CIX (Compx International) YoY EBITDA Growth: 16.27% (As of Mar. 2026)

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CIX Compx International Inc CIX
75 GF Score
Price $28.38
GF Value $24.02
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Compx International YoY EBITDA Growth?

Compx International CIX -0.73% 75 YoY EBITDA Growth is 16.27% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates CIX with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of $24.02 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

YoY EBITDA Growth is the percentage change of EBITDA per Share over the past twelve months. Compx International's YoY EBITDA Growth for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 16.27%.

Compx International's EBITDA per Share for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.64.

Compx International YoY EBITDA Growth Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Compx International's YoY EBITDA Growth 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.

Compx International YoY EBITDA Growth Chart

Compx International Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
YoY EBITDA Growth
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Compx International Quarterly Data
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Compx International YoY EBITDA Growth Calculation

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

Compx International's YoY EBITDA Growth for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as:

YoY EBITDA Growth (A: Dec. 2025 )
=(EBITDA per Share (A: Dec. 2025 )-EBITDA per Share (A: Dec. 2024 ))/ | EBITDA per Share (A: Dec. 2024 ) |
=(2.131-1.682)/ | 1.682 |
=26.69 %

Compx International's YoY EBITDA Growth for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

YoY EBITDA Growth (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=(EBITDA per Share (Q: Mar. 2026 )-EBITDA per Share (Q: Mar. 2025 )) / | EBITDA per Share (Q: Mar. 2025 )) |
=(0.643-0.553)/ | 0.553 |
=16.27 %

* 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 16.27% mean?
Compx International (CIX) has a YoY EBITDA Growth of 16.27% as of Mar. 2026. YoY EBITDA Growth is the percentage change of EBITDA per share over the past 12-month. View historical data for Compx International and its competitors.
Is Compx International's YoY EBITDA Growth too high?
Compx International's current YoY EBITDA Growth is 16.27%. Overall, Compx International has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Compx International's YoY EBITDA Growth compare to NL and MG?
Compx International's YoY EBITDA Growth of 16.27% can be compared against companies in the Business Services 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 Business Services company?
A good YoY EBITDA Growth depends on the Business Services 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 Compx International and its competitors. Compx International's current YoY EBITDA Growth is 16.27%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Compx International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Compx International (CIX) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $24.02, compared to a current price of $28.38 — trading 18.2% above its estimated fair value. The current YoY EBITDA Growth is 16.27%. Compx International's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 5 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 Compx International (CIX), the current YoY EBITDA Growth is 16.27% as of Mar. 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 Compx International (CIX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Compx International stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $28.38 is trading 18.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $24.02. GuruFocus considers Compx International to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CIX:

  • YoY EBITDA Growth: 16.27%
  • GF Value™: $24.02 vs. price of $28.38 (18.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Compx International Business Description

Address 5430 LBJ Freeway, Suite 1700, Dallas, TX, USA, 75240-2620
Compx International Inc is a manufacturer of security products. Its security products are used in recreational transportation, postal, office & institutional furniture, cabinetry, tool storage, healthcare, and a variety of other industries. Also, it is engaged in the manufacturing of stainless steel exhaust systems, gauges, throttle controls, and trim tabs for the recreational marine industry. The company's reportable operating segment includes Security Products and Marine Components. It generates maximum revenue from the Security Products segment, which manufactures mechanical and electrical cabinet locks and other locking mechanisms. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from the United States, followed by Canada, Mexico, and other markets.
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