Smith & Wesson BrandsSWBI +0.61%56 EV-to-EBITDA is 13.30 as of Jul. 12, 2026, which is 99% above its 10-year median of 6.67. GuruFocus rates SWBI with a GF Score™ of 56/100 and a GF Value™ of $13.85 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 265 Aerospace & Defense companies, Smith & Wesson Brands ranks better than 72.08% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Smith & Wesson Brands's enterprise value is $717.3 Mil.
Smith & Wesson Brands's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $54.0 Mil. Therefore, Smith & Wesson Brands's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 13.30.
The historical rank and industry rank for Smith & Wesson Brands's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
SWBI'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.64 Med: 6.67 Max: 16.53
Current: 13.3
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Smith & Wesson Brands was 16.53. The lowest was 1.64. And the median was 6.67.
SWBI's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 72.08% of 265
companies
in the Aerospace & Defense industry
Industry Median: 21.58
vs SWBI: 13.30
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).
Smith & Wesson Brands (NAS:SWBI) 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.
Smith & Wesson Brands's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Smith & Wesson Brands's share price for today is $15.595.
Smith & Wesson Brands's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.400.
* 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).
Smith & Wesson Brands EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Smith & Wesson Brands'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 Aerospace & Defense subindustry, Smith & Wesson Brands'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.
Smith & Wesson Brands EV-to-EBITDA vs Aerospace & Defense Industry
For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, Smith & Wesson Brands's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Smith & Wesson Brands's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Smith & Wesson Brands's current Enterprise Value is $717.3 Mil.
Smith & Wesson Brands's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $54.0 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.
Smith & Wesson Brands (SWBI) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 13.30 as of Jul. 12, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Smith & Wesson Brands. This is 99% above median its historical median of 6.67. Over the past decade, Smith & Wesson Brands' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.64 to 16.53. According to the industry distribution chart, Smith & Wesson Brands ranks #74 out of 265 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 27.9%.
Is Smith & Wesson Brands' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Smith & Wesson Brands' current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.30 is 99% above median its 10-year median of 6.67. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.64 to a high of 16.53. The Aerospace & Defense industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 21.58. Smith & Wesson Brands' value of 13.30 is 38.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Smith & Wesson Brands ranks #74 out of 265 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Smith & Wesson Brands has a GF Score™ of 56/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Smith & Wesson Brands' EV-to-EBITDA compare to SATL and PKE?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, Smith & Wesson Brands ranks #74 out of 265 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Smith & Wesson Brands in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 21.58. Smith & Wesson Brands' value of 13.30 is 38.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Smith & Wesson Brands' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.64 to 16.53 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.67 vs. the industry median of 21.58, Smith & Wesson Brands 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 an Aerospace & Defense company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Aerospace & Defense companies is 21.58, based on 265 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. Smith & Wesson Brands's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.30 is 38.4% 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 Smith & Wesson Brands. For the Aerospace & Defense industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 21.58 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Smith & Wesson Brands's current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.30, which is 99% above median its own 10-year median of 6.67. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Smith & Wesson Brands stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Smith & Wesson Brands (SWBI) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.85, compared to a current price of $15.60 — trading 12.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.30, which is 99% above median its 10-year median of 6.67 and 38.4% below the Aerospace & Defense industry median of 21.58. Smith & Wesson Brands' overall GF Score™ is 56/100 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 Smith & Wesson Brands (SWBI), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.30 as of Jul. 12, 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 Smith & Wesson Brands (SWBI) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Smith & Wesson Brands stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $15.60 is trading 12.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $13.85.
GuruFocus considers Smith & Wesson Brands to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for SWBI:
EV-to-EBITDA: 13.30 (99% above median its 10-year median of 6.67)
GF Value™: $13.85 vs. price of $15.60 (12.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 38.4% below the Aerospace & Defense median (#74 of 265)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SWBI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Smith & Wesson Brands Inc is a U.S.-based company engaged in manufacturing and selling firearms. It operates under one reportable segment: Firearms, which includes firearms distribution and manufacturing services. The company manufactures handguns, long guns, sporting rifles, shooting gear, and suppressor products. The company sells its products under the Smith and Wesson and Gemtech brands, which are used for defense, law enforcement, hunting, and sporting purposes. Geographically, it sells products globally, with maximum income being generated by the U.S. market from its handgun products.
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