FTAI (FTAI Aviation) EV-to-EBIT: 26.48 (As of Aug. 31, 2026) — 24% Below Median

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FTAI FTAI Aviation Ltd FTAI
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Price $187.61
GF Value $240.56
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is FTAI Aviation EV-to-EBIT?

FTAI Aviation FTAI -3.78% 88 EV-to-EBIT is 26.48 as of Aug. 31, 2026, which is 24% below its 10-year median of 34.95. GuruFocus rates FTAI with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of $240.56 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 253 Aerospace & Defense companies, FTAI Aviation ranks worse than 50.59% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, FTAI Aviation's Enterprise Value is $22,385 Mil. FTAI Aviation's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $845 Mil. Therefore, FTAI Aviation's EV-to-EBIT for today is 26.48.

The historical rank and industry rank for FTAI Aviation's EV-to-EBIT or its related term are showing as below:

FTAI' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -369.16   Med: 34.95   Max: 525.86
Current: 26.48

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of FTAI Aviation was 525.86. The lowest was -369.16. And the median was 34.95.

FTAI's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
50.59% of 253 companies
in the Aerospace & Defense industry
Industry Median: 27.31 vs FTAI: 26.48

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. FTAI Aviation's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was $30,879 Mil. FTAI Aviation's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $845 Mil. FTAI Aviation's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 2.74%.


FTAI Aviation  (NAS:FTAI) 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.

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %.

FTAI Aviation's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Jun. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=845.49/30879.29225
=2.74 %

FTAI Aviation's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was $30,879 Mil.
FTAI Aviation's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $845 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.


FTAI Aviation EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


FTAI Aviation EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for FTAI Aviation'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.

FTAI Aviation EV-to-EBIT Chart

FTAI Aviation Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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FTAI Aviation Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
EV-to-EBIT Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 19.27 24.21 27.32 31.37 36.52

FTAI vs WWD, CW, ARXS: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Aerospace & Defense subindustry, FTAI Aviation'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.


FTAI Aviation EV-to-EBIT vs Aerospace & Defense Industry

For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, FTAI Aviation's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where FTAI Aviation's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


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FTAI Aviation EV-to-EBIT Calculation

FTAI Aviation's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=22385.027/845.49
=26.48

FTAI Aviation's current Enterprise Value is $22,385 Mil.
FTAI Aviation's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $845 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBIT →
What does a EV-to-EBIT of 26.48 mean?
FTAI Aviation (FTAI) has a EV-to-EBIT of 26.48 as of Aug. 31, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on FTAI Aviation and its competitors. This is 24% below median its historical median of 34.95. According to the industry distribution chart, FTAI Aviation ranks #128 out of 253 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 50.6%.
Is FTAI Aviation's EV-to-EBIT too high?
FTAI Aviation's current EV-to-EBIT of 26.48 is 24% below median its 10-year median of 34.95. The Aerospace & Defense industry median EV-to-EBIT is 27.31. FTAI Aviation's value of 26.48 is 3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, FTAI Aviation ranks #128 out of 253 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, FTAI Aviation has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does FTAI Aviation's EV-to-EBIT compare to WWD and CW?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, FTAI Aviation ranks #128 out of 253 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places FTAI Aviation in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 27.31. FTAI Aviation's value of 26.48 is 3% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 34.95 vs. the industry median of 27.31, FTAI Aviation has consistently been below 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 an Aerospace & Defense company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Aerospace & Defense companies is 27.31, based on 253 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. FTAI Aviation's current EV-to-EBIT of 26.48 is 3% below 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 FTAI Aviation and its competitors. For the Aerospace & Defense industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 27.31 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. FTAI Aviation's current EV-to-EBIT is 26.48, which is 24% below median its own 10-year median of 34.95. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is FTAI Aviation stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FTAI Aviation (FTAI) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $240.56, compared to a current price of $187.61 — trading 22% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 26.48, which is 24% below median its 10-year median of 34.95 and 3% below the Aerospace & Defense industry median of 27.31. FTAI Aviation's overall GF Score™ is 88/100 with 5 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 FTAI Aviation (FTAI), the current EV-to-EBIT is 26.48 as of Aug. 31, 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 FTAI Aviation (FTAI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FTAI Aviation stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $187.61 is trading 22% below its estimated GF Value™ of $240.56. GuruFocus considers FTAI Aviation to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for FTAI:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 26.48 (24% below median its 10-year median of 34.95)
  • GF Value™: $240.56 vs. price of $187.61 (22% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 88/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 3% below the Aerospace & Defense median (#128 of 253)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FTAI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


FTAI Aviation Business Description

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Address 405 West 13th Street, 3rd Floor, New York, NY, USA, 10014
FTAI Aviation Ltd is an independent engine maintenance platform focused on the CFM56-5B, CFM56-7B, and V2500 aircraft engines, which power the 737NG and A320ceo aircraft. The company repairs and rebuilds engines in its maintenance facilities and with joint venture partners, and sells or leases engines through its proprietary Maintenance, Repair and Exchange (MRE) model under the Aerospace Products segment, which earns maximum revenue from North America and develops, repairs/refurbishes, and sells aircraft engines and aftermarket components. It also operates an Aviation Leasing segment, owning and managing a portfolio of on- and off-lease aircraft and engines, including engine transfers for rebuilding and sales.
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