RCLNEUTRAL

EV/EBITDA

14.5x

Updated 30h ago

Sector Performance

55th percentile

RCL

14.5x

Sector Median

13.7x

Sector Avg

18.4x

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Deep Analysis

RCL’s EV/EBITDA of 14.5x means that its enterprise value (market cap plus debt minus cash) is 14.5 times its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization — a measure of valuation relative to operating profit.

This is above the sector median of 13.7x, placing RCL in the 55th percentile among its peers, indicating it trades at a slightly higher multiple than a typical sector company. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a decline of -4.7%, reflecting a modest recent compression in the valuation multiple. Together, the above-median level and the downward quarterly trend suggest that while RCL is still priced on the expensive side, the recent decline could reduce some valuation risk if the trend continues. The combination of a premium valuation and a contracting multiple does not clearly signal a strong opportunity or an imminent problem. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the valuation is neither cheap enough to be clearly attractive nor extreme enough to warrant a bearish stance.

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: 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.