LG Electronics (CHIX:LGLDL) EV-to-EBITDA: 2.87 (As of Aug. 04, 2026) — 43% Below Median

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What is LG Electronics EV-to-EBITDA?

LG Electronics CHIX:LGLDL 85 EV-to-EBITDA is 2.87 as of Aug. 04, 2026, which is 43% below its 10-year median of 5.02. GuruFocus rates CHIX:LGLDL with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of $10.28. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,892 Hardware companies, LG Electronics ranks better than 80.02% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, LG Electronics's enterprise value is $12,712 Mil. LG Electronics's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $4,437 Mil. Therefore, LG Electronics's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 2.87.

The historical rank and industry rank for LG Electronics's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

CHIX:LGLDl' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.44   Med: 5.02   Max: 9.44
Current: 6.23

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of LG Electronics was 9.44. The lowest was 3.44. And the median was 5.02.

CHIX:LGLDl's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
80.02% of 1892 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 14.815 vs CHIX:LGLDl: 6.23

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 (2026-08-04), LG Electronics's stock price is $15.55. LG Electronics's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1.947. Therefore, LG Electronics's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 7.99.

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


LG Electronics  (CHIX:LGLDl) 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.

LG Electronics's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=15.55/1.947
=7.99

LG Electronics's share price for today is $15.55.
LG Electronics'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 $1.947.

* 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?


LG Electronics EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


LG Electronics EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for LG Electronics'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.

LG Electronics EV-to-EBITDA Chart

LG Electronics Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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LG Electronics Quarterly Data
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CHIX:LGLDL vs AAPL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Consumer Electronics subindustry, LG Electronics'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.


LG Electronics EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, LG Electronics's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where LG Electronics's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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LG Electronics EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

LG Electronics's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=12712.080/4437.026
=2.87

LG Electronics's current Enterprise Value is $12,712 Mil.
LG Electronics'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 $4,437 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 2.87 mean?
LG Electronics (CHIX:LGLDL) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 2.87 as of Aug. 04, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on LG Electronics. This is 43% below median its historical median of 5.02. Over the past decade, LG Electronics' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.44 to 9.44. According to the industry distribution chart, LG Electronics ranks #378 out of 1892 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 20%.
Is LG Electronics' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
LG Electronics' current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.87 is 43% below median its 10-year median of 5.02. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.44 to a high of 9.44. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.82. LG Electronics' value of 2.87 is 80.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, LG Electronics ranks #378 out of 1892 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, LG Electronics has a GF Score™ of 85/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does LG Electronics' EV-to-EBITDA compare to AAPL?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, LG Electronics ranks #378 out of 1892 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places LG Electronics in the top 20% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.82. LG Electronics' value of 2.87 is 80.6% below this benchmark. Historically, LG Electronics' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.44 to 9.44 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.02 vs. the industry median of 14.82, LG Electronics 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Hardware companies is 14.82, based on 1,892 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. LG Electronics's current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.87 is 80.6% 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 LG Electronics. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.82 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. LG Electronics's current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.87, which is 43% below median its own 10-year median of 5.02. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is LG Electronics stock overvalued right now?
LG Electronics (CHIX:LGLDL) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.87. The stock's GF Value™ is $10.28, compared to a current price of $15.55 — trading 51.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.87, which is 43% below median its 10-year median of 5.02 and 80.6% below the Hardware industry median of 14.82. LG Electronics' overall GF Score™ is 85/100 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 LG Electronics (CHIX:LGLDL), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.87 as of Aug. 04, 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 LG Electronics (CHIX:LGLDL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, LG Electronics stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $15.55 is trading 51.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $10.28.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:LGLDL:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 2.87 (43% below median its 10-year median of 5.02)
  • GF Value™: $10.28 vs. price of $15.55 (51.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 80.6% below the Hardware median (#378 of 1892)

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


LG Electronics Business Description

Address 128 Yeoui-daero, LG Twin Towers, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, KOR, 07336
LG Electronics Inc is a South Korea-based company that produces a broad range of electronic products. The group has six reportable segments: the Home Appliance & Air Solution segment, which includes refrigerators, washing machines, air conditioners and vacuum cleaners; the Home Entertainment segment, which covers TVs, audio devices and related products; the Vehicle Component Solutions segment, which provides automobile parts and modules; the Business Solutions segment, which offers monitors, PCs and information displays; the LG Innotek segment, which supplies camera modules, substrate materials and various motors and sensors; and the All Other segment, which includes equipment manufacturing and other ancillary operations.
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