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StarbucksSBUX -2.66%81 EV-to-EBIT is 47.02 as of Jul. 18, 2026, which is 96% above its 10-year median of 23.97. GuruFocus rates SBUX with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of $98.46 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 262 Restaurants companies, Starbucks ranks worse than 89.31% on this metric.
This is a more accurate valuation of companies' operation because it considers the debt and cash on its balance sheet, and non-operating items such as interest payment, tax, and one-time items are not included in the Operating Income.
Starbucks's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $124,786 Mil.
Starbucks's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $3,040 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Starbucks EV-to-EBIT Related Terms
Starbucks EV-to-EBIT Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Starbucks's EV-to-EBIT can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Restaurants subindustry, Starbucks's EV-to-EBIT, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBIT data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Starbucks EV-to-EBIT vs Restaurants Industry
For the Restaurants industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Starbucks's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Starbucks's EV-to-EBIT falls into.
Starbucks's current Enterprise Value is $142,925 Mil.
Starbucks's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $3,040 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Starbucks (SBUX) has a EV-to-EBIT of 47.02 as of Jul. 18, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Starbucks and its competitors. This is 96% above median its historical median of 23.97. Over the past decade, Starbucks' EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 11.88 to 115.64. According to the industry distribution chart, Starbucks ranks #234 out of 262 companies in the Restaurants industry, placing it in the top 89.3%.
Is Starbucks' EV-to-EBIT too high?
Starbucks' current EV-to-EBIT of 47.02 is 96% above median its 10-year median of 23.97. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 11.88 to a high of 115.64. The Restaurants industry median EV-to-EBIT is 16.61. Starbucks' value of 47.02 is 183.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Starbucks ranks #234 out of 262 companies in the Restaurants industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Starbucks has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Starbucks' EV-to-EBIT compare to MCD and YUM?
According to the Restaurants industry distribution chart, Starbucks ranks #234 out of 262 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Starbucks in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 16.61. Starbucks' value of 47.02 is 183.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Starbucks' own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 11.88 to 115.64 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 23.97 vs. the industry median of 16.61, Starbucks has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBIT for a Restaurants company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Restaurants companies is 16.61, based on 262 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBIT significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBIT should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Starbucks's current EV-to-EBIT of 47.02 is 183.2% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBIT mean?
A high EV-to-EBIT can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Starbucks and its competitors. For the Restaurants industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 16.61 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Starbucks's current EV-to-EBIT is 47.02, which is 96% above median its own 10-year median of 23.97. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Starbucks stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Starbucks (SBUX) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $98.46, compared to a current price of $105.49 — trading 7.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 47.02, which is 96% above median its 10-year median of 23.97 and 183.2% above the Restaurants industry median of 16.61. Starbucks' overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 8 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Starbucks (SBUX), the current EV-to-EBIT is 47.02 as of Jul. 18, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Starbucks (SBUX) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Starbucks stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $105.49 is trading 7.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $98.46.
GuruFocus considers Starbucks to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for SBUX:
EV-to-EBIT: 47.02 (96% above median its 10-year median of 23.97)
GF Value™: $98.46 vs. price of $105.49 (7.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 183.2% above the Restaurants median (#234 of 262)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SBUX stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Starbucks stands out as the world's biggest and most recognizable coffee brand, powered by ultracustomizable beverages in-store and a sweeping footprint of nearly 41,000 cafes in over 80 countries. About 52% are company-operated, with the balance run by licensees. The company operates roasteries and sells across its North America (74% of revenue as of the end of fiscal 2025), international (21%), and channel development (5%) segments. The brand collects revenue from company-operated stores, licensee royalties, equipment and product sales, retail ready-to-drink beverages, and packaged coffee.
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