W.P. Carey (MEX:WPC) EV-to-EBIT: 28.43 (As of Jul. 19, 2026) — Near Median

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MEX:WPC W.P. Carey Inc MEX:WPC
78 GF Score
Price MXN1,236.00
GF Value MXN1,086.59
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is W.P. Carey EV-to-EBIT?

W.P. Carey MEX:WPC 78 EV-to-EBIT is 28.43 as of Jul. 19, 2026, which is 2% above its 10-year median of 27.97. GuruFocus rates MEX:WPC with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN1,086.59. The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 666 REITs companies, W.P. Carey ranks worse than 74.17% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, W.P. Carey's Enterprise Value is MXN445,467 Mil. W.P. Carey's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN15,670 Mil. Therefore, W.P. Carey's EV-to-EBIT for today is 28.43.

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

MEX:WPC' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 17.53   Med: 27.97   Max: 36.77
Current: 29.59

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of W.P. Carey was 36.77. The lowest was 17.53. And the median was 27.97.

MEX:WPC's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
74.17% of 666 companies
in the REITs industry
Industry Median: 18.315 vs MEX:WPC: 29.59

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. W.P. Carey's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN429,132 Mil. W.P. Carey's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN15,670 Mil. W.P. Carey's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 3.65%.


W.P. Carey  (MEX:WPC) 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) %.

W.P. Carey's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Mar. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=15669.986/429132.007
=3.65 %

W.P. Carey's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN429,132 Mil.
W.P. Carey'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 MXN15,670 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.


W.P. Carey EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


W.P. Carey EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for W.P. Carey'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.

W.P. Carey EV-to-EBIT Chart

W.P. Carey Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 34.45 28.20 20.77 25.11 28.50

W.P. Carey Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 29.08 33.36 33.56 28.50 27.54

MEX:WPC vs BNL, VICI, GNL: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the REIT - Diversified subindustry, W.P. Carey'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.


W.P. Carey EV-to-EBIT vs REITs Industry

For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, W.P. Carey's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


MEX:WPC
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W.P. Carey EV-to-EBIT Calculation

W.P. Carey's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=445466.940/15669.986
=28.43

W.P. Carey's current Enterprise Value is MXN445,467 Mil.
W.P. Carey'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 MXN15,670 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 28.43 mean?
W.P. Carey (MEX:WPC) has a EV-to-EBIT of 28.43 as of Jul. 19, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on W.P. Carey and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 27.97. Over the past decade, W.P. Carey's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 17.53 to 36.77. According to the industry distribution chart, W.P. Carey ranks #494 out of 666 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 74.2%.
Is W.P. Carey's EV-to-EBIT too high?
W.P. Carey's current EV-to-EBIT of 28.43 is near median its 10-year median of 27.97. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 17.53 to a high of 36.77. The REITs industry median EV-to-EBIT is 18.32. W.P. Carey's value of 28.43 is 55.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, W.P. Carey ranks #494 out of 666 companies in the REITs industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, W.P. Carey has a GF Score™ of 78/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does W.P. Carey's EV-to-EBIT compare to BNL and VICI?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, W.P. Carey ranks #494 out of 666 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places W.P. Carey in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 18.32. W.P. Carey's value of 28.43 is 55.2% above this benchmark. Historically, W.P. Carey's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 17.53 to 36.77 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 27.97 vs. the industry median of 18.32, W.P. Carey 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 REITs company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among REITs companies is 18.32, based on 666 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. W.P. Carey's current EV-to-EBIT of 28.43 is 55.2% 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 W.P. Carey and its competitors. For the REITs industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 18.32 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. W.P. Carey's current EV-to-EBIT is 28.43, which is near median its own 10-year median of 27.97. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is W.P. Carey stock overvalued right now?
W.P. Carey (MEX:WPC) has a current EV-to-EBIT of 28.43. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN1,086.59, compared to a current price of MXN1,236.00 — trading 13.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 28.43, which is near median its 10-year median of 27.97 and 55.2% above the REITs industry median of 18.32. W.P. Carey's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 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 W.P. Carey (MEX:WPC), the current EV-to-EBIT is 28.43 as of Jul. 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.

Is W.P. Carey (MEX:WPC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, W.P. Carey stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN1,236.00 is trading 13.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN1,086.59.

Key valuation signals for MEX:WPC:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 28.43 (near median its 10-year median of 27.97)
  • GF Value™: MXN1,086.59 vs. price of MXN1,236.00 (13.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 9 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 55.2% above the REITs median (#494 of 666)

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


W.P. Carey Business Description

Industry Real EstateREITs
Other Exchanges WPC:USA0LS8:UKWPY:Germany
Address One Manhattan West, 395 9th Avenue, 58th Floor, New York, NY, USA, 10001
W.P. Carey Inc is a real estate investment trust principally involved in the ownership of properties located in the U.S., Western Europe, and Northern Europe. W.P. Carey organizes its operations into Real Estate and Investment Management segments. The vast majority of the company's income is derived from its Real Estate division in the form of lease revenue from long-term agreements with companies. W.P. Carey's real estate portfolio is comprised of single-tenant office, industrial, warehouse, and retail facilities located around the world. majority of the company's revenue comes from properties in the USA. Its Investment Management unit generates revenue from providing real estate advisory and portfolio management services to other REITs.
78GF Score

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