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Archer-Daniels-Midland CoADM +0.77%74 EV-to-EBIT is 26.51 as of Jul. 21, 2026, which is 82% above its 10-year median of 14.55. GuruFocus rates ADM with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of $59.86 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,562 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co ranks worse than 81.56% on this metric.
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (NYSE:ADM) EV-to-EBIT Explanation
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.
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $45,369 Mil.
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co'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 $1,959 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.
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co EV-to-EBIT Related Terms
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co EV-to-EBIT Historical Data
* 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 Farm Products subindustry, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co'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.
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co EV-to-EBIT vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's EV-to-EBIT falls into.
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's current Enterprise Value is $51,939 Mil.
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co'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 $1,959 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.
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (ADM) has a EV-to-EBIT of 26.51 as of Jul. 21, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Archer-Daniels-Midland Co and its competitors. This is 82% above median its historical median of 14.55. Over the past decade, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.32 to 26.73. According to the industry distribution chart, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co ranks #1274 out of 1562 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 81.6%.
Is Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 26.51 is 82% above median its 10-year median of 14.55. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.32 to a high of 26.73. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.10. Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's value of 26.51 is 119.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co ranks #1274 out of 1562 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's EV-to-EBIT compare to BG and TSN?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co ranks #1274 out of 1562 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Archer-Daniels-Midland Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.10. Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's value of 26.51 is 119.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.32 to 26.73 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 14.55 vs. the industry median of 12.10, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 12.10, based on 1,562 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. Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 26.51 is 119.1% 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 Archer-Daniels-Midland Co and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 12.10 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's current EV-to-EBIT is 26.51, which is 82% above median its own 10-year median of 14.55. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Archer-Daniels-Midland Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (ADM) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $59.86, compared to a current price of $86.33 — trading 44.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 26.51, which is 82% above median its 10-year median of 14.55 and 119.1% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 12.10. Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 9 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 Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (ADM), the current EV-to-EBIT is 26.51 as of Jul. 21, 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 Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (ADM) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $86.33 is trading 44.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $59.86.
GuruFocus considers Archer-Daniels-Midland Co to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for ADM:
EV-to-EBIT: 26.51 (82% above median its 10-year median of 14.55)
GF Value™: $59.86 vs. price of $86.33 (44.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 119.1% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#1274 of 1562)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ADM stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Archer-Daniels-Midland is a major processor of oilseeds, corn, wheat, and other agricultural commodities. The company is also one of the largest grain merchandisers through its extensive network of logistical assets to store and transport crops around the globe. ADM also runs a nutrition business that focuses on both human and animal ingredients and is a large producer of corn-based sweeteners, starches, and ethanol.
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