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VAT Group AGXSWX:VACN +5.07%86 EV-to-EBITDA is 68.14 as of Jul. 22, 2026, which is 144% above its 10-year median of 27.93. GuruFocus rates XSWX:VACN with a GF Score™ of 86/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF435.07 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,473 Industrial Products companies, VAT Group AG ranks worse than 88.96% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, VAT Group AG's enterprise value is CHF21,096 Mil.
VAT Group AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF310 Mil. Therefore, VAT Group AG's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 68.14.
The historical rank and industry rank for VAT Group AG's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:VACN'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 13.16 Med: 27.93 Max: 73.65
Current: 68.14
During the past 11 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of VAT Group AG was 73.65. The lowest was 13.16. And the median was 27.93.
XSWX:VACN's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 88.96% of 2473
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 15.46
vs XSWX:VACN: 68.14
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).
VAT Group AG (XSWX:VACN) 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.
VAT Group AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
VAT Group AG's share price for today is CHF700.40.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. VAT Group AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF7.140.
* 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 VAT 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.
XSWX:VACN vs GEV, ETN, PH: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, VAT 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.
VAT Group AG EV-to-EBITDA vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, VAT Group AG's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where VAT Group AG's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
VAT Group AG's current Enterprise Value is CHF21,096 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. VAT Group AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF310 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.
VAT Group AG (XSWX:VACN) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 68.14 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 VAT Group AG. This is 144% above median its historical median of 27.93. Over the past decade, VAT Group AG's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 13.16 to 73.65. According to the industry distribution chart, VAT Group AG ranks #2200 out of 2473 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 89%.
Is VAT Group AG's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
VAT Group AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 68.14 is 144% above median its 10-year median of 27.93. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 13.16 to a high of 73.65. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.46. VAT Group AG's value of 68.14 is 340.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, VAT Group AG ranks #2200 out of 2473 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, VAT Group AG has a GF Score™ of 86/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does VAT Group AG's EV-to-EBITDA compare to GEV and ETN?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, VAT Group AG ranks #2200 out of 2473 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places VAT Group AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.46. VAT Group AG's value of 68.14 is 340.8% above this benchmark. Historically, VAT Group AG's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 13.16 to 73.65 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 27.93 vs. the industry median of 15.46, VAT Group 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Industrial Products companies is 15.46, 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. VAT Group AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 68.14 is 340.8% 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 VAT Group AG. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.46 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. VAT Group AG's current EV-to-EBITDA is 68.14, which is 144% above median its own 10-year median of 27.93. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is VAT Group AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, VAT Group AG (XSWX:VACN) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF435.07, compared to a current price of CHF700.40 — trading 61% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 68.14, which is 144% above median its 10-year median of 27.93 and 340.8% above the Industrial Products industry median of 15.46. VAT Group AG's overall GF Score™ is 86/100 with 7 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 VAT Group AG (XSWX:VACN), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 68.14 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 VAT Group AG (XSWX:VACN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, VAT Group AG stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of CHF700.40 is trading 61% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF435.07.
GuruFocus considers VAT Group AG to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:VACN:
EV-to-EBITDA: 68.14 (144% above median its 10-year median of 27.93)
GF Value™: CHF435.07 vs. price of CHF700.40 (61% above fair value)
Industry Position: 340.8% above the Industrial Products median (#2200 of 2473)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:VACN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
VAT Group AG is a developer and manufacturer of vacuum valves and related solutions used in vacuum environments required for the manufacturing of semiconductors, photovoltaic solar cells, digital displays, and other industrial and research applications. Its products are mission-critical components that enable high-precision processes in near-perfect vacuum environments. It operates through two segments: valves, which earn maximum revenue and focus on the design and manufacture of vacuum valves and related components, and service, which provides spare parts, repairs, upgrades, and support services for installed products. The company maintains a production footprint across multiple locations and serves customers internationally, earning a majority of its revenue from China.
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