GlossaryValuation
EV/EBITDA
What EV/EBITDA means in business valuation comparisons.
Plain-English definition
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization.
Why it matters
It can help compare businesses with different capital structures.
Beginner example
Some sectors are often compared using EV/EBITDA more than simple P/E.
Common misunderstanding
EV/EBITDA is still not universal and can be misleading in capital-intensive or unusual businesses.
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