Boeing Co EV/EBITDA
Data as of August 04, 2026
EV/EBITDA
30.40
Enterprise Value
$209.49B
EBITDA (TTM)
$6.89B
Sector
Aerospace & Defense
How It's Calculated
30.40 = $209.49B ÷ $6.89B
What This Means
Boeing Co's EV/EBITDA of 30.4 is elevated, which can reflect growth expectations, scarce assets, or cyclical EBITDA.
About Boeing Co
Boeing Co (BA) operates in the Aerospace & Defense sector, specifically in Aerospace & Defense. With a market capitalization of about $170.83B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $233.49, within a 52-week range of $176.77 to $254.35 (-8.2% from the high, +32.1% from the low). Beta of 1.23 suggests the stock has been more volatile than the broader market.
Trailing profit margin is about 2.6%, signaling modest profitability that investors should weigh against growth plans.
Understanding This Metric
EV/EBITDA is widely used when comparing companies with different debt loads because enterprise value includes net debt while EBITDA approximates operating cash earnings power. For Boeing Co, the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Aerospace & Defense. Pair EV/EBITDA with free cash flow yield and net debt metrics before drawing conclusions — especially when EBITDA is depressed or boosted by one-time items.
Using This Number in Practice
Near 30.40x EV/EBITDA, Boeing Co (BA) carries an elevated EV/EBITDA multiple that may embed growth expectations or scarcity within its peer set. Enterprise value of about $209.49B and EBITDA near $6.89B form the ratio — adjust for one-time items before treating the headline multiple as comparable.
Credit and LBO workflows often sort names on EV/EBITDA before drilling into free cash flow and maintenance capex. Pair this view with the EV/EBITDA calculator and the BA metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Among Aerospace & Defense names on our S&P 100 coverage, Boeing Co's EV/EBITDA of 30.40 can be compared with peers such as GE (41.73), RTX (21.67), LMT (14.00). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Aerospace & Defense stocks.
Key Takeaways
- BA is grouped in the Aerospace & Defense sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 1.23 suggests higher-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 2.6% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is BA's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Boeing Co's ratio is about 30.40 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Aerospace & Defense.
Is 30.40 high or low vs peers?
Among Aerospace & Defense peers (e.g. GE (41.73), RTX (21.67), GD (16.38)), BA's 30.40 should be read with growth, capex, and debt levels.
When is EV/EBITDA misleading?
EBITDA ignores capex, working capital, and stock-based comp; negative or tiny EBITDA makes the ratio meaningless. Cross-check with free cash flow and net debt.
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