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CBL & Associates PropertiesCBL +0.44%43 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.02 as of Jul. 27, 2026, which is 7% above its 10-year median of 6.59. GuruFocus rates CBL with a GF Score™ of 43/100 and a GF Value™ of $28.43 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 676 REITs companies, CBL & Associates Properties ranks better than 88.91% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, CBL & Associates Properties's enterprise value is $3,574.3 Mil.
CBL & Associates Properties's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $509.2 Mil. Therefore, CBL & Associates Properties's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.02.
The historical rank and industry rank for CBL & Associates Properties's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
CBL'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.82 Med: 6.59 Max: 67.85
Current: 7.02
During the past 7 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of CBL & Associates Properties was 67.85. The lowest was 5.82. And the median was 6.59.
CBL's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 88.91% of 676
companies
in the REITs industry
Industry Median: 15.51
vs CBL: 7.02
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.
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.
CBL & Associates Properties's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
CBL & Associates Properties's share price for today is $57.825.
CBL & Associates Properties'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 $5.500.
* 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).
* 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 REIT - Retail subindustry, CBL & Associates Properties'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.
CBL & Associates Properties EV-to-EBITDA vs REITs Industry
For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, CBL & Associates Properties's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where CBL & Associates Properties's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
CBL & Associates Properties's current Enterprise Value is $3,574.3 Mil.
CBL & Associates Properties'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 $509.2 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.
CBL & Associates Properties (CBL) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.02 as of Jul. 27, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on CBL & Associates Properties. This is near median its historical median of 6.59. Over the past decade, CBL & Associates Properties' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.82 to 67.85. According to the industry distribution chart, CBL & Associates Properties ranks #75 out of 676 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 11.1%.
Is CBL & Associates Properties' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
CBL & Associates Properties' current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.02 is near median its 10-year median of 6.59. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.82 to a high of 67.85. The REITs industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.51. CBL & Associates Properties' value of 7.02 is 54.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, CBL & Associates Properties ranks #75 out of 676 companies in the REITs industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, CBL & Associates Properties has a GF Score™ of 43/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CBL & Associates Properties' EV-to-EBITDA compare to GTY and NTST?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, CBL & Associates Properties ranks #75 out of 676 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places CBL & Associates Properties in the top 11% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.51. CBL & Associates Properties' value of 7.02 is 54.7% below this benchmark. Historically, CBL & Associates Properties' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.82 to 67.85 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.59 vs. the industry median of 15.51, CBL & Associates Properties 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 REITs company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among REITs companies is 15.51, based on 676 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. CBL & Associates Properties's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.02 is 54.7% 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 CBL & Associates Properties. For the REITs industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.51 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. CBL & Associates Properties's current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.02, which is near median its own 10-year median of 6.59. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CBL & Associates Properties stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CBL & Associates Properties (CBL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $28.43, compared to a current price of $57.83 — trading 103.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.02, which is near median its 10-year median of 6.59 and 54.7% below the REITs industry median of 15.51. CBL & Associates Properties' overall GF Score™ is 43/100 with 10 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 CBL & Associates Properties (CBL), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.02 as of Jul. 27, 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 CBL & Associates Properties (CBL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CBL & Associates Properties stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $57.83 is trading 103.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $28.43.
GuruFocus considers CBL & Associates Properties to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CBL:
EV-to-EBITDA: 7.02 (near median its 10-year median of 6.59)
GF Value™: $28.43 vs. price of $57.83 (103.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 54.7% below the REITs median (#75 of 676)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CBL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
CBL & Associates Properties Inc is a real estate investment trust. The company engages in the ownership, development, acquisition, leasing, management and operation of regional shopping malls, outlet centers, lifestyle centers, open-air centers and other properties. CBL's sales predominantly derive from leasing arrangements with retail tenants. The company also generates revenue from management and development fees, as well as sales of its real estate assets. CBL expands its portfolio of assets through activities such as redevelopment, renovation, and expansion.
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