VRSKNEUTRAL

EV/EBITDA

18.8x

Updated 176h ago

Sector Performance

70th percentile

VRSK

18.8x

Sector Median

13.7x

Sector Avg

18.7x

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Deep Analysis

The current EV/EBITDA of 18.8x means the company’s enterprise value (market cap plus debt minus cash) is 18.8 times its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization — a common measure of valuation.

This sits well above the sector median of 13.6x, placing the stock in the 70th percentile among peers, indicating a premium valuation relative to the industry. Over the last eight quarters, the metric has been stable: the year-over-year change is +5.7%, while the quarter-over-quarter change is -0.7%, reflecting minimal recent movement. A high valuation combined with a flat trend suggests limited near-term downside risk from multiple contraction, but also no clear undervaluation opportunity. This premium yet steady profile neither contradicts nor strongly supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict — it confirms the absence of a decisive bullish or bearish catalyst from this metric alone.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about VRSK?

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 VRSK'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.