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Wacker Chemie AGWKCMF -4.19%66 EV-to-EBITDA is 10.66 as of Aug. 10, 2026, which is 98% above its 10-year median of 5.38. GuruFocus rates WKCMF with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of $93.06 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,322 Chemicals companies, Wacker Chemie AG ranks better than 57.56% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Wacker Chemie AG's enterprise value is $6,319 Mil.
Wacker Chemie AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $593 Mil. Therefore, Wacker Chemie AG's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 10.66.
The historical rank and industry rank for Wacker Chemie AG's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
WKCMF'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.76 Med: 5.38 Max: 40.88
Current: 10.66
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Wacker Chemie AG was 40.88. The lowest was 2.76. And the median was 5.38.
WKCMF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 57.56% of 1322
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 13.425
vs WKCMF: 10.66
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.
Wacker Chemie AG (OTCPK:WKCMF) 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.
Wacker Chemie AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Wacker Chemie AG's share price for today is $105.85.
Wacker Chemie AG'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 $-10.456.
* 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 Wacker Chemie 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 Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Wacker Chemie 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.
Wacker Chemie AG EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Wacker Chemie AG's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Wacker Chemie AG's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Wacker Chemie AG's current Enterprise Value is $6,319 Mil.
Wacker Chemie AG'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 $593 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.
Wacker Chemie AG (WKCMF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 10.66 as of Aug. 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 Wacker Chemie AG. This is 98% above median its historical median of 5.38. Over the past decade, Wacker Chemie AG's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.76 to 40.88. According to the industry distribution chart, Wacker Chemie AG ranks #561 out of 1322 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 42.4%.
Is Wacker Chemie AG's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Wacker Chemie AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.66 is 98% above median its 10-year median of 5.38. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.76 to a high of 40.88. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.43. Wacker Chemie AG's value of 10.66 is 20.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Wacker Chemie AG ranks #561 out of 1322 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Wacker Chemie AG has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Wacker Chemie AG's EV-to-EBITDA compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Wacker Chemie AG ranks #561 out of 1322 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Wacker Chemie AG in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.43. Wacker Chemie AG's value of 10.66 is 20.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Wacker Chemie AG's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.76 to 40.88 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.38 vs. the industry median of 13.43, Wacker Chemie 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Chemicals companies is 13.43, based on 1,322 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. Wacker Chemie AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.66 is 20.6% 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 Wacker Chemie AG. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.43 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Wacker Chemie AG's current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.66, which is 98% above median its own 10-year median of 5.38. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Wacker Chemie AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Wacker Chemie AG (WKCMF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $93.06, compared to a current price of $105.85 — trading 13.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.66, which is 98% above median its 10-year median of 5.38 and 20.6% below the Chemicals industry median of 13.43. Wacker Chemie AG's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 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 Wacker Chemie AG (WKCMF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.66 as of Aug. 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 Wacker Chemie AG (WKCMF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Wacker Chemie AG stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $105.85 is trading 13.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $93.06.
GuruFocus considers Wacker Chemie AG to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for WKCMF:
EV-to-EBITDA: 10.66 (98% above median its 10-year median of 5.38)
GF Value™: $93.06 vs. price of $105.85 (13.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 20.6% below the Chemicals median (#561 of 1322)
No single metric tells the full story. See the WKCMF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Wacker Chemie AG manufactures and sells chemicals and silicon-based products. The firm organizes itself into four segments based on product type. The Wacker Silicones segment, which generates the majority revenue of any segment, sells silicon- and methanol-based products, including durable insulators, lubricants, and sealants. The Wacker Polymers segment provides chemical binders and additives used in construction industry products. The Wacker Biosolutions segment sells chemicals to the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. The Wacker Polysilicon segment sells material for solar power and semiconductors. The majority of revenue comes from Europe, China, India, Asia and South Korea.
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