Johnson & Johnson (XSWX:JNJ) EV-to-EBIT: 26.00 (As of Jul. 25, 2026) — 23% Above Median

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XSWX:JNJ Johnson & Johnson XSWX:JNJ
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Price CHF214.05
GF Value CHF155.68
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! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Johnson & Johnson EV-to-EBIT?

Johnson & Johnson XSWX:JNJ +1.13% 76 EV-to-EBIT is 26.00 as of Jul. 25, 2026, which is 23% above its 10-year median of 21.18. GuruFocus rates XSWX:JNJ with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF155.68 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 690 Drug Manufacturers companies, Johnson & Johnson ranks worse than 68.99% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Johnson & Johnson's Enterprise Value is CHF541,705 Mil. Johnson & Johnson's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was CHF20,836 Mil. Therefore, Johnson & Johnson's EV-to-EBIT for today is 26.00.

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

XSWX:JNJ' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 13.74   Med: 21.18   Max: 32.78
Current: 25.3

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Johnson & Johnson was 32.78. The lowest was 13.74. And the median was 21.18.

XSWX:JNJ's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
68.99% of 690 companies
in the Drug Manufacturers industry
Industry Median: 15.46 vs XSWX:JNJ: 25.30

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Johnson & Johnson's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was CHF516,747 Mil. Johnson & Johnson's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was CHF20,836 Mil. Johnson & Johnson's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 4.03%.


Johnson & Johnson  (XSWX:JNJ) 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) %.

Johnson & Johnson'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 )
=20835.717/516746.90932
=4.03 %

Johnson & Johnson's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was CHF516,747 Mil.
Johnson & Johnson'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 CHF20,836 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.


Johnson & Johnson EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Johnson & Johnson EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Johnson & Johnson'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.

Johnson & Johnson EV-to-EBIT Chart

Johnson & Johnson Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Johnson & Johnson 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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XSWX:JNJ vs ABBV, MRK, AMGN: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Drug Manufacturers - General subindustry, Johnson & Johnson'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.


Johnson & Johnson EV-to-EBIT vs Drug Manufacturers Industry

For the Drug Manufacturers industry and Healthcare sector, Johnson & Johnson's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Johnson & Johnson EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=541704.687/20835.717
=26.00

Johnson & Johnson's current Enterprise Value is CHF541,705 Mil.
Johnson & Johnson'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 CHF20,836 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 26.00 mean?
Johnson & Johnson (XSWX:JNJ) has a EV-to-EBIT of 26.00 as of Jul. 25, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Johnson & Johnson and its competitors. This is 23% above median its historical median of 21.18. Over the past decade, Johnson & Johnson's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 13.74 to 32.78. According to the industry distribution chart, Johnson & Johnson ranks #476 out of 690 companies in the Drug Manufacturers industry, placing it in the top 69%.
Is Johnson & Johnson's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Johnson & Johnson's current EV-to-EBIT of 26.00 is 23% above median its 10-year median of 21.18. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 13.74 to a high of 32.78. The Drug Manufacturers industry median EV-to-EBIT is 15.46. Johnson & Johnson's value of 26.00 is 68.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Johnson & Johnson ranks #476 out of 690 companies in the Drug Manufacturers industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Johnson & Johnson has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Johnson & Johnson's EV-to-EBIT compare to ABBV and MRK?
According to the Drug Manufacturers industry distribution chart, Johnson & Johnson ranks #476 out of 690 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Johnson & Johnson in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 15.46. Johnson & Johnson's value of 26.00 is 68.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Johnson & Johnson's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 13.74 to 32.78 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 21.18 vs. the industry median of 15.46, Johnson & Johnson 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 Drug Manufacturers company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Drug Manufacturers companies is 15.46, based on 690 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. Johnson & Johnson's current EV-to-EBIT of 26.00 is 68.2% 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 Johnson & Johnson and its competitors. For the Drug Manufacturers industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 15.46 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Johnson & Johnson's current EV-to-EBIT is 26.00, which is 23% above median its own 10-year median of 21.18. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Johnson & Johnson stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Johnson & Johnson (XSWX:JNJ) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF155.68, compared to a current price of CHF214.05 — trading 37.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 26.00, which is 23% above median its 10-year median of 21.18 and 68.2% above the Drug Manufacturers industry median of 15.46. Johnson & Johnson's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 7 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 Johnson & Johnson (XSWX:JNJ), the current EV-to-EBIT is 26.00 as of Jul. 25, 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 Johnson & Johnson (XSWX:JNJ) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Johnson & Johnson stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of CHF214.05 is trading 37.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF155.68. GuruFocus considers Johnson & Johnson to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:JNJ:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 26.00 (23% above median its 10-year median of 21.18)
  • GF Value™: CHF155.68 vs. price of CHF214.05 (37.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 68.2% above the Drug Manufacturers median (#476 of 690)

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


Johnson & Johnson Business Description

Address One Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, NJ, USA, 08933
Johnson & Johnson is the world's largest and most diverse healthcare firm. It has two divisions: innovative medicine and medtech. These now represent all of the company's sales following the divestment of the consumer business, Kenvue, in 2023. After restructurings in 2023-24, the drug division focuses on three main therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, and neurology. Geographically, just over half of total revenue is generated in the United States.
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