EV/EBITDA
Higher than 89% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers
Updated 152h ago
Sector Performance
89th percentileROL
26.0x
Sector Median
10.3x
Sector Avg
15.7x
Deep Analysis
Rollins’s current EV/EBITDA of 26.0x means investors are paying 26 times the company’s operating profit (EBITDA) for its enterprise value – a high valuation multiple that reflects expectations for future growth or premium pricing.
Among Consumer Cyclical peers, this multiple far exceeds the sector median of 13.2x and lands in the 87th percentile, indicating it is more expensive than nearly nine out of ten comparable companies. Over the past eight quarters the metric has been decreasing, though the year-over-year change is not available; the most recent quarter-over-quarter change was a slight decline of -0.2%. The combination of a very high absolute level with a gradually declining trend suggests that while the stock remains richly valued relative to peers, the compression in the multiple may reduce some downside risk if the trend continues. This mixed signal – elevated valuation but a softening trajectory – aligns with the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as it neither confirms an obvious bargain nor a clear overvaluation that would trigger a strongly bearish view.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about ROL?
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 ROL's EV/EBITDA compare to its sector?
ROL's EV/EBITDA of 26.0x compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 10.3x, placing it in the 89th percentile.
Who are ROL's closest peers by EV/EBITDA?
The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by EV/EBITDA include: AEO (10.2x), APTV (10.3x), SKX (9.9x), CZR (8.9x), BALL (11.6x).
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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26.0x
Sector Median
10.3x
Sector Avg
15.7x
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