XYLNEUTRAL

EV/EBITDA

15.6x

Updated 200h ago

Sector Performance

59th percentile

XYL

15.6x

Sector Median

13.7x

Sector Avg

18.7x

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Deep Analysis

The current EV/EBITDA of 15.6x means XYL's enterprise value is 15.6 times its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization — a measure of valuation relative to operating cash flow.

This sits above the sector median of 13.9x, placing XYL in the 58th percentile among peers, indicating it is priced at a premium to the typical company in its industry. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a +2.0% increase from the prior value of 15.3x. The combination of a valuation above the sector median and a slight upward trend suggests limited margin of safety; while not extreme, the premium and rising multiple could imply that future earnings growth is already priced in. This supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the metric reflects neither a compelling discount nor a clear overvaluation, aligning with a balanced risk-opportunity profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about XYL?

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 XYL'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.