Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG (XSWX:GAV) EV-to-EBITDA: 4.78 (As of Jul. 19, 2026) — 13% Below Median

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XSWX:GAV Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG XSWX:GAV
74 GF Score
Price CHF154.00
GF Value CHF203.36
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG EV-to-EBITDA?

Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG XSWX:GAV -0.65% 74 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.78 as of Jul. 19, 2026, which is 13% below its 10-year median of 5.50. GuruFocus rates XSWX:GAV with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF203.36 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,473 Industrial Products companies, Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG ranks better than 88.15% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's enterprise value is CHF46.2 Mil. Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF9.7 Mil. Therefore, Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.78.

The historical rank and industry rank for Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

XSWX:GAV' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.05   Med: 5.5   Max: 12.44
Current: 4.78

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG was 12.44. The lowest was 2.05. And the median was 5.50.

XSWX:GAV's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
88.15% of 2473 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 15.87 vs XSWX:GAV: 4.78

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 (2026-07-19), Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's stock price is CHF154.00. Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF2.570. Therefore, Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 59.92.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG  (XSWX:GAV) 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.

Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=154.00/2.570
=59.92

Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's share price for today is CHF154.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF2.570.

* 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).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Carlo Gavazzi Holding 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.

Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA
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Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 5.19 0.00 6.27 0.00 4.71

XSWX:GAV vs VRT, BE, HUBB: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Electrical Equipment & Parts subindustry, Carlo Gavazzi Holding 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.


Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG EV-to-EBITDA vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


XSWX:GAV
74GF Score
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Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=46.183/9.657
=4.78

Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's current Enterprise Value is CHF46.2 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF9.7 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.78 mean?
Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG (XSWX:GAV) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.78 as of Jul. 19, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG. This is 13% below median its historical median of 5.50. Over the past decade, Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.05 to 12.44. According to the industry distribution chart, Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG ranks #293 out of 2473 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 11.8%.
Is Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.78 is 13% below median its 10-year median of 5.50. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.05 to a high of 12.44. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.87. Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's value of 4.78 is 69.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG ranks #293 out of 2473 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's EV-to-EBITDA compare to VRT and BE?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG ranks #293 out of 2473 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG in the top 12% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.87. Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's value of 4.78 is 69.9% below this benchmark. Historically, Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.05 to 12.44 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.50 vs. the industry median of 15.87, Carlo Gavazzi Holding 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Industrial Products companies is 15.87, 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. Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.78 is 69.9% 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 Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.87 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.78, which is 13% below median its own 10-year median of 5.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG (XSWX:GAV) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF203.36, compared to a current price of CHF154.00 — trading 24.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.78, which is 13% below median its 10-year median of 5.50 and 69.9% below the Industrial Products industry median of 15.87. Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 4 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 Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG (XSWX:GAV), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.78 as of Jul. 19, 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 Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG (XSWX:GAV) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of CHF154.00 is trading 24.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF203.36. GuruFocus considers Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:GAV:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 4.78 (13% below median its 10-year median of 5.50)
  • GF Value™: CHF203.36 vs. price of CHF154.00 (24.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 69.9% below the Industrial Products median (#293 of 2473)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:GAV stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG Business Description

Other Exchanges GAVz:UK0QL5:UKD9N0:Germany
Address Sumpfstrasse 3, Steinhausen, CHE, CH-6312
Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG is engaged in the designing, manufacturing, and marketing of electronic control components for industrial and building automation markets. The product portfolio of the company comprises sensors, monitoring relays, timers, energy management systems, solid-state relays, safety devices, Fieldbus systems, and others. Its products are marketed through a network of sales companies and independent national distributors. It has operational footprints across Switzerland, Italy, other Europe, the Middle East and Africa, the United States of America, other North America, and Asia.
74GF Score

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