CZRCAUTIOUS

EV/EBITDA

8.9x

Higher than 41% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers

Updated 607h ago

Sector Performance

41th percentile

CZR

8.9x

Sector Median

10.3x

Sector Avg

15.7x

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Deep Analysis

Caesars Entertainment’s current EV/EBITDA of 8.9x means the company’s total enterprise value (market cap plus debt minus cash) is 8.9 times its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization — a common measure of valuation relative to operating profitability.

This ratio is below the Consumer Cyclical sector median of 11.2x, placing the stock in the 37th percentile among its sector peers, indicating it trades at a lower multiple than most competitors. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a +3.0% increase, with the most recent two values moving from 8.7x to 8.9x. While the current valuation level is below the sector median, the recent upward trend suggests the stock is becoming more expensive relative to earnings, which can introduce risk if the trend continues without commensurate earnings growth. This metric supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict because the rising multiple, even from a below-median starting point, signals diminishing margin of safety in a cyclical sector.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about CZR?

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 CZR's EV/EBITDA compare to its sector?

CZR's EV/EBITDA of 8.9x compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 10.3x, placing it in the 41th percentile.

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

The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by EV/EBITDA include: AEO (10.2x), APTV (10.3x), SKX (9.9x), BALL (11.6x), CCL (8.7x).

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.