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Cousins PropertiesCUZ +1.93%73 EV-to-EBITDA is 15.61 as of Jul. 25, 2026, which is 10% above its 10-year median of 14.16. GuruFocus rates CUZ with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of $27.93 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 12 warning signs investors should review. Among 680 REITs companies, Cousins Properties ranks worse than 50.29% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Cousins Properties's enterprise value is $9,129 Mil.
Cousins Properties's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $585 Mil. Therefore, Cousins Properties's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 15.61.
The historical rank and industry rank for Cousins Properties's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
CUZ'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.23 Med: 14.16 Max: 33.37
Current: 15.61
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Cousins Properties was 33.37. The lowest was 8.23. And the median was 14.16.
CUZ's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 50.29% of 680
companies
in the REITs industry
Industry Median: 15.385
vs CUZ: 15.61
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.
Cousins Properties's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Cousins Properties's share price for today is $32.15.
Cousins 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 $-0.030.
* 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 Cousins Properties'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.
For the REIT - Office subindustry, Cousins 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.
Cousins Properties EV-to-EBITDA vs REITs Industry
For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, Cousins Properties's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Cousins Properties's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Cousins Properties's current Enterprise Value is $9,129 Mil.
Cousins 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 $585 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.
Cousins Properties (CUZ) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 15.61 as of Jul. 25, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Cousins Properties. This is 10% above median its historical median of 14.16. Over the past decade, Cousins Properties' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.23 to 33.37. According to the industry distribution chart, Cousins Properties ranks #342 out of 680 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 50.3%.
Is Cousins Properties' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Cousins Properties' current EV-to-EBITDA of 15.61 is 10% above median its 10-year median of 14.16. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.23 to a high of 33.37. The REITs industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.39. Cousins Properties' value of 15.61 is 1.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cousins Properties ranks #342 out of 680 companies in the REITs industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Cousins Properties has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cousins Properties' EV-to-EBITDA compare to KRC and CDP?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, Cousins Properties ranks #342 out of 680 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Cousins Properties in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.39. Cousins Properties' value of 15.61 is 1.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Cousins Properties' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.23 to 33.37 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 14.16 vs. the industry median of 15.39, Cousins Properties 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 REITs company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among REITs companies is 15.39, based on 680 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. Cousins Properties's current EV-to-EBITDA of 15.61 is 1.5% 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 Cousins Properties. For the REITs industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.39 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cousins Properties's current EV-to-EBITDA is 15.61, which is 10% above median its own 10-year median of 14.16. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cousins Properties stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cousins Properties (CUZ) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $27.93, compared to a current price of $32.15 — trading 15.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 15.61, which is 10% above median its 10-year median of 14.16 and 1.5% above the REITs industry median of 15.39. Cousins Properties' overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 12 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 Cousins Properties (CUZ), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 15.61 as of Jul. 25, 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 Cousins Properties (CUZ) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cousins Properties stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $32.15 is trading 15.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $27.93.
GuruFocus considers Cousins Properties to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CUZ:
EV-to-EBITDA: 15.61 (10% above median its 10-year median of 14.16)
GF Value™: $27.93 vs. price of $32.15 (15.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 1.5% above the REITs median (#342 of 680)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CUZ stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Cousins Properties Inc is a real estate investment trust principally involved in the ownership, management, and development of properties in the Southern United States. Cousins Properties' real estate portfolio mainly comprises offices and mixed-use developments that encompass both apartment and retail space. Offices make up the vast majority of the portfolio in terms of total square footage. The segments operates in following geographical areas: Atlanta, Austin, Charlotte, Dallas, Phoenix, Tampa, and other markets. The company derives nearly all of its revenue in the form of rental income from its properties, the majority of which comes from its office locations. A diverse set of tenants in the cities of Houston and Atlanta represent the company's key markets.
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