KMD Brands (ASX:KMD) YoY EBITDA Growth: 2.07% (As of Jan. 2026)

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ASX:KMD KMD Brands Ltd ASX:KMD
45 GF Score
Price A$1.40
GF Value A$5.62
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is KMD Brands YoY EBITDA Growth?

KMD Brands ASX:KMD -0.36% 45 YoY EBITDA Growth is 2.07% as of Jan. 2026. GuruFocus rates ASX:KMD with a GF Score™ of 45/100 and a GF Value™ of A$5.62 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

YoY EBITDA Growth is the percentage change of EBITDA per Share over the past twelve months. KMD Brands's YoY EBITDA Growth for the quarter that ended in Jan. 2026 was 2.07%.

KMD Brands's EBITDA per Share for the six months ended in Jan. 2026 was A$1.03.

KMD Brands YoY EBITDA Growth Historical Data

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The historical data trend for KMD Brands's YoY EBITDA Growth can be seen below:

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* 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.

KMD Brands YoY EBITDA Growth Chart

KMD Brands Annual Data
Trend Jul16 Jul17 Jul18 Jul19 Jul20 Jul21 Jul22 Jul23 Jul24 Jul25
YoY EBITDA Growth
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KMD Brands Semi-Annual Data
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KMD Brands YoY EBITDA Growth Calculation

YoY EBITDA Growth is the percentage change of EBITDA per Share over the past twelve months.

KMD Brands's YoY EBITDA Growth for the fiscal year that ended in Jul. 2025 is calculated as:

YoY EBITDA Growth (A: Jul. 2025 )
=(EBITDA per Share (A: Jul. 2025 )-EBITDA per Share (A: Jul. 2024 ))/ | EBITDA per Share (A: Jul. 2024 ) |
=(0.767-1.836)/ | 1.836 |
=-58.22 %

KMD Brands's YoY EBITDA Growth for the quarter that ended in Jan. 2026 is calculated as:

YoY EBITDA Growth (Q: Jan. 2026 )
=(EBITDA per Share (Q: Jan. 2026 )-EBITDA per Share (Q: Jan. 2025 )) / | EBITDA per Share (Q: Jan. 2025 )) |
=(1.034-1.013)/ | 1.013 |
=2.07 %

* 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 YoY EBITDA Growth →
What does a YoY EBITDA Growth of 2.07% mean?
KMD Brands (ASX:KMD) has a YoY EBITDA Growth of 2.07% as of Jan. 2026. YoY EBITDA Growth is the percentage change of EBITDA per share over the past 12-month. View historical data for KMD Brands and its competitors.
Is KMD Brands' YoY EBITDA Growth too high?
KMD Brands' current YoY EBITDA Growth is 2.07%. Overall, KMD Brands has a GF Score™ of 45/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does KMD Brands' YoY EBITDA Growth compare to RL and LEVI?
KMD Brands' YoY EBITDA Growth of 2.07% can be compared against companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good YoY EBITDA Growth for a Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories company?
A good YoY EBITDA Growth depends on the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry context. However, YoY EBITDA Growth should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high YoY EBITDA Growth mean?
A high YoY EBITDA Growth can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. YoY EBITDA Growth is the percentage change of EBITDA per share over the past 12-month. View historical data for KMD Brands and its competitors. KMD Brands's current YoY EBITDA Growth is 2.07%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is KMD Brands stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KMD Brands (ASX:KMD) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is A$5.62, compared to a current price of A$1.40 — trading 75.1% below its estimated fair value. The current YoY EBITDA Growth is 2.07%. KMD Brands' overall GF Score™ is 45/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is YoY EBITDA Growth calculated?
YoY EBITDA Growth is calculated from a company's financial statements. For KMD Brands (ASX:KMD), the current YoY EBITDA Growth is 2.07% as of Jan. 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 KMD Brands (ASX:KMD) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KMD Brands stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of A$1.40 is trading 75.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$5.62. GuruFocus considers KMD Brands to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for ASX:KMD:

  • YoY EBITDA Growth: 2.07%
  • GF Value™: A$5.62 vs. price of A$1.40 (75.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 45/100 with 3 warning signs

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

KMD Brands Business Description

Address 223 Tuam Street, Christchurch Central, Christchurch, NZL, 8011
KMD Brands Ltd is a designer, marketer, retailer, and wholesaler of apparel, footwear, and equipment for surfing and the outdoors. The company operates through three brands including Kathmandu, which is a designer, retailer, and wholesaler of apparel footwear, and equipment for outdoor travel and adventure; Rip Curl, which is a designer, manufacturer, wholesaler and retailer of surfing equipment and apparel; and Oboz, which is a designer, wholesaler and online retailer of outdoor footwear. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the Kathmandu segment.
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