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Volkswagen AGVLKAF -3.86%78 EV-to-EBITDA is 3.31 as of Jul. 19, 2026, which is 21% below its 10-year median of 4.19. GuruFocus rates VLKAF with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of $116.58 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,146 Vehicles & Parts companies, Volkswagen AG ranks better than 85.95% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Volkswagen AG's enterprise value is $190,913 Mil.
Volkswagen AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $57,689 Mil. Therefore, Volkswagen AG's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 3.31.
The historical rank and industry rank for Volkswagen AG's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
VLKAF'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.29 Med: 4.19 Max: 6.79
Current: 3.38
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Volkswagen AG was 6.79. The lowest was 3.29. And the median was 4.19.
VLKAF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 85.95% of 1146
companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 9.36
vs VLKAF: 3.38
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).
Volkswagen AG (OTCPK:VLKAF) 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.
Volkswagen AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Volkswagen AG's share price for today is $83.5999.
Volkswagen AG'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 $14.192.
* 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 Volkswagen AG'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 Auto Manufacturers subindustry, Volkswagen AG'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.
Volkswagen AG EV-to-EBITDA vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Volkswagen AG's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Volkswagen AG's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Volkswagen AG's current Enterprise Value is $190,913 Mil.
Volkswagen AG'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 $57,689 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.
Volkswagen AG (VLKAF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 3.31 as of Jul. 19, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Volkswagen AG. This is 21% below median its historical median of 4.19. Over the past decade, Volkswagen AG's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.29 to 6.79. According to the industry distribution chart, Volkswagen AG ranks #161 out of 1146 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 14%.
Is Volkswagen AG's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Volkswagen AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.31 is 21% below median its 10-year median of 4.19. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.29 to a high of 6.79. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.36. Volkswagen AG's value of 3.31 is 64.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Volkswagen AG ranks #161 out of 1146 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Volkswagen AG has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Volkswagen AG's EV-to-EBITDA compare to TSLA and GM?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Volkswagen AG ranks #161 out of 1146 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Volkswagen AG in the top 14% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.36. Volkswagen AG's value of 3.31 is 64.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Volkswagen AG's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.29 to 6.79 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.19 vs. the industry median of 9.36, Volkswagen AG 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Vehicles & Parts companies is 9.36, based on 1,146 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. Volkswagen AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.31 is 64.6% 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 Volkswagen AG. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.36 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Volkswagen AG's current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.31, which is 21% below median its own 10-year median of 4.19. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Volkswagen AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Volkswagen AG (VLKAF) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $116.58, compared to a current price of $83.60 — trading 28.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.31, which is 21% below median its 10-year median of 4.19 and 64.6% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 9.36. Volkswagen AG's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 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 Volkswagen AG (VLKAF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.31 as of Jul. 19, 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 Volkswagen AG (VLKAF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Volkswagen AG stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $83.60 is trading 28.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $116.58.
GuruFocus considers Volkswagen AG to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for VLKAF:
EV-to-EBITDA: 3.31 (21% below median its 10-year median of 4.19)
GF Value™: $116.58 vs. price of $83.60 (28.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 64.6% below the Vehicles & Parts median (#161 of 1146)
No single metric tells the full story. See the VLKAF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Volkswagen is the second-largest automotive original equipment manufacturer by vehicle sales globally, selling 9 million vehicles in 2025. Its four vehicle segments core (Volkswagen, SEAT, Skoda, and VW commercial), progressive (Audi, Lamborghini, and Bentley), sports luxury (Porsche), and Traton commercial vehicles (Traton, Scania, Navistar, MAN, and VW truck and bus) contribute 45%, 20%, 10%, and 13% to group revenue, respectively. It also has a vehicle software business (Cariad), batteries, power engineering production, and financial services.
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