Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. EV/EBITDA
Data as of June 01, 2026
EV/EBITDA
17.38
Enterprise Value
$77.19B
EBITDA (TTM)
$4.44B
Sector
Consumer Defensive
How It's Calculated
17.38 = $77.19B ÷ $4.44B
What This Means
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.'s EV/EBITDA of 17.4 is in a moderate range for Consumer Defensive.
About Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) operates in the Consumer Defensive sector, specifically in Beverages - Non-Alcoholic. With a market capitalization of about $40.86B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $30.03, within a 52-week range of $24.88 to $35.94 (-16.4% from the high, +20.7% from the low). Beta of 0.42 indicates relatively lower volatility versus the market.
Trailing profit margin is about 10.8%, 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 Keurig Dr Pepper Inc., the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Consumer Defensive. 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 17.38x EV/EBITDA, Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) carries an elevated EV/EBITDA multiple that may embed growth expectations or scarcity within its peer set. Enterprise value of about $77.19B and EBITDA near $4.44B 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 KDP metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Among Consumer Defensive names on our S&P 100 coverage, Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.'s EV/EBITDA of 17.38 can be compared with peers such as WMT (22.14), COST (30.63), KO (22.31). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Consumer Defensive stocks.
Key Takeaways
- KDP is grouped in the Consumer Defensive sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.42 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 10.8% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is KDP's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.'s ratio is about 17.38 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Consumer Defensive.
Is 17.38 high or low vs peers?
Among Consumer Defensive peers (e.g. COST (30.63), KO (22.31), WMT (22.14)), KDP's 17.38 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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