Jenoptik AG (XSWX:JEN) EV-to-EBITDA: 13.70 (As of Jul. 25, 2026) — 18% Above Median

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XSWX:JEN Jenoptik AG XSWX:JEN
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Price CHF36.60
GF Value CHF23.11
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What is Jenoptik AG EV-to-EBITDA?

Jenoptik AG XSWX:JEN 85 EV-to-EBITDA is 13.70 as of Jul. 25, 2026, which is 18% above its 10-year median of 11.57. GuruFocus rates XSWX:JEN with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF23.11. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,896 Hardware companies, Jenoptik AG ranks better than 53.74% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Jenoptik AG's enterprise value is CHF2,388.1 Mil. Jenoptik AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF174.3 Mil. Therefore, Jenoptik AG's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 13.70.

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

XSWX:JEN' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.03   Med: 11.57   Max: 19.34
Current: 13.69

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Jenoptik AG was 19.34. The lowest was 6.03. And the median was 11.57.

XSWX:JEN's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
53.74% of 1896 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 15.07 vs XSWX:JEN: 13.69

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 (2026-07-25), Jenoptik AG's stock price is CHF36.60. Jenoptik AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF1.283. Therefore, Jenoptik AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 28.53.

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


Jenoptik AG  (XSWX:JEN) 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.

Jenoptik AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=36.60/1.283
=28.53

Jenoptik AG's share price for today is CHF36.60.
Jenoptik AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was CHF1.283.

* 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?


Jenoptik AG EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Jenoptik AG EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Jenoptik 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.

Jenoptik AG EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Jenoptik AG Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Jenoptik AG Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 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 7.33 7.94 7.29 8.03 10.29

XSWX:JEN vs APH, GLW, TEL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Electronic Components subindustry, Jenoptik 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.


Jenoptik AG EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Jenoptik AG's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Jenoptik AG EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Jenoptik AG's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=2388.069/174.334
=13.70

Jenoptik AG's current Enterprise Value is CHF2,388.1 Mil.
Jenoptik AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was CHF174.3 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 13.70 mean?
Jenoptik AG (XSWX:JEN) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 13.70 as of Jul. 25, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Jenoptik AG. This is 18% above median its historical median of 11.57. Over the past decade, Jenoptik AG's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.03 to 19.34. According to the industry distribution chart, Jenoptik AG ranks #877 out of 1896 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 46.3%.
Is Jenoptik AG's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Jenoptik AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.70 is 18% above median its 10-year median of 11.57. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.03 to a high of 19.34. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.07. Jenoptik AG's value of 13.70 is 9.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Jenoptik AG ranks #877 out of 1896 companies in the Hardware industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Jenoptik AG has a GF Score™ of 85/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Jenoptik AG's EV-to-EBITDA compare to APH and GLW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Jenoptik AG ranks #877 out of 1896 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Jenoptik AG in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.07. Jenoptik AG's value of 13.70 is 9.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Jenoptik AG's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.03 to 19.34 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.57 vs. the industry median of 15.07, Jenoptik 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Hardware companies is 15.07, based on 1,896 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. Jenoptik AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.70 is 9.1% 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 Jenoptik AG. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.07 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Jenoptik AG's current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.70, which is 18% above median its own 10-year median of 11.57. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Jenoptik AG stock overvalued right now?
Jenoptik AG (XSWX:JEN) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.70. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF23.11, compared to a current price of CHF36.60 — trading 58.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.70, which is 18% above median its 10-year median of 11.57 and 9.1% below the Hardware industry median of 15.07. Jenoptik AG's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 3 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 Jenoptik AG (XSWX:JEN), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.70 as of Jul. 25, 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 Jenoptik AG (XSWX:JEN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Jenoptik AG stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of CHF36.60 is trading 58.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF23.11.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:JEN:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 13.70 (18% above median its 10-year median of 11.57)
  • GF Value™: CHF23.11 vs. price of CHF36.60 (58.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 9.1% below the Hardware median (#877 of 1896)

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


Jenoptik AG Business Description

Address Carl-Zeiss-Strasse 1, Jena, DEU, 07743
Jenoptik AG is a Germany-based company that manufactures and distributes optical technology products to the semiconductor equipment, automotive, medical technology, defense, security, and aviation industries. Its products include optoelectronic systems, power supply, and drive systems, industrial metrology, camera and camera modules, laser technology, light-emitting diode technology, aviation systems, and traffic safety systems. The company's operating segments are; Photonic Solutions which generates key revenue, Smart Mobility Solutions, and Non-Photonic portfolio and others.
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