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Universal ElectronicsUEIC -0.83%66 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.67 as of Aug. 08, 2026, which is 49% below its 10-year median of 11.02. GuruFocus rates UEIC with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of $5.59 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,888 Hardware companies, Universal Electronics ranks better than 71.4% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Universal Electronics's enterprise value is $63.5 Mil.
Universal Electronics's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $11.2 Mil. Therefore, Universal Electronics's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.67.
The historical rank and industry rank for Universal Electronics's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
UEIC'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -188.92 Med: 11.02 Max: 25.03
Current: 5.67
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Universal Electronics was 25.03. The lowest was -188.92. And the median was 11.02.
UEIC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 71.4% of 1888
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 15.405
vs UEIC: 5.67
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.
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.
Universal Electronics's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Universal Electronics's share price for today is $4.79.
Universal Electronics'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 $-1.160.
* 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).
Universal Electronics EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Universal Electronics'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 Consumer Electronics subindustry, Universal Electronics'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.
Universal Electronics EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Universal Electronics's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Universal Electronics's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Universal Electronics's current Enterprise Value is $63.5 Mil.
Universal Electronics'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 $11.2 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.
Universal Electronics (UEIC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.67 as of Aug. 08, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Universal Electronics. This is 49% below median its historical median of 11.02. According to the industry distribution chart, Universal Electronics ranks #540 out of 1888 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 28.6%.
Is Universal Electronics' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Universal Electronics' current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.67 is 49% below median its 10-year median of 11.02. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.41. Universal Electronics' value of 5.67 is 63.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Universal Electronics ranks #540 out of 1888 companies in the Hardware industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Universal Electronics has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Universal Electronics' EV-to-EBITDA compare to FXHO and ZEPP?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Universal Electronics ranks #540 out of 1888 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Universal Electronics in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.41. Universal Electronics' value of 5.67 is 63.2% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 11.02 vs. the industry median of 15.41, Universal Electronics 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Hardware companies is 15.41, based on 1,888 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. Universal Electronics's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.67 is 63.2% 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 Universal Electronics. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.41 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Universal Electronics's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.67, which is 49% below median its own 10-year median of 11.02. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Universal Electronics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Electronics (UEIC) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $5.59, compared to a current price of $4.79 — trading 14.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.67, which is 49% below median its 10-year median of 11.02 and 63.2% below the Hardware industry median of 15.41. Universal Electronics' overall GF Score™ is 66/100 with 5 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 Universal Electronics (UEIC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.67 as of Aug. 08, 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 Universal Electronics (UEIC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Electronics stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $4.79 is trading 14.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $5.59.
GuruFocus considers Universal Electronics to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for UEIC:
EV-to-EBITDA: 5.67 (49% below median its 10-year median of 11.02)
GF Value™: $5.59 vs. price of $4.79 (14.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 63.2% below the Hardware median (#540 of 1888)
No single metric tells the full story. See the UEIC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Universal Electronics Inc is engaged in universal wireless control solutions for the home. The company design, develop, manufacture, ship and support climate control solutions, wireless sensor and smart home control products, home entertainment control products, technology and software solutions and audio-video (AV) accessories that are used by the world's brands in the climate control, security, home automation, home appliance, home entertainment and consumer electronics markets.
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