Starbucks Corp EV/EBITDA
Data as of August 04, 2026
EV/EBITDA
25.66
Enterprise Value
$129.81B
EBITDA (TTM)
$5.06B
Sector
Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure
How It's Calculated
25.66 = $129.81B ÷ $5.06B
What This Means
Starbucks Corp's EV/EBITDA of 25.7 is elevated, which can reflect growth expectations, scarce assets, or cyclical EBITDA.
About Starbucks Corp
Starbucks Corp (SBUX) operates in the Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure sector, specifically in Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure. With a market capitalization of about $119.98B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $103.37, within a 52-week range of $77.99 to $109.23 (-5.4% from the high, +32.5% from the low). Beta of 0.98 is broadly in line with typical market sensitivity.
Trailing profit margin is about 5.2%, signaling modest profitability that investors should weigh against growth plans.
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 Starbucks Corp, the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure. 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 25.66x EV/EBITDA, Starbucks Corp (SBUX) carries an elevated EV/EBITDA multiple that may embed growth expectations or scarcity within its peer set. Enterprise value of about $129.81B and EBITDA near $5.06B 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 SBUX metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Among Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure names on our S&P 100 coverage, Starbucks Corp's EV/EBITDA of 25.66 can be compared with peers such as MCD (17.69), BKNG (16.43). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure stocks.
Key Takeaways
- SBUX is grouped in the Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.98 suggests market-like price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 5.2% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is SBUX's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Starbucks Corp's ratio is about 25.66 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure.
Is 25.66 high or low vs peers?
Among Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure peers (e.g. MCD (17.69), BKNG (16.43)), SBUX's 25.66 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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