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CSI Solar CoSHSE:688472 +0.70%81 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.83 as of Sep. 21, 2026, which is 51% below its 10-year median of 15.82. GuruFocus rates SHSE:688472 with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥8.81 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 813 Semiconductors companies, CSI Solar Co ranks better than 81.92% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, CSI Solar Co's enterprise value is ¥38,953 Mil.
CSI Solar Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was ¥4,973 Mil. Therefore, CSI Solar Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.83.
The historical rank and industry rank for CSI Solar Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
SHSE:688472'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7 Med: 15.82 Max: 45.2
Current: 7.83
During the past 7 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of CSI Solar Co was 45.20. The lowest was 7.00. And the median was 15.82.
SHSE:688472's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 81.92% of 813
companies
in the Semiconductors industry
Industry Median: 22.2
vs SHSE:688472: 7.83
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.
CSI Solar Co (SHSE:688472) 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.
CSI Solar Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
CSI Solar Co's share price for today is ¥8.66.
CSI Solar Co'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 ¥0.162.
* 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 CSI Solar Co'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.
SHSE:688472 vs FSLR, NXT, ENPH: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Solar subindustry, CSI Solar Co'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.
CSI Solar Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Semiconductors Industry
For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, CSI Solar Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where CSI Solar Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
CSI Solar Co's current Enterprise Value is ¥38,953 Mil.
CSI Solar Co'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 ¥4,973 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.
CSI Solar Co (SHSE:688472) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.83 as of Sep. 21, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on CSI Solar Co. This is 51% below median its historical median of 15.82. Over the past decade, CSI Solar Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.00 to 45.20. According to the industry distribution chart, CSI Solar Co ranks #147 out of 813 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 18.1%.
Is CSI Solar Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
CSI Solar Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.83 is 51% below median its 10-year median of 15.82. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.00 to a high of 45.20. The Semiconductors industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 22.20. CSI Solar Co's value of 7.83 is 64.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, CSI Solar Co ranks #147 out of 813 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, CSI Solar Co has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CSI Solar Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to FSLR and NXT?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, CSI Solar Co ranks #147 out of 813 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places CSI Solar Co in the top 18% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 22.20. CSI Solar Co's value of 7.83 is 64.7% below this benchmark. Historically, CSI Solar Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.00 to 45.20 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 15.82 vs. the industry median of 22.20, CSI Solar Co 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 22.20, based on 813 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. CSI Solar Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.83 is 64.7% 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 CSI Solar Co. For the Semiconductors industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 22.20 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. CSI Solar Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.83, which is 51% below median its own 10-year median of 15.82. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CSI Solar Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CSI Solar Co (SHSE:688472) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥8.81, compared to a current price of ¥8.66 — trading 1.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.83, which is 51% below median its 10-year median of 15.82 and 64.7% below the Semiconductors industry median of 22.20. CSI Solar Co's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 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 CSI Solar Co (SHSE:688472), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.83 as of Sep. 21, 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 CSI Solar Co (SHSE:688472) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CSI Solar Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of ¥8.66 is trading 1.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of ¥8.81.
GuruFocus considers CSI Solar Co to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for SHSE:688472:
EV-to-EBITDA: 7.83 (51% below median its 10-year median of 15.82)
GF Value™: ¥8.81 vs. price of ¥8.66 (1.7% below fair value)
Industry Position: 64.7% below the Semiconductors median (#147 of 813)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:688472 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
CSI Solar is a leading Chinese solar module producer. The company's products are available in over 160 countries and regions. CSI operates a vertically integrated production process, encompassing solar wafers, cells, and module production.
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