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Localiza Rent A CarBSP:RENT3 -2.65%94 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.12 as of Aug. 07, 2026, which is 56% below its 10-year median of 11.53. GuruFocus rates BSP:RENT3 with a GF Score™ of 94/100 and a GF Value™ of R$56.41 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 904 Business Services companies, Localiza Rent A Car ranks better than 69.91% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Localiza Rent A Car's enterprise value is R$75,669 Mil.
Localiza Rent A Car's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R$14,783 Mil. Therefore, Localiza Rent A Car's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.12.
The historical rank and industry rank for Localiza Rent A Car's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
BSP:RENT3'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.03 Med: 11.53 Max: 23.54
Current: 5.11
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Localiza Rent A Car was 23.54. The lowest was 5.03. And the median was 11.53.
BSP:RENT3's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 69.91% of 904
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.805
vs BSP:RENT3: 5.11
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.
Localiza Rent A Car (BSP:RENT3) 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.
Localiza Rent A Car's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Localiza Rent A Car's share price for today is R$38.16.
Localiza Rent A Car'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 R$2.044.
* 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 Localiza Rent A Car'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.
BSP:RENT3 vs URI, SUNB, AER: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Rental & Leasing Services subindustry, Localiza Rent A Car'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.
Localiza Rent A Car EV-to-EBITDA vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Localiza Rent A Car's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Localiza Rent A Car's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Localiza Rent A Car's current Enterprise Value is R$75,669 Mil.
Localiza Rent A Car'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 R$14,783 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.
Localiza Rent A Car (BSP:RENT3) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.12 as of Aug. 07, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Localiza Rent A Car. This is 56% below median its historical median of 11.53. Over the past decade, Localiza Rent A Car's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.03 to 23.54. According to the industry distribution chart, Localiza Rent A Car ranks #272 out of 904 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 30.1%.
Is Localiza Rent A Car's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Localiza Rent A Car's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.12 is 56% below median its 10-year median of 11.53. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.03 to a high of 23.54. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.81. Localiza Rent A Car's value of 5.12 is 34.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Localiza Rent A Car ranks #272 out of 904 companies in the Business Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Localiza Rent A Car has a GF Score™ of 94/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Localiza Rent A Car's EV-to-EBITDA compare to URI and SUNB?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Localiza Rent A Car ranks #272 out of 904 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Localiza Rent A Car in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.81. Localiza Rent A Car's value of 5.12 is 34.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Localiza Rent A Car's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.03 to 23.54 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.53 vs. the industry median of 7.81, Localiza Rent A Car has consistently been below 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Business Services companies is 7.81, based on 904 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. Localiza Rent A Car's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.12 is 34.4% below 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 Localiza Rent A Car. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.81 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Localiza Rent A Car's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.12, which is 56% below median its own 10-year median of 11.53. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Localiza Rent A Car stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Localiza Rent A Car (BSP:RENT3) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is R$56.41, compared to a current price of R$38.16 — trading 32.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.12, which is 56% below median its 10-year median of 11.53 and 34.4% below the Business Services industry median of 7.81. Localiza Rent A Car's overall GF Score™ is 94/100 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-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Localiza Rent A Car (BSP:RENT3), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.12 as of Aug. 07, 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 Localiza Rent A Car (BSP:RENT3) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Localiza Rent A Car stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of R$38.16 is trading 32.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of R$56.41.
GuruFocus considers Localiza Rent A Car to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for BSP:RENT3:
EV-to-EBITDA: 5.12 (56% below median its 10-year median of 11.53)
GF Value™: R$56.41 vs. price of R$38.16 (32.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 34.4% below the Business Services median (#272 of 904)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:RENT3 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Localiza Rent A Car SA is a car rental service provider with the majority of its operations in Brazil. Through its subsidiaries, the company rents cars to individuals, manages corporate car fleets, sells its decommissioned fleet, and operates a franchise business. The company has two reportable operating segments: Car Rental and Fleet Management. Maximum revenue is generated from the Car Rental segment, which is responsible for car rentals and for stipulating insurance and managing car claims for insurance companies. This segment is also responsible for the administration and granting of franchises and the right to use the Localiza brand in geographically defined markets. Geographically, the company operates across different regions in Latin America.
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