Knorr-Bremse AGXSWX:KBX 84 EV-to-EBITDA is 13.30 as of Jul. 12, 2026, which is 29% above its 10-year median of 10.32. GuruFocus rates XSWX:KBX with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF66.94. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,148 Vehicles & Parts companies, Knorr-Bremse AG ranks worse than 64.55% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Knorr-Bremse AG's enterprise value is CHF16,679 Mil.
Knorr-Bremse AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF1,254 Mil. Therefore, Knorr-Bremse AG's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 13.30.
The historical rank and industry rank for Knorr-Bremse AG's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:KBX'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.57 Med: 10.32 Max: 15.04
Current: 13.41
During the past 11 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Knorr-Bremse AG was 15.04. The lowest was 4.57. And the median was 10.32.
XSWX:KBX's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 64.55% of 1148
companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 9.455
vs XSWX:KBX: 13.41
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).
Knorr-Bremse AG (XSWX:KBX) 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.
Knorr-Bremse AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Knorr-Bremse AG's share price for today is CHF92.60.
Knorr-Bremse 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 CHF3.176.
* 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 Knorr-Bremse 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 Auto Parts subindustry, Knorr-Bremse 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.
Knorr-Bremse AG EV-to-EBITDA vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Knorr-Bremse AG's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Knorr-Bremse AG's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Knorr-Bremse AG's current Enterprise Value is CHF16,679 Mil.
Knorr-Bremse 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 CHF1,254 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.
Knorr-Bremse AG (XSWX:KBX) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 13.30 as of Jul. 12, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Knorr-Bremse AG. This is 29% above median its historical median of 10.32. Over the past decade, Knorr-Bremse AG's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.57 to 15.04. According to the industry distribution chart, Knorr-Bremse AG ranks #741 out of 1148 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 64.5%.
Is Knorr-Bremse AG's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Knorr-Bremse AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.30 is 29% above median its 10-year median of 10.32. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.57 to a high of 15.04. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.46. Knorr-Bremse AG's value of 13.30 is 40.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Knorr-Bremse AG ranks #741 out of 1148 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Knorr-Bremse AG has a GF Score™ of 84/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Knorr-Bremse AG's EV-to-EBITDA compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Knorr-Bremse AG ranks #741 out of 1148 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Knorr-Bremse AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.46. Knorr-Bremse AG's value of 13.30 is 40.7% above this benchmark. Historically, Knorr-Bremse AG's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.57 to 15.04 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.32 vs. the industry median of 9.46, Knorr-Bremse AG 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 a Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Vehicles & Parts companies is 9.46, based on 1,148 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. Knorr-Bremse AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.30 is 40.7% 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 Knorr-Bremse AG. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.46 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Knorr-Bremse AG's current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.30, which is 29% above median its own 10-year median of 10.32. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Knorr-Bremse AG stock overvalued right now?
Knorr-Bremse AG (XSWX:KBX) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.30. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF66.94, compared to a current price of CHF92.60 — trading 38.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.30, which is 29% above median its 10-year median of 10.32 and 40.7% above the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 9.46. Knorr-Bremse AG's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 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 Knorr-Bremse AG (XSWX:KBX), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.30 as of Jul. 12, 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 Knorr-Bremse AG (XSWX:KBX) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Knorr-Bremse AG stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of CHF92.60 is trading 38.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF66.94.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:KBX:
EV-to-EBITDA: 13.30 (29% above median its 10-year median of 10.32)
GF Value™: CHF66.94 vs. price of CHF92.60 (38.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 40.7% above the Vehicles & Parts median (#741 of 1148)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:KBX stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Knorr-Bremse AG is engaged in the development, production, marketing, and servicing of Automotive parts. It operates its business activities in two divisions: Rail Vehicle Systems and Commercial Vehicle Systems. Its product portfolio comprises Braking, entrance, and HVAC systems; power electric and control technology; digital solutions; couplers; signal systems; pneumatic braking systems; energy supply and distribution systems; wiper and wash systems; and others. Maximum of revenue is from Rail Vehicle System. Its geographical segments are Europe/Africa, North America, South America, and Asia-Pacific. The majority of its revenue is from Europe/Africa.
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