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StarbucksSBUX -2.66%81 EV-to-EBITDA is 30.00 as of Jul. 18, 2026, which is 62% above its 10-year median of 18.47. GuruFocus rates SBUX with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of $98.46 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 308 Restaurants companies, Starbucks ranks worse than 89.61% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Starbucks's enterprise value is $142,925 Mil.
Starbucks's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $4,765 Mil. Therefore, Starbucks's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 30.00.
The historical rank and industry rank for Starbucks's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
SBUX'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.89 Med: 18.47 Max: 53.14
Current: 30
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Starbucks was 53.14. The lowest was 9.89. And the median was 18.47.
SBUX's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 89.61% of 308
companies
in the Restaurants industry
Industry Median: 9.62
vs SBUX: 30.00
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Starbucks (NAS:SBUX) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Starbucks's share price for today is $105.49.
Starbucks's Earnings per Share (Diluted) 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 $1.317.
* 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.
Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).
The historical data trend for Starbucks's EV-to-EBITDA 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.
For the Restaurants subindustry, Starbucks's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA 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.
Starbucks EV-to-EBITDA vs Restaurants Industry
For the Restaurants industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Starbucks's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Starbucks's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Starbucks's current Enterprise Value is $142,925 Mil.
Starbucks's EBITDA 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 $4,765 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.
Starbucks (SBUX) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 30.00 as of Jul. 18, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Starbucks. This is 62% above median its historical median of 18.47. Over the past decade, Starbucks' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 9.89 to 53.14. According to the industry distribution chart, Starbucks ranks #276 out of 308 companies in the Restaurants industry, placing it in the top 89.6%.
Is Starbucks' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Starbucks' current EV-to-EBITDA of 30.00 is 62% above median its 10-year median of 18.47. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.89 to a high of 53.14. The Restaurants industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.62. Starbucks' value of 30.00 is 211.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Starbucks ranks #276 out of 308 companies in the Restaurants industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Starbucks has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Starbucks' EV-to-EBITDA compare to MCD and YUM?
According to the Restaurants industry distribution chart, Starbucks ranks #276 out of 308 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Starbucks in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.62. Starbucks' value of 30.00 is 211.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Starbucks' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 9.89 to 53.14 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 18.47 vs. the industry median of 9.62, Starbucks 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-EBITDA for a Restaurants company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Restaurants companies is 9.62, based on 308 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Starbucks's current EV-to-EBITDA of 30.00 is 211.9% 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-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Starbucks. For the Restaurants industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.62 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Starbucks's current EV-to-EBITDA is 30.00, which is 62% above median its own 10-year median of 18.47. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Starbucks stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Starbucks (SBUX) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $98.46, compared to a current price of $105.49 — trading 7.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 30.00, which is 62% above median its 10-year median of 18.47 and 211.9% above the Restaurants industry median of 9.62. Starbucks' overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 8 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Starbucks (SBUX), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 30.00 as of Jul. 18, 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 Starbucks (SBUX) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Starbucks stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $105.49 is trading 7.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $98.46.
GuruFocus considers Starbucks to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for SBUX:
EV-to-EBITDA: 30.00 (62% above median its 10-year median of 18.47)
GF Value™: $98.46 vs. price of $105.49 (7.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 211.9% above the Restaurants median (#276 of 308)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SBUX stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Starbucks stands out as the world's biggest and most recognizable coffee brand, powered by ultracustomizable beverages in-store and a sweeping footprint of nearly 41,000 cafes in over 80 countries. About 52% are company-operated, with the balance run by licensees. The company operates roasteries and sells across its North America (74% of revenue as of the end of fiscal 2025), international (21%), and channel development (5%) segments. The brand collects revenue from company-operated stores, licensee royalties, equipment and product sales, retail ready-to-drink beverages, and packaged coffee.
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