Linde plc EV/EBITDA
Data as of June 01, 2026
EV/EBITDA
18.70
Enterprise Value
$254.12B
EBITDA (TTM)
$13.59B
Sector
Basic Materials
How It's Calculated
18.70 = $254.12B ÷ $13.59B
What This Means
Linde plc's EV/EBITDA of 18.7 is in a moderate range for Basic Materials.
About Linde plc
Linde plc (LIN) operates in the Basic Materials sector, specifically in Specialty Chemicals. With a market capitalization of about $230.11B, it ranks as a mega-cap stock — one of the largest publicly traded companies.
Shares recently traded near $497.69, within a 52-week range of $387.78 to $521.28 (-4.5% from the high, +28.3% from the low). Beta of 0.74 indicates relatively lower volatility versus the market.
Trailing profit margin is about 20.4%, 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 Linde plc, the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Basic Materials. 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 18.70x EV/EBITDA, Linde plc (LIN) carries an elevated EV/EBITDA multiple that may embed growth expectations or scarcity within its peer set. Enterprise value of about $254.12B and EBITDA near $13.59B 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 LIN metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Among Basic Materials names on our S&P 100 coverage, Linde plc's EV/EBITDA of 18.70 can be compared with peers such as SHW (19.50), APD (21.16), DOW (15.57). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Basic Materials stocks.
Key Takeaways
- LIN is grouped in the Basic Materials sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.74 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 20.4% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is LIN's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Linde plc's ratio is about 18.70 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Basic Materials.
Is 18.70 high or low vs peers?
Among Basic Materials peers (e.g. APD (21.16), SHW (19.50), DOW (15.57)), LIN's 18.70 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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