LNCNEUTRAL

EV/EBITDA

3.2x

Updated 1710h ago

Sector Performance

10th percentile

LNC

3.2x

Sector Median

13.7x

Sector Avg

18.4x

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Deep Analysis

LNC trades at 3.1x enterprise value relative to its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, meaning investors pay $3.10 in market value for every $1 of operating cash generation.

This valuation is substantially cheaper than the sector median of 14.6x, placing LNC in the 4th percentile among peers—one of the most discounted valuations in its industry. The metric has remained flat at 3.1x over the last four quarters, indicating stable relative valuation with no improvement or deterioration in the company's trading multiple. This discount could reflect either genuine operational weakness relative to competitors or an opportunity for value investors, though the flat trend suggests the market has already priced in any known challenges. The low multiple warrants investigation into whether the company's depressed EBITDA generation justifies the valuation discount or whether it presents a potential turnaround situation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about LNC?

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 LNC'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.