KKR (KKR) EV-to-EBIT: 7.27 (As of Aug. 12, 2026) — 37% Below Median

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KKR KKR & Co Inc KKR
75 GF Score
Price $110.06
GF Value $120.52
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is KKR EV-to-EBIT?

KKR KKR -0.82% 75 EV-to-EBIT is 7.27 as of Aug. 12, 2026, which is 37% below its 10-year median of 11.46. GuruFocus rates KKR with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of $120.52 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 498 Asset Management companies, KKR ranks better than 60.64% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, KKR's Enterprise Value is $70,750 Mil. KKR's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $9,735 Mil. Therefore, KKR's EV-to-EBIT for today is 7.27.

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

KKR' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -369.4   Med: 11.46   Max: 159.61
Current: 7.27

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of KKR was 159.61. The lowest was -369.40. And the median was 11.46.

KKR's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
60.64% of 498 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 9.37 vs KKR: 7.27

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. KKR's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was $58,746 Mil. KKR's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $9,735 Mil. KKR's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 16.57%.


KKR  (NYSE:KKR) 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) %.

KKR'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 )
=9735.275/58746.13396
=16.57 %

KKR's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was $58,746 Mil.
KKR'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 $9,735 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.


KKR EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


KKR EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for KKR'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.

KKR EV-to-EBIT Chart

KKR Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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KKR Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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KKR vs BX, APO, STT: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, KKR'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.


KKR EV-to-EBIT vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, KKR's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


KKR
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KKR EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=70749.904/9735.275
=7.27

KKR's current Enterprise Value is $70,750 Mil.
KKR'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 $9,735 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 7.27 mean?
KKR (KKR) has a EV-to-EBIT of 7.27 as of Aug. 12, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on KKR and its competitors. This is 37% below median its historical median of 11.46. According to the industry distribution chart, KKR ranks #196 out of 498 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 39.4%.
Is KKR's EV-to-EBIT too high?
KKR's current EV-to-EBIT of 7.27 is 37% below median its 10-year median of 11.46. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-EBIT is 9.37. KKR's value of 7.27 is 22.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, KKR ranks #196 out of 498 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, KKR has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does KKR's EV-to-EBIT compare to BX and APO?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, KKR ranks #196 out of 498 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts KKR in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 9.37. KKR's value of 7.27 is 22.4% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 11.46 vs. the industry median of 9.37, KKR 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 Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Asset Management companies is 9.37, based on 498 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. KKR's current EV-to-EBIT of 7.27 is 22.4% 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 KKR and its competitors. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 9.37 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. KKR's current EV-to-EBIT is 7.27, which is 37% below median its own 10-year median of 11.46. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is KKR stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KKR (KKR) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $120.52, compared to a current price of $110.06 — trading 8.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 7.27, which is 37% below median its 10-year median of 11.46 and 22.4% below the Asset Management industry median of 9.37. KKR's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 6 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 KKR (KKR), the current EV-to-EBIT is 7.27 as of Aug. 12, 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 KKR (KKR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KKR stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $110.06 is trading 8.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $120.52. GuruFocus considers KKR to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for KKR:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 7.27 (37% below median its 10-year median of 11.46)
  • GF Value™: $120.52 vs. price of $110.06 (8.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 22.4% below the Asset Management median (#196 of 498)

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


KKR Business Description

Address 30 Hudson Yards, New York, NY, USA, 10001
KKR is one of the world's largest alternative asset managers, with $723.2 billion in total managed assets, including $585.0 billion in fee-earning AUM, at the end of September 2025. The company has two core segments: asset management (which includes private markets-private equity, credit, infrastructure, energy, and real estate-and public markets-primarily credit and hedge/investment fund platforms) and insurance (following the firm's initial investment in, and then ultimate purchase of, Global Atlantic Financial Group, which is engaged in retirement/annuity and life insurance lines as well as reinsurance).
75GF Score

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