KION GROUP AG (XSWX:KGX) EV-to-EBITDA: 4.72 (As of Jul. 22, 2026) — 29% Below Median

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XSWX:KGX KION GROUP AG XSWX:KGX
79 GF Score
Price CHF37.93
GF Value CHF36.39
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is KION GROUP AG EV-to-EBITDA?

KION GROUP AG XSWX:KGX 79 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.72 as of Jul. 22, 2026, which is 29% below its 10-year median of 6.62. GuruFocus rates XSWX:KGX with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF36.39 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 179 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery companies, KION GROUP AG ranks better than 84.36% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, KION GROUP AG's enterprise value is CHF9,254 Mil. KION GROUP AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF1,960 Mil. Therefore, KION GROUP AG's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.72.

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

XSWX:KGX' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.15   Med: 6.62   Max: 10.52
Current: 4.76

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of KION GROUP AG was 10.52. The lowest was 3.15. And the median was 6.62.

XSWX:KGX's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
84.36% of 179 companies
in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry
Industry Median: 9.43 vs XSWX:KGX: 4.76

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), KION GROUP AG's stock price is CHF37.93. KION GROUP AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF2.601. Therefore, KION GROUP AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 14.58.

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


KION GROUP AG  (XSWX:KGX) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=37.93/2.601
=14.58

KION GROUP AG's share price for today is CHF37.93.
KION GROUP 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 CHF2.601.

* 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?


KION GROUP AG EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


KION GROUP AG EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for KION GROUP 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.

KION GROUP AG EV-to-EBITDA Chart

KION GROUP AG Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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KION GROUP AG Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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XSWX:KGX vs CAT, DE, PCAR: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery subindustry, KION GROUP 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.


KION GROUP AG EV-to-EBITDA vs Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery Industry

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry and Industrials sector, KION GROUP AG's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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KION GROUP AG EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=9253.755/1960.209
=4.72

KION GROUP AG's current Enterprise Value is CHF9,254 Mil.
KION GROUP 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 CHF1,960 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 4.72 mean?
KION GROUP AG (XSWX:KGX) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.72 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 KION GROUP AG. This is 29% below median its historical median of 6.62. Over the past decade, KION GROUP AG's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.15 to 10.52. According to the industry distribution chart, KION GROUP AG ranks #28 out of 179 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, placing it in the top 15.6%.
Is KION GROUP AG's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
KION GROUP AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.72 is 29% below median its 10-year median of 6.62. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.15 to a high of 10.52. The Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.43. KION GROUP AG's value of 4.72 is 49.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, KION GROUP AG ranks #28 out of 179 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, KION GROUP AG has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does KION GROUP AG's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CAT and DE?
According to the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry distribution chart, KION GROUP AG ranks #28 out of 179 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places KION GROUP AG in the top 16% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.43. KION GROUP AG's value of 4.72 is 49.9% below this benchmark. Historically, KION GROUP AG's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.15 to 10.52 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.62 vs. the industry median of 9.43, KION GROUP 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 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery companies is 9.43, based on 179 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. KION GROUP AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.72 is 49.9% 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 KION GROUP AG. For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.43 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. KION GROUP AG's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.72, which is 29% below median its own 10-year median of 6.62. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is KION GROUP AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KION GROUP AG (XSWX:KGX) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF36.39, compared to a current price of CHF37.93 — trading 4.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.72, which is 29% below median its 10-year median of 6.62 and 49.9% below the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry median of 9.43. KION GROUP AG's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 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 KION GROUP AG (XSWX:KGX), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.72 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 KION GROUP AG (XSWX:KGX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KION GROUP AG stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of CHF37.93 is trading 4.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF36.39. GuruFocus considers KION GROUP AG to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:KGX:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 4.72 (29% below median its 10-year median of 6.62)
  • GF Value™: CHF36.39 vs. price of CHF37.93 (4.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 49.9% below the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery median (#28 of 179)

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


KION GROUP AG Business Description

Address Thea-Rasche-Strasse 8, Frankfurt am Main, HE, DEU, 60549
KION GROUP AG is a provider of industrial trucks and supply chain solutions. Its portfolio encompasses industrial trucks, such as forklift trucks and warehouse trucks, as well as integrated automation technology and software solutions for the optimization of supply chains, including all related services. The company's segment include: Industrial Trucks & Services, Supply Chain Solutions, and Corporate Services. of which it derives maximum revenue from Industrial Trucks & Services. Geographically, it operates in EMEA (western Europe, eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa), Americas (North America, Central and South America), and APAC (China, and APAC excluding China), of which it derives maximum revenue from EMEA (western Europe, eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa).
79GF Score

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