HLTCAUTIOUS

EV/EBITDA

29.9x

Updated 272h ago

Sector Performance

87th percentile

HLT

29.9x

Sector Median

13.7x

Sector Avg

18.7x

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Deep Analysis

The current EV/EBITDA of 29.9x means the company’s enterprise value (market cap plus debt minus cash) is nearly 30 times its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization—a high multiple reflecting investors are willing to pay a premium for each dollar of operating profit.

This compares to a sector median of 13.8x, placing HLT in the 89th percentile among its peers, far more expensive than most. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a slight decline of -1.0% from 30.2x to 29.9x. While the high valuation alone signals elevated expectations and lower margin of safety, the small downward trend offers a modest tempering of that premium, yet the level remains extreme. This metric supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict: the expensive multiple, even with a minor dip, leaves limited room for error and points to downside risk if growth disappoints.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about HLT?

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 HLT'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.