Tesla Inc EV/EBITDA
Data as of August 04, 2026
EV/EBITDA
98.63
Enterprise Value
$1.19T
EBITDA (TTM)
$12.12B
Sector
Automobiles
How It's Calculated
98.63 = $1.19T ÷ $12.12B
What This Means
Tesla Inc's EV/EBITDA of 98.6 is elevated, which can reflect growth expectations, scarce assets, or cyclical EBITDA.
About Tesla Inc
Tesla Inc (TSLA) operates in the Automobiles sector, specifically in Automobiles. With a market capitalization of about $1.23T, it ranks as a mega-cap stock — one of the largest publicly traded companies.
Shares recently traded near $322.08, within a 52-week range of $297.38 to $498.83 (-35.4% from the high, +8.3% from the low). Beta of 1.82 suggests the stock has been more volatile than the broader market.
Trailing profit margin is about 3.7%, 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 Tesla Inc, 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 98.63x EV/EBITDA, Tesla Inc (TSLA) carries an elevated EV/EBITDA multiple that may embed growth expectations or scarcity within its peer set. Enterprise value of about $1.19T and EBITDA near $12.12B 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 TSLA metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Among Automobiles names on our S&P 100 coverage, Tesla Inc's EV/EBITDA of 98.63 can be compared with peers such as GM (12.44), F (253.30). 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
- TSLA is grouped in the Automobiles sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 1.82 suggests higher-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 3.7% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is TSLA's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Tesla Inc's ratio is about 98.63 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Automobiles.
Is 98.63 high or low vs peers?
Among Automobiles peers (e.g. F (253.30), GM (12.44)), TSLA's 98.63 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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