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LSI IndustriesSTU:LS2 87 EV-to-EBITDA is 24.53 as of Jul. 18, 2026, which is 116% above its 10-year median of 11.35. GuruFocus rates STU:LS2 with a GF Score™ of 87/100 and a GF Value™ of €17.17 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,895 Hardware companies, LSI Industries ranks worse than 62.9% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, LSI Industries's enterprise value is €1,038.2 Mil.
LSI Industries's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €42.3 Mil. Therefore, LSI Industries's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 24.53.
The historical rank and industry rank for LSI Industries's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
STU:LS2'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -30.19 Med: 11.35 Max: 24.45
Current: 24
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of LSI Industries was 24.45. The lowest was -30.19. And the median was 11.35.
STU:LS2's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 62.9% of 1895
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 15.64
vs STU:LS2: 24.00
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.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
LSI Industries (STU:LS2) 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.
LSI Industries's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
LSI Industries's share price for today is €20.60.
LSI Industries'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 €0.644.
* 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 LSI Industries'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.
STU:LS2 vs DAKT, LPTH, KOPN: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Electronic Components subindustry, LSI Industries'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.
LSI Industries EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, LSI Industries's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where LSI Industries's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
LSI Industries's current Enterprise Value is €1,038.2 Mil.
LSI Industries'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 €42.3 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.
LSI Industries (STU:LS2) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 24.53 as of Jul. 18, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on LSI Industries. This is 116% above median its historical median of 11.35. According to the industry distribution chart, LSI Industries ranks #1192 out of 1895 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 62.9%.
Is LSI Industries' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
LSI Industries' current EV-to-EBITDA of 24.53 is 116% above median its 10-year median of 11.35. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.64. LSI Industries' value of 24.53 is 56.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, LSI Industries ranks #1192 out of 1895 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, LSI Industries has a GF Score™ of 87/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does LSI Industries' EV-to-EBITDA compare to DAKT and LPTH?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, LSI Industries ranks #1192 out of 1895 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places LSI Industries in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.64. LSI Industries' value of 24.53 is 56.8% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 11.35 vs. the industry median of 15.64, LSI Industries 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 15.64, based on 1,895 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. LSI Industries's current EV-to-EBITDA of 24.53 is 56.8% 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 LSI Industries. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.64 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. LSI Industries's current EV-to-EBITDA is 24.53, which is 116% above median its own 10-year median of 11.35. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is LSI Industries stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, LSI Industries (STU:LS2) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €17.17, compared to a current price of €20.60 — trading 20% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 24.53, which is 116% above median its 10-year median of 11.35 and 56.8% above the Hardware industry median of 15.64. LSI Industries' overall GF Score™ is 87/100 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 LSI Industries (STU:LS2), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 24.53 as of Jul. 18, 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 LSI Industries (STU:LS2) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, LSI Industries stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €20.60 is trading 20% above its estimated GF Value™ of €17.17.
GuruFocus considers LSI Industries to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for STU:LS2:
EV-to-EBITDA: 24.53 (116% above median its 10-year median of 11.35)
GF Value™: €17.17 vs. price of €20.60 (20% above fair value)
Industry Position: 56.8% above the Hardware median (#1192 of 1895)
No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:LS2 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
LSI Industries Inc provides corporate visual image solutions to the petroleum and convenience store industry. The company's operating segments include Lighting and Display Solutions. It generates maximum revenue from the Display solutions segment. Lighting Segment manufactures and markets outdoor and indoor lighting and lighting controls for the commercial, industrial, and multi-site retail markets, including the petroleum/convenience store, quick-service, and automotive markets. The Display Solutions Segment manufactures, sells, and installs exterior and interior visual image and display elements, including printed graphics, structural graphics, digital signage, menu board systems, display fixtures, refrigerated displays, and custom display elements.
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