CTRANEUTRAL

EV/EBITDA

5.8x

Updated 488h ago

Sector Performance

14th percentile

CTRA

5.8x

Sector Median

13.7x

Sector Avg

18.7x

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Deep Analysis

CTRA's current EV/EBITDA of 5.8x means the company's enterprise value—its total market value including debt—is 5.8 times its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization.

This multiple is a valuation tool that shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of operating profit. Relative to the sector median of 14.4x, CTRA trades at a very low multiple, placing it in the 4th percentile among peers—meaning it is cheaper than 96% of comparable companies. The metric has been increasing over the last eight quarters, with a quarter-over-quarter rise of +17.4% from 4.9x to 5.8x; no year-over-year change is available. A low EV/EBITDA combined with an upward trend can signal either improving fundamentals driving the multiple higher or a potential re-rating, creating both an opportunity if earnings growth continues and a risk if the trend reverses. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict by showing a discount to peers that is narrowing, offering no clear bullish or bearish edge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about CTRA?

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 CTRA's closest peers by EV/EBITDA?

The closest peers by EV/EBITDA include: LSPD (-24.2x), BRZE (-24.5x), EVGO (-25.7x), NIO (-36.8x), SNAP (-38.8x).

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.