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AvistaAVA -0.31%73 EV-to-EBITDA is 10.14 as of Jul. 25, 2026, which is 4% below its 10-year median of 10.56. GuruFocus rates AVA with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of $36.64 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 13 warning signs investors should review. Among 468 Utilities - Regulated companies, Avista ranks worse than 51.92% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Avista's enterprise value is $6,740 Mil.
Avista's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $665 Mil. Therefore, Avista's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 10.14.
The historical rank and industry rank for Avista's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
AVA'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.75 Med: 10.56 Max: 12.47
Current: 10.14
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Avista was 12.47. The lowest was 8.75. And the median was 10.56.
AVA's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 51.92% of 468
companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 9.945
vs AVA: 10.14
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.
As of today (2026-07-25), Avista's stock price is $42.05.
Avista's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $2.510. Therefore, Avista's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 16.75.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Avista (NYSE:AVA) 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.
Avista's share price for today is $42.05.
Avista'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 $2.510.
* 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 Avista'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 Utilities - Diversified subindustry, Avista'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.
Avista EV-to-EBITDA vs Utilities - Regulated Industry
For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, Avista's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Avista's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Avista's current Enterprise Value is $6,740 Mil.
Avista'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 $665 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.
Avista (AVA) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 10.14 as of Jul. 25, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Avista. This is near median its historical median of 10.56. Over the past decade, Avista's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.75 to 12.47. According to the industry distribution chart, Avista ranks #243 out of 468 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 51.9%.
Is Avista's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Avista's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.14 is near median its 10-year median of 10.56. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.75 to a high of 12.47. The Utilities - Regulated industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.95. Avista's value of 10.14 is 2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Avista ranks #243 out of 468 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Avista has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Avista's EV-to-EBITDA compare to UTL and AES?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, Avista ranks #243 out of 468 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Avista in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.95. Avista's value of 10.14 is 2% above this benchmark. Historically, Avista's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.75 to 12.47 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.56 vs. the industry median of 9.95, Avista 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 an Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Utilities - Regulated companies is 9.95, based on 468 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. Avista's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.14 is 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-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 Avista. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.95 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Avista's current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.14, which is near median its own 10-year median of 10.56. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Avista stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Avista (AVA) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $36.64, compared to a current price of $42.05 — trading 14.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.14, which is near median its 10-year median of 10.56 and 2% above the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 9.95. Avista's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 13 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 Avista (AVA), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.14 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 Avista (AVA) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Avista stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $42.05 is trading 14.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $36.64.
GuruFocus considers Avista to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for AVA:
EV-to-EBITDA: 10.14 (near median its 10-year median of 10.56)
GF Value™: $36.64 vs. price of $42.05 (14.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 2% above the Utilities - Regulated median (#243 of 468)
No single metric tells the full story. See the AVA stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Avista Corp is an electric and natural gas utility company. The company has two business segments including Avista Utilities, which provides electric distribution and transmission, and natural gas distribution services in parts of eastern Washington and northern Idaho, and also provides natural gas distribution service in parts of northeastern and southwestern Oregon. Avista Utilities has electric generating facilities in Washington, Idaho, Oregon, and Montana. AEL&P segment is a regulated utility providing electric services in Juneau, Alaska that is a wholly-owned subsidiary and the primary operating subsidiary of AERC.
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