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META EV/EBITDA Analysis

15.1x

Higher than 0% of Communication Services sector peers

Updated 253h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Meta Platforms' current EV/EBITDA of 15.1x means the company's enterprise value is 15.1 times its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization — a measure of valuation relative to operating cash flow.

Sector Performance

0th percentile

Deep Analysis

This sits well below the Communication Services sector median of 22.1x, placing Meta in the 25th percentile among peers, indicating it trades at a discount relative to the sector. Over the latest eight quarters, the metric has been decreasing; the quarter-over-quarter change is -3.5%, while the year-over-year change is not available. The combination of a below-sector multiple and a declining trend could signal either a compressed valuation that offers an entry point or persistent weakness in earnings expectations. This profile neither strongly supports nor contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict — the low percentile suggests potential value, but the downward trend introduces uncertainty, aligning with a neutral stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about META?

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 META's EV/EBITDA compare to its sector?

META's EV/EBITDA of 15.1x compares to a Communication Services sector median of 24.4x, placing it in the 0th percentile.

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

The closest Communication Services peers by EV/EBITDA include: GOOGL (26.8x), NFLX (22.1x), TWTR (204.5x).

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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.

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