EV/EBITDA
Higher than 8% of Consumer Defensive sector peers
Updated 168h ago
Sector Performance
8th percentileCOTY
6.5x
Sector Median
12.7x
Sector Avg
18.2x
Deep Analysis
Coty’s current Enterprise Value to EBITDA (EV/EBITDA) ratio of 6.5x means that for every dollar of earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, the market values the entire company (including debt) at 6.5 dollars — a lower multiple often indicates the stock is relatively cheap.
That ratio places Coty in the 9th percentile among Consumer Defensive sector peers, far below the sector median of 10.7x, showing it trades at a steep discount. Trend data for this metric is not available: the year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, and the direction over the last eight quarters are all listed as “N/A,” so no recent movement can be assessed. The combination of a very low EV/EBITDA level (indicating potential undervaluation) with no trend information means the risk/opportunity picture is unclear — a cheap multiple could attract value investors, but without a trend, one cannot confirm whether the discount is narrowing or widening. This low valuation reading directly supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict; while the multiple suggests the stock may be undervalued, the lack of trend data and the neutral rating on Coty imply that other factors (such as earnings quality or growth outlook) likely offset that apparent bargain.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about COTY?
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.
How does COTY's EV/EBITDA compare to its sector?
COTY's EV/EBITDA of 6.5x compares to a Consumer Defensive sector median of 12.7x, placing it in the 8th percentile.
Who are COTY's closest peers by EV/EBITDA?
The closest Consumer Defensive peers by EV/EBITDA include: KDP (12.7x), ADM (11.6x), CELH (14.4x), CPB (10.6x), MO (9.0x).
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.
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6.5x
Sector Median
12.7x
Sector Avg
18.2x
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