Nikola (MEX:NKLA) EV-to-EBIT: -0.11 (As of Aug. 19, 2026)

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MEX:NKLA Nikola Corp MEX:NKLA
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What is Nikola EV-to-EBIT?

Nikola MEX:NKLA 12 EV-to-EBIT is -0.11 as of Aug. 19, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:NKLA with a GF Score™ of 12/100.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Nikola's Enterprise Value is MXN1,966 Mil. Nikola's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2024 was MXN-18,307 Mil. Therefore, Nikola's EV-to-EBIT for today is -0.11.

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

MEX:NKLA's EV-to-EBIT is not ranked *
in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry.
Industry Median: 12.89
* Ranked among companies with meaningful EV-to-EBIT only.

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Nikola's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2024 was MXN5,120 Mil. Nikola's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2024 was MXN-18,307 Mil. Nikola's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2024 was -357.57%.


Nikola  (MEX:NKLA) 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) %.

Nikola's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2024 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Dec. 2024 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Dec. 2024 )
=-18307.372/5119.883
=-357.57 %

Nikola's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2024 was MXN5,120 Mil.
Nikola's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2024 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN-18,307 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.


Nikola EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Nikola EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Nikola'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.

Nikola EV-to-EBIT Chart

Nikola Annual Data
Trend Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial -13.97 -5.26 -1.77 -1.27 -0.26

Nikola Quarterly Data
Mar20 Jun20 Sep20 Dec20 Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24
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 -1.27 -1.69 -0.54 -0.67 -0.26

MEX:NKLA vs NMHI, GP, CAT: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery subindustry, Nikola'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.


Nikola EV-to-EBIT vs Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery Industry

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry and Industrials sector, Nikola's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Nikola EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=1966.012/-18307.372
=-0.11

Nikola's current Enterprise Value is MXN1,966 Mil.
Nikola's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2024 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN-18,307 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 -0.11 mean?
Nikola (MEX:NKLA) has a EV-to-EBIT of -0.11 as of Aug. 19, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Nikola and its competitors.
Is Nikola's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Nikola's current EV-to-EBIT is -0.11. Overall, Nikola has a GF Score™ of 12/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nikola's EV-to-EBIT compare to NMHI and GP?
Nikola's EV-to-EBIT of -0.11 can be compared against companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.89. 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 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery companies is 12.89, based on 176 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. 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 Nikola and its competitors. For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 12.89 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Nikola's current EV-to-EBIT is -0.11. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nikola stock overvalued right now?
Nikola (MEX:NKLA) has a current EV-to-EBIT of -0.11. The current EV-to-EBIT is -0.11. Nikola's overall GF Score™ is 12/100. 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 Nikola (MEX:NKLA), the current EV-to-EBIT is -0.11 as of Aug. 19, 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.

Nikola Business Description

Address P.O. Box 27028, Tempe, AZ, USA, 85285
Nikola Corp is a technology innovator and integrator, working to develop inventive energy and transportation solutions. It works on a business model that enables customers and fleets to integrate next-generation truck technology, hydrogen fueling and charging infrastructure, and related maintenance. It operates in two business units: Truck and Energy. The Truck business unit is engaged in manufacturing and selling FCEV and BEV trucks that provide environmentally friendly, cost-effective solutions to the trucking sector. The Energy business unit is engaged in developing and constructing a network of hydrogen fueling stations to meet the hydrogen fuel demand for the company's customers, as well as other third-party customers.
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