Lam Research Corporation EV/EBITDA
Data as of June 01, 2026
EV/EBITDA
50.57
Enterprise Value
$396.89B
EBITDA (TTM)
$7.85B
Sector
Technology
How It's Calculated
50.57 = $396.89B ÷ $7.85B
What This Means
Lam Research Corporation's EV/EBITDA of 50.6 is elevated, which can reflect growth expectations, scarce assets, or cyclical EBITDA.
About Lam Research Corporation
Lam Research Corporation (LRCX) operates in the Technology sector, specifically in Semiconductor Equipment & Materials. With a market capitalization of about $397.91B, it ranks as a mega-cap stock — one of the largest publicly traded companies.
Shares recently traded near $318.18, within a 52-week range of $80.43 to $333.33 (-4.5% from the high, +295.6% from the low). Beta of 1.82 suggests the stock has been more volatile than the broader market.
Trailing profit margin is about 30.9%, signaling a strong profit margin relative to many peers.
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 Lam Research Corporation, the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Technology. 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 50.57x EV/EBITDA, Lam Research Corporation (LRCX) carries an elevated EV/EBITDA multiple that may embed growth expectations or scarcity within its peer set. Enterprise value of about $396.89B and EBITDA near $7.85B 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 LRCX metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Among Technology names on our S&P 100 coverage, Lam Research Corporation's EV/EBITDA of 50.57 can be compared with peers such as NVDA (30.63), AAPL (28.75), MSFT (18.39). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Technology stocks.
Key Takeaways
- LRCX is grouped in the Technology sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 1.82 suggests higher-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 30.9% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is LRCX's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Lam Research Corporation's ratio is about 50.57 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Technology.
Is 50.57 high or low vs peers?
Among Technology peers (e.g. MRVL (66.65), AVGO (58.23), ANET (44.48)), LRCX's 50.57 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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