EV-to-EBITDA vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, Renesas Electronics's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Renesas Electronics EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=50470.346/3042.377
=16.59

Renesas Electronics's current Enterprise Value is $50,470 Mil.
Renesas Electronics'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 $3,042 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 16.59 mean?
Renesas Electronics (RNECF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 16.59 as of Jul. 22, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Renesas Electronics. This is 62% above median its historical median of 10.22. Over the past decade, Renesas Electronics' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.75 to 21.18. According to the industry distribution chart, Renesas Electronics ranks #280 out of 748 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 37.4%.
Is Renesas Electronics' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Renesas Electronics' current EV-to-EBITDA of 16.59 is 62% above median its 10-year median of 10.22. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.75 to a high of 21.18. The Semiconductors industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 25.35. Renesas Electronics' value of 16.59 is 34.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Renesas Electronics ranks #280 out of 748 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Renesas Electronics has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Renesas Electronics' EV-to-EBITDA compare to NVDA and AVGO?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, Renesas Electronics ranks #280 out of 748 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Renesas Electronics in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 25.35. Renesas Electronics' value of 16.59 is 34.5% below this benchmark. Historically, Renesas Electronics' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.75 to 21.18 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.22 vs. the industry median of 25.35, Renesas Electronics 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 Semiconductors company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Semiconductors companies is 25.35, based on 748 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. Renesas Electronics's current EV-to-EBITDA of 16.59 is 34.5% 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 Renesas Electronics. For the Semiconductors industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 25.35 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Renesas Electronics's current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.59, which is 62% above median its own 10-year median of 10.22. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Renesas Electronics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Renesas Electronics (RNECF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $14.57, compared to a current price of $25.12 — trading 72.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.59, which is 62% above median its 10-year median of 10.22 and 34.5% below the Semiconductors industry median of 25.35. Renesas Electronics' overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 2 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 Renesas Electronics (RNECF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.59 as of Jul. 22, 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 Renesas Electronics (RNECF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Renesas Electronics stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $25.12 is trading 72.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $14.57. GuruFocus considers Renesas Electronics to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for RNECF:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 16.59 (62% above median its 10-year median of 10.22)
  • GF Value™: $14.57 vs. price of $25.12 (72.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 34.5% below the Semiconductors median (#280 of 748)

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


Renesas Electronics Business Description

Address 3-2-24 Toyosu, Koto-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 135-0061
Renesas Electronics is a Japanese broad-based integrated device manufacturer involved in the design and manufacturing of microcontrollers and analog chips, used across automotive, industrial, enterprise, and consumer industries. Headquartered in Tokyo, the company was created through the combination of electronics business units from NEC Electronics, Mitsubishi, and Hitachi. The company's businesses are primarily focused in Asia, where they historically account for 70%-80% of its sales. Renesas is the third- and ninth-largest manufacturer of MCUs and power/analog devices, with a 17% and 3.5% market share, respectively, as of 2024.
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