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CPT EV/EBITDA Analysis

17.8x

Updated 273h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

EV/EBITDA measures a company’s total value (market cap plus debt minus cash) relative to its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization.

Sector Performance

67th percentile

CPT

17.8x

Sector Median

13.6x

Sector Avg

-30.9x

Prior Period

18.2x(Aug 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

EV/EBITDA measures a company’s total value (market cap plus debt minus cash) relative to its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization.

Current 17.8x is higher than the sector median of 13.6x, placing CPT at the 67th percentile among peers. The metric is decreasing: over the last 8 quarters the trend is down, with a quarter-over-quarter change of -1.8% (from 18.2x previously, and 19.3x before that); year-over-year change is not available. A still-premium multiple that is compressing suggests valuation is softening from elevated levels, reducing some downside risk but also reflecting weaker growth expectations. This supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict because the above-median valuation leaves limited margin of safety even as the trend improves.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about CPT?

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 CPT'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.