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PHM EV/EBITDA Analysis

9.0x

Higher than 42% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers

Updated 726h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

PulteGroup's EV/EBITDA of 9.0x shows how much an investor pays for each dollar of operating earnings (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization), including debt and cash in the enterprise value.

Sector Performance

42th percentile

PHM

9.0x

Sector Median

10.0x

Sector Avg

15.5x

Prior Period

9.6x(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

This sits below the sector median of 10.3x, placing PulteGroup at the 38th percentile among Consumer Cyclical peers, meaning it is cheaper than most. The metric has been stable over the last eight quarters, with a year-over-year increase of +9.6% and a quarter-over-quarter decline of -5.9%. A stable, below-median multiple with mild quarterly softening suggests limited valuation downside, while the YoY rise points to cautious re-pricing rather than a clear bargain. That combination—cheap relative to peers but not trending decisively lower—implies moderate risk and no standout opportunity. This supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the valuation is neither compellingly cheap nor stretched enough to change the view.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about PHM?

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 PHM's EV/EBITDA compare to its sector?

PHM's EV/EBITDA of 9.0x compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 10.0x, placing it in the 42th percentile.

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

The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by EV/EBITDA include: SKX (9.9x), AEO (10.2x), APTV (10.3x), CZR (9.0x), BALL (11.5x).

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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.