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NV BekaertWBO:BEKB -0.39%69 EV-to-EBITDA is 16.02 as of Aug. 07, 2026, which is 168% above its 10-year median of 5.98. GuruFocus rates WBO:BEKB with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of €36.71 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,475 Industrial Products companies, NV Bekaert ranks better than 50.22% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, NV Bekaert's enterprise value is €2,231 Mil.
NV Bekaert's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €139 Mil. Therefore, NV Bekaert's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 16.02.
The historical rank and industry rank for NV Bekaert's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
WBO:BEKB'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.01 Med: 5.98 Max: 16.37
Current: 16.02
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of NV Bekaert was 16.37. The lowest was 3.01. And the median was 5.98.
WBO:BEKB's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 50.22% of 2475
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 16.12
vs WBO:BEKB: 16.02
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.
NV Bekaert's share price for today is €38.40.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. NV Bekaert's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €1.656.
* 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 NV Bekaert'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.
WBO:BEKB vs CRS, ATI, MLI: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Metal Fabrication subindustry, NV Bekaert'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.
NV Bekaert EV-to-EBITDA vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, NV Bekaert's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where NV Bekaert's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
NV Bekaert's current Enterprise Value is €2,231 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. NV Bekaert's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €139 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.
NV Bekaert (WBO:BEKB) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 16.02 as of Aug. 07, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on NV Bekaert. This is 168% above median its historical median of 5.98. Over the past decade, NV Bekaert's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.01 to 16.37. According to the industry distribution chart, NV Bekaert ranks #1232 out of 2475 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 49.8%.
Is NV Bekaert's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
NV Bekaert's current EV-to-EBITDA of 16.02 is 168% above median its 10-year median of 5.98. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.01 to a high of 16.37. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 16.12. NV Bekaert's value of 16.02 is 0.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, NV Bekaert ranks #1232 out of 2475 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, NV Bekaert has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does NV Bekaert's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CRS and ATI?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, NV Bekaert ranks #1232 out of 2475 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts NV Bekaert in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 16.12. NV Bekaert's value of 16.02 is 0.6% below this benchmark. Historically, NV Bekaert's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.01 to 16.37 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.98 vs. the industry median of 16.12, NV Bekaert 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 Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Industrial Products companies is 16.12, based on 2,475 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. NV Bekaert's current EV-to-EBITDA of 16.02 is 0.6% 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 NV Bekaert. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 16.12 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. NV Bekaert's current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.02, which is 168% above median its own 10-year median of 5.98. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is NV Bekaert stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, NV Bekaert (WBO:BEKB) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €36.71, compared to a current price of €38.40 — trading 4.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.02, which is 168% above median its 10-year median of 5.98 and 0.6% below the Industrial Products industry median of 16.12. NV Bekaert's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 6 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 NV Bekaert (WBO:BEKB), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.02 as of Aug. 07, 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 NV Bekaert (WBO:BEKB) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, NV Bekaert stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €38.40 is trading 4.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of €36.71.
GuruFocus considers NV Bekaert to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for WBO:BEKB:
EV-to-EBITDA: 16.02 (168% above median its 10-year median of 5.98)
GF Value™: €36.71 vs. price of €38.40 (4.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 0.6% below the Industrial Products median (#1232 of 2475)
No single metric tells the full story. See the WBO:BEKB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
NV Bekaert SA uses metal treatment technologies to deliver a portfolio of steel wire products and coating solutions to customers. It operates in four segments: rubber reinforcement, steel wire solutions, specialty businesses, and Bridon-Bekaert Ropes Group. The company's products help reduce friction, improve corrosion resistance, and enhance adhesion with other materials. Bekaert's offerings are used across sectors such as automotive, construction, energy, agriculture, and consumer goods. The company operates in China, the USA, Belgium, India, Slovakia, and other countries. The majority of revenue is from international (Others).
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