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Smartoptics Group ASASMOPF +2.11%88 EV-to-EBITDA is 34.32 as of Aug. 01, 2026, which is 69% above its 10-year median of 20.28. GuruFocus rates SMOPF with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of $3.00 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,893 Hardware companies, Smartoptics Group ASA ranks worse than 74.96% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Smartoptics Group ASA's enterprise value is $452.25 Mil.
Smartoptics Group ASA's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $13.18 Mil. Therefore, Smartoptics Group ASA's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 34.32.
The historical rank and industry rank for Smartoptics Group ASA's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
SMOPF'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 12.2 Med: 20.28 Max: 64.95
Current: 35.28
During the past 8 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Smartoptics Group ASA was 64.95. The lowest was 12.20. And the median was 20.28.
SMOPF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 74.96% of 1893
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 14.03
vs SMOPF: 35.28
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.
Smartoptics Group ASA (OTCPK:SMOPF) 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.
Smartoptics Group ASA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Smartoptics Group ASA's share price for today is $4.85.
Smartoptics Group ASA'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 $0.073.
* 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).
Smartoptics Group ASA EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Smartoptics Group 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.
For the Communication Equipment subindustry, Smartoptics Group 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.
Smartoptics Group ASA EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Smartoptics Group ASA's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Smartoptics Group ASA's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Smartoptics Group ASA's current Enterprise Value is $452.25 Mil.
Smartoptics Group ASA'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 $13.18 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.
Smartoptics Group ASA (SMOPF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 34.32 as of Aug. 01, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Smartoptics Group ASA. This is 69% above median its historical median of 20.28. Over the past decade, Smartoptics Group ASA's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 12.20 to 64.95. According to the industry distribution chart, Smartoptics Group ASA ranks #1419 out of 1893 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 75%.
Is Smartoptics Group ASA's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Smartoptics Group ASA's current EV-to-EBITDA of 34.32 is 69% above median its 10-year median of 20.28. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 12.20 to a high of 64.95. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.03. Smartoptics Group ASA's value of 34.32 is 144.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Smartoptics Group ASA ranks #1419 out of 1893 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Smartoptics Group ASA has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Smartoptics Group ASA's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CSCO and MSI?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Smartoptics Group ASA ranks #1419 out of 1893 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Smartoptics Group ASA in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.03. Smartoptics Group ASA's value of 34.32 is 144.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Smartoptics Group ASA's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 12.20 to 64.95 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 20.28 vs. the industry median of 14.03, Smartoptics Group ASA has consistently been above 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 14.03, based on 1,893 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. Smartoptics Group ASA's current EV-to-EBITDA of 34.32 is 144.6% above 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 Smartoptics Group ASA. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.03 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Smartoptics Group ASA's current EV-to-EBITDA is 34.32, which is 69% above median its own 10-year median of 20.28. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Smartoptics Group ASA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Smartoptics Group ASA (SMOPF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $3.00, compared to a current price of $4.85 — trading 61.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 34.32, which is 69% above median its 10-year median of 20.28 and 144.6% above the Hardware industry median of 14.03. Smartoptics Group ASA's overall GF Score™ is 88/100 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 Smartoptics Group ASA (SMOPF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 34.32 as of Aug. 01, 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 Smartoptics Group ASA (SMOPF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Smartoptics Group ASA stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $4.85 is trading 61.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $3.00.
GuruFocus considers Smartoptics Group ASA to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for SMOPF:
EV-to-EBITDA: 34.32 (69% above median its 10-year median of 20.28)
GF Value™: $3.00 vs. price of $4.85 (61.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 144.6% above the Hardware median (#1419 of 1893)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SMOPF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Smartoptics Group ASA provides optical networking solutions and devices for open networking. The company has three main product categories: Solutions, Optical Devices, and Software & Services. These products are used to construct various Enterprise, Governmental, DCI, Metro, and Regional networks. The Solutions consist of the DCP-R family, DCP-F family, DCP-M family, transponders, and Muxponders, as well as transceivers used in connection with the System projects. Optical devices consist of transceivers, passive filters, and accessories that are sold independently of products in the Solutions offering. Software and Services are closely related to Solutions, as customers buy a complete solution including a Software and Services package. Geographically works in America, EMEA, and APAC.
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