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ABBXSWX:ABBN +2.02%79 EV-to-EBITDA is 24.61 as of Jul. 22, 2026, which is 43% above its 10-year median of 17.25. GuruFocus rates XSWX:ABBN with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF51.33 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 2,473 Industrial Products companies, ABB ranks worse than 66.96% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, ABB's enterprise value is CHF149,714 Mil.
ABB's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was CHF6,084 Mil. Therefore, ABB's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 24.61.
The historical rank and industry rank for ABB's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:ABBN'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.22 Med: 17.25 Max: 32.06
Current: 24.61
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of ABB was 32.06. The lowest was 8.22. And the median was 17.25.
XSWX:ABBN's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 66.96% of 2473
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 15.46
vs XSWX:ABBN: 24.61
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 (2026-07-22), ABB's stock price is CHF80.88.
ABB's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was CHF2.202. Therefore, ABB's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 36.73.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
ABB (XSWX:ABBN) 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.
ABB's share price for today is CHF80.88.
ABB'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 CHF2.202.
* 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 ABB'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.
XSWX:ABBN vs VRT, BE, HUBB: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Electrical Equipment & Parts subindustry, ABB'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.
ABB EV-to-EBITDA vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, ABB's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where ABB's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
ABB's current Enterprise Value is CHF149,714 Mil.
ABB'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 CHF6,084 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.
ABB (XSWX:ABBN) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 24.61 as of Jul. 22, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on ABB. This is 43% above median its historical median of 17.25. Over the past decade, ABB's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.22 to 32.06. According to the industry distribution chart, ABB ranks #1656 out of 2473 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 67%.
Is ABB's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
ABB's current EV-to-EBITDA of 24.61 is 43% above median its 10-year median of 17.25. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.22 to a high of 32.06. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.46. ABB's value of 24.61 is 59.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, ABB ranks #1656 out of 2473 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, ABB has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ABB's EV-to-EBITDA compare to VRT and BE?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, ABB ranks #1656 out of 2473 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places ABB in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.46. ABB's value of 24.61 is 59.2% above this benchmark. Historically, ABB's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.22 to 32.06 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 17.25 vs. the industry median of 15.46, ABB 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Industrial Products companies is 15.46, based on 2,473 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. ABB's current EV-to-EBITDA of 24.61 is 59.2% 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 ABB. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.46 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. ABB's current EV-to-EBITDA is 24.61, which is 43% above median its own 10-year median of 17.25. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ABB stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ABB (XSWX:ABBN) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF51.33, compared to a current price of CHF80.88 — trading 57.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 24.61, which is 43% above median its 10-year median of 17.25 and 59.2% above the Industrial Products industry median of 15.46. ABB's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 with 1 warning sign 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 ABB (XSWX:ABBN), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 24.61 as of Jul. 22, 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 ABB (XSWX:ABBN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ABB stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of CHF80.88 is trading 57.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF51.33.
GuruFocus considers ABB to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:ABBN:
EV-to-EBITDA: 24.61 (43% above median its 10-year median of 17.25)
GF Value™: CHF51.33 vs. price of CHF80.88 (57.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 59.2% above the Industrial Products median (#1656 of 2473)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:ABBN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
ABB supplies electrical equipment and automation products. Founded in the late 19th century, the company was created out of the merger of two old industrial companies: ASEA and BBC. Its products include electrical equipment, industrial robots, and equipment used for industrial automation, sold via approximately 19 business divisions. ABB is the number-one or number-two supplier in two-thirds of its product segments.
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