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Clariant AGXSWX:CLN -1.02%66 EV-to-EBITDA is 10.80 as of Jul. 17, 2026, which is 5% below its 10-year median of 11.34. GuruFocus rates XSWX:CLN with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF9.90 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,317 Chemicals companies, Clariant AG ranks better than 58.31% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Clariant AG's enterprise value is CHF4,048 Mil.
Clariant AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF375 Mil. Therefore, Clariant AG's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 10.80.
The historical rank and industry rank for Clariant AG's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:CLN'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.53 Med: 11.34 Max: 18.81
Current: 10.8
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Clariant AG was 18.81. The lowest was 5.53. And the median was 11.34.
XSWX:CLN's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 58.31% of 1317
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 13.33
vs XSWX:CLN: 10.80
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).
Clariant AG (XSWX:CLN) 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.
Clariant AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Clariant AG's share price for today is CHF7.745.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Clariant AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF-0.230.
* 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 Clariant 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.
XSWX:CLN vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Clariant 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.
Clariant AG EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Clariant AG's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Clariant AG's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Clariant AG's current Enterprise Value is CHF4,048 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Clariant AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF375 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.
Clariant AG (XSWX:CLN) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 10.80 as of Jul. 17, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Clariant AG. This is near median its historical median of 11.34. Over the past decade, Clariant AG's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.53 to 18.81. According to the industry distribution chart, Clariant AG ranks #549 out of 1317 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 41.7%.
Is Clariant AG's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Clariant AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.80 is near median its 10-year median of 11.34. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.53 to a high of 18.81. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.33. Clariant AG's value of 10.80 is 19% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Clariant AG ranks #549 out of 1317 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Clariant AG has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Clariant AG's EV-to-EBITDA compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Clariant AG ranks #549 out of 1317 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Clariant AG in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.33. Clariant AG's value of 10.80 is 19% below this benchmark. Historically, Clariant AG's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.53 to 18.81 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.34 vs. the industry median of 13.33, Clariant 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 13.33, based on 1,317 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. Clariant AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.80 is 19% 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 Clariant AG. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.33 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Clariant AG's current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.80, which is near median its own 10-year median of 11.34. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Clariant AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Clariant AG (XSWX:CLN) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF9.90, compared to a current price of CHF7.75 — trading 21.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.80, which is near median its 10-year median of 11.34 and 19% below the Chemicals industry median of 13.33. Clariant AG's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 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 Clariant AG (XSWX:CLN), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.80 as of Jul. 17, 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 Clariant AG (XSWX:CLN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Clariant AG stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of CHF7.75 is trading 21.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF9.90.
GuruFocus considers Clariant AG to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:CLN:
EV-to-EBITDA: 10.80 (near median its 10-year median of 11.34)
GF Value™: CHF9.90 vs. price of CHF7.75 (21.8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 19% below the Chemicals median (#549 of 1317)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:CLN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Clariant AG is a Switzerland-based specialty chemicals company with world-wide operations. It develops, manufactures, distributes, and sells a broad range of specialty chemicals, which play a key role in its customers' manufacturing and treatment processes or add value to their end products. The company reports in three business areas: care chemicals, absorbents and additives and catalysts. Care chemicals mainly targets consumer end markets such as personal care and homecare, but it also has an industrial component. Absorbents and additives encompass Clariant's coatings and adhesives, absorbents, and plastics segments. Catalysts manufacturers process catalysts, mainly for petrochemical and syngas plants.
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