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INTC EV/EBITDA Analysis

32.4x

Higher than 67% of TECHNOLOGY sector peers

Updated 1573h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

EV/EBITDA measures a company’s enterprise value relative to its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization—essentially how many dollars investors pay for each dollar of operating profit.

Sector Performance

67th percentile

INTC

32.4x

Sector Median

24.0x

Sector Avg

28.9x

Prior Period

29.4x(Aug 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

At 32.4x, INTC trades above its sector median of 28.3x, placing it in the 64th percentile of technology peers, meaning it is more expensive than most. The metric has been decreasing over the last eight quarters, though the most recent quarter shows a +10.1% quarter-over-quarter rise to 32.4x from 29.4x; year-over-year change is not available. Historical values (32.4x, 29.4x, 36.2x) show the prior quarter dropped from 36.2x, so the long-term compression is real, but the near-term uptick suggests valuation pressure is re-emerging. A level above peers combined with a declining trend points to a balanced risk—premium pricing may unwind, yet recent momentum could support a continued high multiple. This mix of elevated valuation and mixed direction supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as neither a clear discount

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about INTC?

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 INTC's EV/EBITDA compare to its sector?

INTC's EV/EBITDA of 32.4x compares to a TECHNOLOGY sector median of 24.0x, placing it in the 67th percentile.

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

The closest TECHNOLOGY peers by EV/EBITDA include: CSCO (24.0x), TXN (25.6x), DELL (21.5x), ORCL (18.3x), IBM (16.9x).

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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.