Citigroup Inc EV/EBITDA
Data as of August 04, 2026
EV/EBITDA
28.31
Enterprise Value
$1.04T
EBITDA (TTM)
$36.78B
Sector
Banking
How It's Calculated
28.31 = $1.04T ÷ $36.78B
What This Means
Citigroup Inc's EV/EBITDA of 28.3 is elevated, which can reflect growth expectations, scarce assets, or cyclical EBITDA.
About Citigroup Inc
Citigroup Inc (C) operates in the Banking sector, specifically in Banking. With a market capitalization of about $227.14B, it ranks as a mega-cap stock — one of the largest publicly traded companies.
Shares recently traded near $133.57, within a 52-week range of $87.94 to $147.96 (-9.7% from the high, +51.9% from the low). Beta of 1.11 is broadly in line with typical market sensitivity.
Trailing profit margin is about 17.4%, signaling a solid profit margin for its industry.
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 Citigroup Inc, the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Banking. 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 28.31x EV/EBITDA, Citigroup Inc (C) carries an elevated EV/EBITDA multiple that may embed growth expectations or scarcity within its peer set. Enterprise value of about $1.04T and EBITDA near $36.78B 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 C metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Among Banking names on our S&P 100 coverage, Citigroup Inc's EV/EBITDA of 28.31 can be compared with peers such as JPM (25.02), BAC (17.55), WFC (20.59). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Banking stocks.
Key Takeaways
- C is grouped in the Banking sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 1.11 suggests higher-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 17.4% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is C's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Citigroup Inc's ratio is about 28.31 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Banking.
Is 28.31 high or low vs peers?
Among Banking peers (e.g. JPM (25.02), WFC (20.59), BAC (17.55)), C's 28.31 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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