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RCL EV/EBITDA Analysis

14.6x

Updated 201h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

RCL's EV/EBITDA of 15.3x means investors pay 15.3 times earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization for the whole company, a common valuation gauge.

Sector Performance

55th percentile

RCL

14.6x

Sector Median

13.6x

Sector Avg

-30.9x

Prior Period

15.3x(Aug 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

RCL's EV/EBITDA of 15.3x means investors pay 15.3 times earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization for the whole company, a common valuation gauge.

This is above the sector median of 13.5x, placing RCL at the 57th percentile among peers, so it is moderately more expensive than half the sector. The trend over the last eight quarters is stable: the ratio rose 5.0% from a year ago and 0.7% from the previous quarter, moving from 14.5x to 15.3x. A stable, above-median multiple with modest upward drift suggests the market is paying a steady premium without a major valuation expansion. This implies limited upside from multiple re-rating, but also no immediate compression risk, so risk is balanced. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as it shows neither a compelling discount nor an excessive overvaluation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about RCL?

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 RCL's closest peers by EV/EBITDA?

The closest peers by EV/EBITDA include: SMTC (76.6x), SHOP (80.2x), OKTA (83.5x), TEAM (101.4x), STEM (102.7x).

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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.