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Volvo Car ABVLVCY -3.45%74 EV-to-EBITDA is 1.85 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 31% below its 10-year median of 2.68. GuruFocus rates VLVCY with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of $5.42 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,148 Vehicles & Parts companies, Volvo Car AB ranks better than 93.55% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Volvo Car AB's enterprise value is $5,051 Mil.
Volvo Car AB's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $2,730 Mil. Therefore, Volvo Car AB's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 1.85.
The historical rank and industry rank for Volvo Car AB's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
VLVCY'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.88 Med: 2.68 Max: 8.27
Current: 1.85
During the past 8 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Volvo Car AB was 8.27. The lowest was 0.88. And the median was 2.68.
VLVCY's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 93.55% of 1148
companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 9.52
vs VLVCY: 1.85
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).
Volvo Car AB (OTCPK:VLVCY) 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.
Volvo Car AB's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Volvo Car AB's share price for today is $4.20.
Volvo Car AB'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 $0.052.
* 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 Volvo Car AB'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, Volvo Car AB'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.
Volvo Car AB EV-to-EBITDA vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Volvo Car AB's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Volvo Car AB's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Volvo Car AB's current Enterprise Value is $5,051 Mil.
Volvo Car AB'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 $2,730 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.
Volvo Car AB (VLVCY) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 1.85 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Volvo Car AB. This is 31% below median its historical median of 2.68. Over the past decade, Volvo Car AB's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 0.88 to 8.27. According to the industry distribution chart, Volvo Car AB ranks #74 out of 1148 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 6.4%.
Is Volvo Car AB's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Volvo Car AB's current EV-to-EBITDA of 1.85 is 31% below median its 10-year median of 2.68. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.88 to a high of 8.27. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.52. Volvo Car AB's value of 1.85 is 80.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Volvo Car AB ranks #74 out of 1148 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Volvo Car AB has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Volvo Car AB's EV-to-EBITDA compare to TSLA and GM?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Volvo Car AB ranks #74 out of 1148 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Volvo Car AB in the top 6% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.52. Volvo Car AB's value of 1.85 is 80.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Volvo Car AB's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 0.88 to 8.27 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 2.68 vs. the industry median of 9.52, Volvo Car AB 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 9.52, based on 1,148 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. Volvo Car AB's current EV-to-EBITDA of 1.85 is 80.6% 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 Volvo Car AB. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.52 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Volvo Car AB's current EV-to-EBITDA is 1.85, which is 31% below median its own 10-year median of 2.68. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Volvo Car AB stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Volvo Car AB (VLVCY) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $5.42, compared to a current price of $4.20 — trading 22.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 1.85, which is 31% below median its 10-year median of 2.68 and 80.6% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 9.52. Volvo Car AB's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 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 Volvo Car AB (VLVCY), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 1.85 as of Jul. 14, 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 Volvo Car AB (VLVCY) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Volvo Car AB stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $4.20 is trading 22.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $5.42.
GuruFocus considers Volvo Car AB to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for VLVCY:
EV-to-EBITDA: 1.85 (31% below median its 10-year median of 2.68)
GF Value™: $5.42 vs. price of $4.20 (22.5% below fair value)
Industry Position: 80.6% below the Vehicles & Parts median (#74 of 1148)
No single metric tells the full story. See the VLVCY stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Volvo Car AB manufactures, designs, and supplies automobiles. The company offers a wide range of cars. Geographically, it has a presence in China, the USA; Sweden; Germany; the United Kingdom; Japan, and South Korea. The company generates maximum revenue from the sale of new cars.
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