Lipocine (STU:2VT0) EV-to-EBITDA: 0.65 (As of Jul. 30, 2026)

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STU:2VT0 Lipocine Inc STU:2VT0
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Price €3.94
GF Value €3.52
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What is Lipocine EV-to-EBITDA?

Lipocine STU:2VT0 52 EV-to-EBITDA is 0.65 as of Jul. 30, 2026. GuruFocus rates STU:2VT0 with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of €3.52. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 410 Biotechnology companies, Lipocine ranks better than 81.46% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Lipocine's enterprise value is €-6.73 Mil. Lipocine's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €-10.38 Mil. Therefore, Lipocine's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 0.65.

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

STU:2VT0' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -283.47   Med: -1.23   Max: 10.26
Current: 0.64

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Lipocine was 10.26. The lowest was -283.47. And the median was -1.23.

STU:2VT0's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
81.46% of 410 companies
in the Biotechnology industry
Industry Median: 11.46 vs STU:2VT0: 0.64

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 (2026-07-30), Lipocine's stock price is €3.944. Lipocine's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €-1.684. Therefore, Lipocine'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).


Lipocine  (STU:2VT0) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=3.944/-1.684
=At Loss

Lipocine's share price for today is €3.944.
Lipocine'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 €-1.684.

* 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?


Lipocine EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Lipocine EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Lipocine'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.

Lipocine EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Lipocine Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -104.88 -0.25 0.40 -4.01 -3.35

Lipocine Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.42 0.17 -0.05 -3.35 -2.90

STU:2VT0 vs NXTC, VYNE, QNCX: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Biotechnology subindustry, Lipocine'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.


Lipocine EV-to-EBITDA vs Biotechnology Industry

For the Biotechnology industry and Healthcare sector, Lipocine's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Lipocine EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=-6.731/-10.375
=0.65

Lipocine's current Enterprise Value is €-6.73 Mil.
Lipocine'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 €-10.38 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 0.65 mean?
Lipocine (STU:2VT0) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 0.65 as of Jul. 30, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Lipocine. According to the industry distribution chart, Lipocine ranks #76 out of 410 companies in the Biotechnology industry, placing it in the top 18.5%.
Is Lipocine's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Lipocine's current EV-to-EBITDA is 0.65. The Biotechnology industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 11.46. Lipocine's value of 0.65 is 94.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Lipocine ranks #76 out of 410 companies in the Biotechnology industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Lipocine has a GF Score™ of 52/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lipocine's EV-to-EBITDA compare to NXTC and VYNE?
According to the Biotechnology industry distribution chart, Lipocine ranks #76 out of 410 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Lipocine in the top 19% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 11.46. Lipocine's value of 0.65 is 94.3% below this benchmark. 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 Biotechnology company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Biotechnology companies is 11.46, based on 410 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. Lipocine's current EV-to-EBITDA of 0.65 is 94.3% 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 Lipocine. For the Biotechnology industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 11.46 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Lipocine's current EV-to-EBITDA is 0.65. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Lipocine stock overvalued right now?
Lipocine (STU:2VT0) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 0.65. The stock's GF Value™ is €3.52, compared to a current price of €3.94 — trading 12% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 0.65 and 94.3% below the Biotechnology industry median of 11.46. Lipocine's overall GF Score™ is 52/100 with 4 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 Lipocine (STU:2VT0), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 0.65 as of Jul. 30, 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 Lipocine (STU:2VT0) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lipocine stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €3.94 is trading 12% above its estimated GF Value™ of €3.52.

Key valuation signals for STU:2VT0:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 0.65
  • GF Value™: €3.52 vs. price of €3.94 (12% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 52/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 94.3% below the Biotechnology median (#76 of 410)

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:2VT0 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Lipocine Business Description

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Address 675 Arapeen Drive, Suite 202, Salt Lake City, UT, USA, 84108
Lipocine Inc is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company that is engaged in research and development for the delivery of drugs using its proprietary delivery technology. Its principal operation is to provide oral delivery solutions for existing drugs. Lipocine develops its drug candidates, or it develops drug candidates on behalf of or in collaboration with corporate partners. The company's product TLANDO is an oral testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). It also has other products in the pipeline, such as LPCN 1144, TLANDO, TLANDO XR, LPCN 1148, LPCN 1107, LPCN 1154, and LIP RAL7 Technology. The Company has a single reportable segment, research, and development for the delivery of drugs using its proprietary delivery technology.
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