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CAG EV/EBITDA Analysis

8.6x

Updated 297h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

EV/EBITDA is a valuation multiple that compares a company's total enterprise value—including debt—to its operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization; at 8.6x, it suggests you would pay 8.6 years of current operating profit to buy the entire business.

Sector Performance

25th percentile

CAG

8.6x

Sector Median

13.6x

Sector Avg

-30.9x

Prior Period

8.4x(Aug 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

That level sits well below the sector median of 13.6x, placing CAG in the 25th percentile among peers, meaning most comparable companies trade at higher multiples. The trend is stable across the last eight quarters, with a year-over-year increase of +6.8% and a quarter-over-quarter increase of +2.9%, though the historical values (8.6x, 8.4x, 8.3x, 8.2x, 8.1x) show only modest movement. A low multiple combined with a stable upward drift can signal that investors see limited growth or unresolved risks, rather than a bargain. This metric supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict because the discount to peers and the flat trajectory offer no compelling evidence of a positive re-rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about CAG?

A valuation multiple preferred by analysts for capital-intensive or leveraged businesses. Useful for cross-sector comparisons where earnings can be distorted by debt.

How is the EV/EBITDA calculated?

EV/EBITDA is calculated as: Enterprise Value / EBITDA.

Who are CAG's closest peers by EV/EBITDA?

The closest peers by EV/EBITDA include: SMTC (76.6x), SHOP (80.2x), OKTA (83.5x), TEAM (101.4x), STEM (102.7x).

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The Formula

Enterprise Value / EBITDA

Why It Matters

A valuation multiple preferred by analysts for capital-intensive or leveraged businesses. Useful for cross-sector comparisons where earnings can be distorted by debt.