Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV (CHIX:ADA) EV-to-EBITDA: 4.19 (As of Jul. 26, 2026) — 19% Below Median

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CHIX:ADA Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV CHIX:ADA
88 GF Score
Price €34.06
GF Value €35.54
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV EV-to-EBITDA?

Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV CHIX:ADA -5.06% 88 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.19 as of Jul. 26, 2026, which is 19% below its 10-year median of 5.19. GuruFocus rates CHIX:ADA with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of €35.54 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 271 Retail - Defensive companies, Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV ranks better than 88.56% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's enterprise value is €30,849 Mil. Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €7,358 Mil. Therefore, Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.19.

The historical rank and industry rank for Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

CHIX:ADa' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.43   Med: 5.19   Max: 10.74
Current: 4.19

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV was 10.74. The lowest was 3.43. And the median was 5.19.

CHIX:ADa's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
88.56% of 271 companies
in the Retail - Defensive industry
Industry Median: 8.48 vs CHIX:ADa: 4.19

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 (2026-07-26), Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's stock price is €34.06. Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €2.520. Therefore, Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 13.52.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV  (CHIX:ADa) 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.

Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=34.06/2.520
=13.52

Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's share price for today is €34.06.
Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV'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 €2.520.

* 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).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV'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.

Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 6.98 5.56 5.94 6.58 6.22

Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 4.62 4.77 4.40 6.22 4.99

CHIX:ADA vs KR, SFM: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Grocery Stores subindustry, Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV'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.


Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV EV-to-EBITDA vs Retail - Defensive Industry

For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


CHIX:ADA
88GF Score
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Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=30849.411/7358
=4.19

Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's current Enterprise Value is €30,849 Mil.
Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV'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 €7,358 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-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.19 mean?
Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV (CHIX:ADA) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.19 as of Jul. 26, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV. This is 19% below median its historical median of 5.19. Over the past decade, Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.43 to 10.74. According to the industry distribution chart, Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV ranks #31 out of 271 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, placing it in the top 11.4%.
Is Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.19 is 19% below median its 10-year median of 5.19. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.43 to a high of 10.74. The Retail - Defensive industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.48. Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's value of 4.19 is 50.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV ranks #31 out of 271 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's EV-to-EBITDA compare to KR and SFM?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV ranks #31 out of 271 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV in the top 11% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.48. Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's value of 4.19 is 50.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.43 to 10.74 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.19 vs. the industry median of 8.48, Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV 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 Retail - Defensive company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Retail - Defensive companies is 8.48, based on 271 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. Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.19 is 50.6% 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 Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV. For the Retail - Defensive industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.48 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.19, which is 19% below median its own 10-year median of 5.19. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV (CHIX:ADA) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €35.54, compared to a current price of €34.06 — trading 4.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.19, which is 19% below median its 10-year median of 5.19 and 50.6% below the Retail - Defensive industry median of 8.48. Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV's overall GF Score™ is 88/100 with 4 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 Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV (CHIX:ADA), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.19 as of Jul. 26, 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 Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV (CHIX:ADA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €34.06 is trading 4.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of €35.54. GuruFocus considers Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:ADA:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 4.19 (19% below median its 10-year median of 5.19)
  • GF Value™: €35.54 vs. price of €34.06 (4.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 88/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 50.6% below the Retail - Defensive median (#31 of 271)

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


Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV Business Description

Address Provincialeweg 11, Zaandam, NH, NLD, 1506 MA
Ahold Delhaize is the product of the July 2016 merger between Netherlands-based Ahold and Belgium's Delhaize, forming the seventh-largest grocer in the US and a top player in several parts of Europe. The US is its largest market, accounting for over 60% of group sales, and the network stretches from Maine to Georgia, including banners Stop & Shop, The Giant Company, Giant Food, Food Lion, and Hannaford. The Europe segment accounts for the rest of the revenue, with the firm operating in the Netherlands, Belgium, Greece, Romania, Serbia, and Luxembourg.
88GF Score

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