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ValhiVHI -1.71%69 EV-to-EBITDA is 12.63 as of Sep. 10, 2026, which is 67% above its 10-year median of 7.55. GuruFocus rates VHI with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of $17.74 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,344 Chemicals companies, Valhi ranks worse than 50.82% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Valhi's enterprise value is $1,270 Mil.
Valhi's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $101 Mil. Therefore, Valhi's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 12.63.
The historical rank and industry rank for Valhi's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
VHI'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.41 Med: 7.55 Max: 49.05
Current: 12.63
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Valhi was 49.05. The lowest was 2.41. And the median was 7.55.
VHI's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 50.82% of 1344
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 12.33
vs VHI: 12.63
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 (2026-09-10), Valhi's stock price is $18.34.
Valhi's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-1.790. Therefore, Valhi'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).
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.
Valhi's share price for today is $18.34.
Valhi'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 $-1.790.
* 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 Valhi'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 Chemicals subindustry, Valhi'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.
Valhi EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Valhi's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Valhi's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Valhi's current Enterprise Value is $1,270 Mil.
Valhi'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 $101 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.
Valhi (VHI) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 12.63 as of Sep. 10, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Valhi. This is 67% above median its historical median of 7.55. Over the past decade, Valhi's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.41 to 49.05. According to the industry distribution chart, Valhi ranks #683 out of 1344 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 50.8%.
Is Valhi's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Valhi's current EV-to-EBITDA of 12.63 is 67% above median its 10-year median of 7.55. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.41 to a high of 49.05. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.33. Valhi's value of 12.63 is 2.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Valhi ranks #683 out of 1344 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Valhi has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Valhi's EV-to-EBITDA compare to ASIX and RYAM?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Valhi ranks #683 out of 1344 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Valhi in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.33. Valhi's value of 12.63 is 2.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Valhi's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.41 to 49.05 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.55 vs. the industry median of 12.33, Valhi 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Chemicals companies is 12.33, based on 1,344 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. Valhi's current EV-to-EBITDA of 12.63 is 2.4% 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 Valhi. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.33 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Valhi's current EV-to-EBITDA is 12.63, which is 67% above median its own 10-year median of 7.55. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Valhi stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Valhi (VHI) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $17.74, compared to a current price of $18.34 — trading 3.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 12.63, which is 67% above median its 10-year median of 7.55 and 2.4% above the Chemicals industry median of 12.33. Valhi's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 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 Valhi (VHI), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 12.63 as of Sep. 10, 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 Valhi (VHI) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Valhi stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $18.34 is trading 3.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $17.74.
GuruFocus considers Valhi to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for VHI:
EV-to-EBITDA: 12.63 (67% above median its 10-year median of 7.55)
GF Value™: $17.74 vs. price of $18.34 (3.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 2.4% above the Chemicals median (#683 of 1344)
No single metric tells the full story. See the VHI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Valhi Inc is a holding company that provides chemicals, security products, waste management systems, and real estate development and management services through its subsidiaries. It operates its business in three segments, which are Chemicals, Component Products, and Real Estate Management and Development. The company derives maximum revenue from the Chemicals segment, which produces and markets value-added titanium dioxide pigments (TiO2). TiO2 is used to impart whiteness, brightness, opacity, and durability to various products, including paints, plastics, paper, fibers, and ceramics. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from the United States and also has a presence in Germany, Canada, Norway, and Belgium.
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