Ford Motor Co EV/EBITDA
Data as of August 04, 2026
EV/EBITDA
253.30
Enterprise Value
$200.90B
EBITDA (TTM)
$793.13M
Sector
Automobiles
How It's Calculated
253.30 = $200.90B ÷ $793.13M
What This Means
Ford Motor Co's EV/EBITDA of 253.3 is elevated, which can reflect growth expectations, scarce assets, or cyclical EBITDA.
About Ford Motor Co
Ford Motor Co (F) operates in the Automobiles sector, specifically in Automobiles. With a market capitalization of about $58.54B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $14.43, within a 52-week range of $10.68 to $17.78 (-18.8% from the high, +35.1% from the low). Beta of 1.86 suggests the stock has been more volatile than the broader market.
Trailing profit margin is about -393.0%, signaling negative or breakeven profitability, which can affect valuation multiples.
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 Ford Motor Co, the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Automobiles. 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 253.30x EV/EBITDA, Ford Motor Co (F) carries an elevated EV/EBITDA multiple that may embed growth expectations or scarcity within its peer set. Enterprise value of about $200.90B and EBITDA near $793.13M 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 F metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Among Automobiles names on our S&P 100 coverage, Ford Motor Co's EV/EBITDA of 253.30 can be compared with peers such as TSLA (98.63), GM (12.44). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Automobiles stocks.
Key Takeaways
- F is grouped in the Automobiles sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 1.86 suggests higher-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of -393.0% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is F's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Ford Motor Co's ratio is about 253.30 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Automobiles.
Is 253.30 high or low vs peers?
Among Automobiles peers (e.g. TSLA (98.63), GM (12.44)), F's 253.30 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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