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WFC EV/EBITDA Analysis

18.7x

Updated 1833h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current EV/EBITDA of 18.7x means that for every dollar of earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA), the company’s enterprise value (market cap plus debt minus cash) is $18.70 — a higher multiple typically indicates a more expensive valuation relative to its cash earnings.

Sector Performance

70th percentile

WFC

18.7x

Sector Median

13.6x

Sector Avg

-30.9x

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Deep Analysis

The current EV/EBITDA of 18.7x means that for every dollar of earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA), the company’s enterprise value (market cap plus debt minus cash) is $18.70 — a higher multiple typically indicates a more expensive valuation relative to its cash earnings.

This level sits above the sector median of 14.6x, placing the stock in the 70th percentile among peers, meaning 70% of sector companies have a lower EV/EBITDA than WFC. Trend data is not available: year-over-year change is N/A, quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, and no values exist for the last eight quarters. Without any directional trend, the combination of an above-median multiple with no recent movement implies that the stock’s premium valuation carries elevated risk if earnings falter, but also offers no clear momentum signal for a near-term opportunity. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the elevated valuation suggests caution, yet the absence of a trend prevents a decisive bullish or bearish stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about WFC?

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 WFC'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).

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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WFC

18.7x

Sector Median

13.6x

Sector Avg

-30.9x

How WFC's EV/EBITDA compares to sector peers.

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