MKCNEUTRAL

EV/EBITDA

13.2x

Updated 270h ago

Sector Performance

47th percentile

MKC

13.2x

Sector Median

13.7x

Sector Avg

18.4x

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Deep Analysis

MKC's current EV/EBITDA of 13.2x means that for every dollar of earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, the company's enterprise value (market cap plus debt) is 13.2 times that amount—a measure of how expensive the stock is relative to its operating profit.

This valuation sits just below the sector median of 13.8x, placing MKC in the 47th percentile among its peers, meaning it is slightly cheaper than about half the sector. The metric has been stable over the last eight quarters, with no year-over-year change available and a quarter-over-quarter decline of -1.3%, indicating no material shift in valuation. Because the current level is modestly below the sector median and the trend is flat, the stock presents neither a clear discount nor a premium, implying a balanced risk-return profile. This combination of a near-median valuation with a stable trend directly supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as there is no strong signal to be either undervalued or overvalued relative to peers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about MKC?

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 MKC'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.