Brown-Forman (MEX:BFB) EV-to-EBIT: 14.68 (As of Aug. 07, 2026) — 43% Below Median

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MEX:BFB Brown-Forman Corp MEX:BFB
61 GF Score
Price MXN455.44
GF Value MXN646.51
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Brown-Forman EV-to-EBIT?

Brown-Forman MEX:BFB 61 EV-to-EBIT is 14.68 as of Aug. 07, 2026, which is 43% below its 10-year median of 25.81. GuruFocus rates MEX:BFB with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN646.51. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 164 Beverages - Alcoholic companies, Brown-Forman ranks worse than 54.88% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Brown-Forman's Enterprise Value is MXN262,434 Mil. Brown-Forman's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was MXN17,877 Mil. Therefore, Brown-Forman's EV-to-EBIT for today is 14.68.

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

MEX:BFB' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 11.73   Med: 25.81   Max: 35.37
Current: 15.41

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Brown-Forman was 35.37. The lowest was 11.73. And the median was 25.81.

MEX:BFB's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
54.88% of 164 companies
in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry
Industry Median: 13.495 vs MEX:BFB: 15.41

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Brown-Forman's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was MXN247,342 Mil. Brown-Forman's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was MXN17,877 Mil. Brown-Forman's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was 7.23%.


Brown-Forman  (MEX:BFB) 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) %.

Brown-Forman's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Apr. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Apr. 2026 )
=17877.121/247342.01732
=7.23 %

Brown-Forman's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was MXN247,342 Mil.
Brown-Forman's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN17,877 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.


Brown-Forman EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Brown-Forman EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Brown-Forman'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.

Brown-Forman EV-to-EBIT Chart

Brown-Forman Annual Data
Trend Apr17 Apr18 Apr19 Apr20 Apr21 Apr22 Apr23 Apr24 Apr25 Apr26
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 28.18 30.48 17.73 15.57 14.18

Brown-Forman Quarterly Data
Jul21 Oct21 Jan22 Apr22 Jul22 Oct22 Jan23 Apr23 Jul23 Oct23 Jan24 Apr24 Jul24 Oct24 Jan25 Apr25 Jul25 Oct25 Jan26 Apr26
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 15.57 13.62 13.43 13.55 14.18

MEX:BFB vs MGPI, AGCC, SNDL: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Beverages - Wineries & Distilleries subindustry, Brown-Forman'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.


Brown-Forman EV-to-EBIT vs Beverages - Alcoholic Industry

For the Beverages - Alcoholic industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Brown-Forman's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Brown-Forman EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=262434.378/17877.121
=14.68

Brown-Forman's current Enterprise Value is MXN262,434 Mil.
Brown-Forman's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN17,877 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 14.68 mean?
Brown-Forman (MEX:BFB) has a EV-to-EBIT of 14.68 as of Aug. 07, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Brown-Forman and its competitors. This is 43% below median its historical median of 25.81. Over the past decade, Brown-Forman's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 11.73 to 35.37. According to the industry distribution chart, Brown-Forman ranks #90 out of 164 companies in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry, placing it in the top 54.9%.
Is Brown-Forman's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Brown-Forman's current EV-to-EBIT of 14.68 is 43% below median its 10-year median of 25.81. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 11.73 to a high of 35.37. The Beverages - Alcoholic industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.50. Brown-Forman's value of 14.68 is 8.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Brown-Forman ranks #90 out of 164 companies in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Brown-Forman has a GF Score™ of 61/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Brown-Forman's EV-to-EBIT compare to MGPI and AGCC?
According to the Beverages - Alcoholic industry distribution chart, Brown-Forman ranks #90 out of 164 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Brown-Forman in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.50. Brown-Forman's value of 14.68 is 8.8% above this benchmark. Historically, Brown-Forman's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 11.73 to 35.37 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 25.81 vs. the industry median of 13.50, Brown-Forman 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 Beverages - Alcoholic company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Beverages - Alcoholic companies is 13.50, based on 164 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. Brown-Forman's current EV-to-EBIT of 14.68 is 8.8% 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 Brown-Forman and its competitors. For the Beverages - Alcoholic industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 13.50 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Brown-Forman's current EV-to-EBIT is 14.68, which is 43% below median its own 10-year median of 25.81. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Brown-Forman stock overvalued right now?
Brown-Forman (MEX:BFB) has a current EV-to-EBIT of 14.68. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN646.51, compared to a current price of MXN455.44 — trading 29.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 14.68, which is 43% below median its 10-year median of 25.81 and 8.8% above the Beverages - Alcoholic industry median of 13.50. Brown-Forman's overall GF Score™ is 61/100 with 3 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 Brown-Forman (MEX:BFB), the current EV-to-EBIT is 14.68 as of Aug. 07, 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 Brown-Forman (MEX:BFB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Brown-Forman stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN455.44 is trading 29.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN646.51.

Key valuation signals for MEX:BFB:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 14.68 (43% below median its 10-year median of 25.81)
  • GF Value™: MXN646.51 vs. price of MXN455.44 (29.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 61/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 8.8% above the Beverages - Alcoholic median (#90 of 164)

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


Brown-Forman Business Description

Address 850 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY, USA, 40210
Brown-Forman is a US-based manufacturer of premium distilled spirits. It generates over 70% of its revenue in the whiskey category, under well-known Tennessee whiskey brand Jack Daniel's and bourbon brands Woodford Reserve and Old Forester. It also manufactures and distributes tequila, vodka, rum, gin, and premium wines. The company generated 44% of fiscal 2025 sales from the US, while the bulk of international revenue comes from Europe, Australia, and Latin America. The Brown family controls over 50% of the economic interests and 67% of the voting power in the company.
61GF Score

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