US Bancorp EV/EBITDA
Data as of August 04, 2026
EV/EBITDA
15.40
Enterprise Value
$194.18B
EBITDA (TTM)
$12.61B
Sector
Banking
How It's Calculated
15.40 = $194.18B ÷ $12.61B
What This Means
US Bancorp's EV/EBITDA of 15.4 is in a moderate range for Banking.
About US Bancorp
US Bancorp (USB) operates in the Banking sector, specifically in Banking. With a market capitalization of about $98.17B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $63.94, within a 52-week range of $43.46 to $64.84 (-1.4% from the high, +47.1% from the low). Beta of 0.99 is broadly in line with typical market sensitivity.
Trailing profit margin is about 20.0%, 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 US Bancorp, the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Banking. 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 15.40x EV/EBITDA, US Bancorp (USB) carries an elevated EV/EBITDA multiple that may embed growth expectations or scarcity within its peer set. Enterprise value of about $194.18B and EBITDA near $12.61B 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 USB metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Among Banking names on our S&P 100 coverage, US Bancorp's EV/EBITDA of 15.40 can be compared with peers such as JPM (25.02), BAC (17.55), WFC (20.59). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Banking stocks.
Key Takeaways
- USB is grouped in the Banking sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.99 suggests market-like price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 20.0% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is USB's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. US Bancorp's ratio is about 15.40 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Banking.
Is 15.40 high or low vs peers?
Among Banking peers (e.g. C (28.31), JPM (25.02), WFC (20.59)), USB's 15.40 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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