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AppleCHIX:APCD 91 EV-to-EBITDA is 29.66 as of Jul. 15, 2026, which is 44% above its 10-year median of 20.65. GuruFocus rates CHIX:APCD with a GF Score™ of 91/100 and a GF Value™ of €227.83 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,895 Hardware companies, Apple ranks worse than 67.23% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Apple's enterprise value is €4,075,047 Mil.
Apple's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €137,384 Mil. Therefore, Apple's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 29.66.
The historical rank and industry rank for Apple's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
CHIX:APCd'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.35 Med: 20.65 Max: 29.24
Current: 29.01
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Apple was 29.24. The lowest was 7.35. And the median was 20.65.
CHIX:APCd's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 67.23% of 1895
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 15.53
vs CHIX:APCd: 29.01
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 (2026-07-15), Apple's stock price is €267.55.
Apple's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €7.101. Therefore, Apple's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 37.68.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Apple (CHIX:APCd) 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.
Apple's share price for today is €267.55.
Apple'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 €7.101.
* 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 Apple'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.
CHIX:APCD vs SONO, TBCH, VUZI: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Consumer Electronics subindustry, Apple'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.
Apple EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Apple's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Apple's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Apple's current Enterprise Value is €4,075,047 Mil.
Apple'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 €137,384 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.
Apple (CHIX:APCD) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 29.66 as of Jul. 15, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Apple. This is 44% above median its historical median of 20.65. Over the past decade, Apple's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.35 to 29.24. According to the industry distribution chart, Apple ranks #1274 out of 1895 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 67.2%.
Is Apple's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Apple's current EV-to-EBITDA of 29.66 is 44% above median its 10-year median of 20.65. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.35 to a high of 29.24. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.53. Apple's value of 29.66 is 91% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Apple ranks #1274 out of 1895 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Apple has a GF Score™ of 91/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Apple's EV-to-EBITDA compare to SONO and TBCH?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Apple ranks #1274 out of 1895 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Apple in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.53. Apple's value of 29.66 is 91% above this benchmark. Historically, Apple's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.35 to 29.24 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 20.65 vs. the industry median of 15.53, Apple 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Hardware companies is 15.53, based on 1,895 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. Apple's current EV-to-EBITDA of 29.66 is 91% 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 Apple. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.53 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Apple's current EV-to-EBITDA is 29.66, which is 44% above median its own 10-year median of 20.65. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Apple stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Apple (CHIX:APCD) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €227.83, compared to a current price of €267.55 — trading 17.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 29.66, which is 44% above median its 10-year median of 20.65 and 91% above the Hardware industry median of 15.53. Apple's overall GF Score™ is 91/100 with 5 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 Apple (CHIX:APCD), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 29.66 as of Jul. 15, 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 Apple (CHIX:APCD) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Apple stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €267.55 is trading 17.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of €227.83.
GuruFocus considers Apple to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CHIX:APCD:
EV-to-EBITDA: 29.66 (44% above median its 10-year median of 20.65)
GF Value™: €227.83 vs. price of €267.55 (17.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 91% above the Hardware median (#1274 of 1895)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:APCD stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Apple is among the largest companies in the world, with a broad portfolio of hardware and software products targeted at consumers and businesses. Apple's iPhone accounts for the majority of the firm's sales, and Apple's other products, such as the Mac, iPad, and Watch, are designed around the iPhone as the focal point of an expansive software ecosystem. Apple has progressively worked to add new applications, such as streaming video, subscription bundles, and augmented reality. The firm designs its own software and semiconductors and works with subcontractors such as Foxconn and TSMC to build its products and chips. Slightly less than half of Apple's sales come directly through its flagship stores, with the majority coming indirectly through partnerships and distribution.
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