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SLM EV/EBITDA Analysis

7.3x

Higher than 17% of Financial Services sector peers

Updated 3638h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

SLM (SLM) has a EV/EBITDA of 7.3x as of May 2026.

Sector Performance

17th percentile

SLM

7.3x

Sector Median

13.1x

Sector Avg

15.5x

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Deep Analysis

SLM (SLM) has a EV/EBITDA of 7.3x as of May 2026.

This places SLM in the 17th percentile of the Financial Services sector, which has a median EV/EBITDA of 13.1x and a sector average of 15.5x. SLM's EV/EBITDA is 44.4% below the sector median. In context: A valuation multiple preferred by analysts for capital-intensive or leveraged businesses. Useful for cross-sector comparisons where earnings can be distorted by debt.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about SLM?

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 SLM's EV/EBITDA compare to its sector?

SLM's EV/EBITDA of 7.3x compares to a Financial Services sector median of 13.1x, placing it in the 17th percentile.

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

The closest Financial Services peers by EV/EBITDA include: SCHW (12.6x), BAC (13.5x), PNC (11.6x), PFG (11.1x), AFL (11.0x).

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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.