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ShimadzuSHMZF -12.54%97 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.91 as of Aug. 07, 2026, which is 39% below its 10-year median of 16.20. GuruFocus rates SHMZF with a GF Score™ of 97/100 and a GF Value™ of $27.13. The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,888 Hardware companies, Shimadzu ranks better than 64.25% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Shimadzu's enterprise value is $6,598 Mil.
Shimadzu's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $666 Mil. Therefore, Shimadzu's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.91.
The historical rank and industry rank for Shimadzu's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
SHMZF'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.38 Med: 16.2 Max: 26.47
Current: 10.24
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Shimadzu was 26.47. The lowest was 8.38. And the median was 16.20.
SHMZF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 64.25% of 1888
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 15.405
vs SHMZF: 10.24
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.
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.
Shimadzu's share price for today is $24.49.
Shimadzu'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 $1.368.
* 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).
The historical data trend for Shimadzu'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.
SHMZF vs COHR, KEYS, GRMN: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Scientific & Technical Instruments subindustry, Shimadzu'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.
Shimadzu EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Shimadzu's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Shimadzu's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Shimadzu's current Enterprise Value is $6,598 Mil.
Shimadzu'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 $666 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.
Shimadzu (SHMZF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.91 as of Aug. 07, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Shimadzu. This is 39% below median its historical median of 16.20. Over the past decade, Shimadzu's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.38 to 26.47. According to the industry distribution chart, Shimadzu ranks #675 out of 1888 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 35.8%.
Is Shimadzu's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Shimadzu's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.91 is 39% below median its 10-year median of 16.20. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.38 to a high of 26.47. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.41. Shimadzu's value of 9.91 is 35.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Shimadzu ranks #675 out of 1888 companies in the Hardware industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Shimadzu has a GF Score™ of 97/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Shimadzu's EV-to-EBITDA compare to COHR and KEYS?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Shimadzu ranks #675 out of 1888 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Shimadzu in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.41. Shimadzu's value of 9.91 is 35.7% below this benchmark. Historically, Shimadzu's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.38 to 26.47 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 16.20 vs. the industry median of 15.41, Shimadzu 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Hardware companies is 15.41, based on 1,888 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. Shimadzu's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.91 is 35.7% 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 Shimadzu. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.41 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Shimadzu's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.91, which is 39% below median its own 10-year median of 16.20. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Shimadzu stock overvalued right now?
Shimadzu (SHMZF) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.91. The stock's GF Value™ is $27.13, compared to a current price of $24.49 — trading 9.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.91, which is 39% below median its 10-year median of 16.20 and 35.7% below the Hardware industry median of 15.41. Shimadzu's overall GF Score™ is 97/100 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 Shimadzu (SHMZF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.91 as of Aug. 07, 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 Shimadzu (SHMZF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shimadzu stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $24.49 is trading 9.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $27.13.
Key valuation signals for SHMZF:
EV-to-EBITDA: 9.91 (39% below median its 10-year median of 16.20)
GF Value™: $27.13 vs. price of $24.49 (9.7% below fair value)
Industry Position: 35.7% below the Hardware median (#675 of 1888)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SHMZF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Shimadzu Corp is a Japan-based company engaged in the manufacture of precision instruments, measuring equipment, and medical devices. The firm operates in four segments: Aviation Equipment, Industrial Equipment, Measuring Equipment, Medical Equipment, and Others. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Measuring Equipment segment, which is engaged in the provision of X-ray television (TV) systems, angiography systems, X-ray imaging systems, and others.
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