ULH (Universal Logistics Holdings) EV-to-EBIT: -27.89 (As of Aug. 13, 2026)

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ULH Universal Logistics Holdings Inc ULH
59 GF Score
Price $19.73
GF Value $23.26
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Universal Logistics Holdings EV-to-EBIT?

Universal Logistics Holdings ULH +3.15% 59 EV-to-EBIT is -27.89 as of Aug. 13, 2026. GuruFocus rates ULH with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of $23.26 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 864 Transportation companies, Universal Logistics Holdings ranks worse than 115740.63% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Universal Logistics Holdings's Enterprise Value is $1,193 Mil. Universal Logistics Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-43 Mil. Therefore, Universal Logistics Holdings's EV-to-EBIT for today is -27.89.

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

ULH' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -44.8   Med: 9.93   Max: 46.03
Current: -27.89

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Universal Logistics Holdings was 46.03. The lowest was -44.80. And the median was 9.93.

ULH's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
100% of 864 companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 12.125 vs ULH: -27.89

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Universal Logistics Holdings's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,436 Mil. Universal Logistics Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-43 Mil. Universal Logistics Holdings's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was -2.98%.


Universal Logistics Holdings  (NAS:ULH) 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) %.

Universal Logistics Holdings'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 )
=-42.755/1436.3728
=-2.98 %

Universal Logistics Holdings's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,436 Mil.
Universal Logistics Holdings'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 $-43 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.


Universal Logistics Holdings EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Universal Logistics Holdings EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Universal Logistics Holdings'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.

Universal Logistics Holdings EV-to-EBIT Chart

Universal Logistics Holdings Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Universal Logistics Holdings Quarterly Data
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ULH vs PAMT, ETS, TOPP: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Trucking subindustry, Universal Logistics Holdings'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.


Universal Logistics Holdings EV-to-EBIT vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Universal Logistics Holdings's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Universal Logistics Holdings EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Universal Logistics Holdings's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=1192.545/-42.755
=-27.89

Universal Logistics Holdings's current Enterprise Value is $1,193 Mil.
Universal Logistics Holdings'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 $-43 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 -27.89 mean?
Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH) has a EV-to-EBIT of -27.89 as of Aug. 13, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Universal Logistics Holdings and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Universal Logistics Holdings ranks #999999 out of 864 companies in the Transportation industry.
Is Universal Logistics Holdings' EV-to-EBIT too high?
Universal Logistics Holdings' current EV-to-EBIT is -27.89. Based on the distribution chart, Universal Logistics Holdings ranks #999999 out of 864 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Universal Logistics Holdings has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Universal Logistics Holdings' EV-to-EBIT compare to PAMT and ETS?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Universal Logistics Holdings ranks #999999 out of 864 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Universal Logistics Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.13. 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 Transportation company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Transportation companies is 12.13, based on 864 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 Universal Logistics Holdings and its competitors. For the Transportation industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 12.13 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Universal Logistics Holdings's current EV-to-EBIT is -27.89. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Universal Logistics Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $23.26, compared to a current price of $19.73 — trading 15.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is -27.89. Universal Logistics Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 59/100 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 Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH), the current EV-to-EBIT is -27.89 as of Aug. 13, 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 Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Logistics Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $19.73 is trading 15.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $23.26. GuruFocus considers Universal Logistics Holdings to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ULH:

  • EV-to-EBIT: -27.89
  • GF Value™: $23.26 vs. price of $19.73 (15.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 59/100 with 5 warning signs

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


Universal Logistics Holdings Business Description

Address 12755 East Nine Mile Road, Warren, MI, USA, 48089
Universal Logistics Holdings Inc is an asset-light provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions throughout the United States, and in Mexico, Canada, and Colombia. It offers services such as truckload, brokerage, intermodal, dedicated, and value-added services. The firm has three reportable segments, namely contract logistics, intermodal, and trucking. The company generates the key revenue from Contract Logistics, which provides value-added and dedicated transportation services to support inbound and internal logistics requirements of industrial manufacturers and retailers, generally under contractual arrangements of one year or longer. Geographically, the firm generates the majority of its revenue from the United States, followed by Mexico, Canada, and Colombia.
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