EHI (Western Asset Global High Fd) EV-to-EBITDA: 9.84 (As of Sep. 22, 2026)

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EHI Western Asset Global High Inc Fd Inc EHI
44 GF Score
Price $5.56
GF Value $12.78
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Western Asset Global High Fd EV-to-EBITDA?

Western Asset Global High Fd EHI +0.18% 44 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.84 as of Sep. 22, 2026. GuruFocus rates EHI with a GF Score™ of 44/100 and a GF Value™ of $12.78 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 874 Asset Management companies, Western Asset Global High Fd ranks worse than 52.86% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Western Asset Global High Fd's enterprise value is $255.31 Mil. Western Asset Global High Fd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $25.94 Mil. Therefore, Western Asset Global High Fd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.84.

The historical rank and industry rank for Western Asset Global High Fd's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

EHI' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0   Med: 0   Max: 9.88
Current: 9.84

During the past 10 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Western Asset Global High Fd was 9.88. The lowest was 0.00. And the median was 0.00.

EHI's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
52.86% of 874 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 9.23 vs EHI: 9.84

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 (2026-09-22), Western Asset Global High Fd's stock price is $5.56. Western Asset Global High Fd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $0.715. Therefore, Western Asset Global High Fd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 7.78.

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


Western Asset Global High Fd  (NYSE:EHI) 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.

Western Asset Global High Fd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=5.56/0.715
=7.78

Western Asset Global High Fd's share price for today is $5.56.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Western Asset Global High Fd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $0.715.

* 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?


Western Asset Global High Fd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Western Asset Global High Fd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Western Asset Global High Fd'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.

Western Asset Global High Fd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Western Asset Global High Fd Annual Data
Trend May17 May18 May19 May20 May21 May22 May23 May24 May25 May26
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -9.13 -26.69 9.98 12.75 10.36

Western Asset Global High Fd Semi-Annual Data
Nov17 May18 Nov18 May19 Nov19 May20 Nov20 May21 Nov21 May22 Nov22 May23 Nov23 May24 Nov24 May25 Nov25 May26
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 9.98 11.07 15.12 12.98 10.36

EHI vs FLC, DHF, GGT: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Western Asset Global High Fd'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.


Western Asset Global High Fd EV-to-EBITDA vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Western Asset Global High Fd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Western Asset Global High Fd's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Western Asset Global High Fd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Western Asset Global High Fd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=255.311/25.939647
=9.84

Western Asset Global High Fd's current Enterprise Value is $255.31 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Western Asset Global High Fd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $25.94 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 9.84 mean?
Western Asset Global High Fd (EHI) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.84 as of Sep. 22, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Western Asset Global High Fd. According to the industry distribution chart, Western Asset Global High Fd ranks #462 out of 874 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 52.9%.
Is Western Asset Global High Fd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Western Asset Global High Fd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.84. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.23. Western Asset Global High Fd's value of 9.84 is 6.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Western Asset Global High Fd ranks #462 out of 874 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Western Asset Global High Fd has a GF Score™ of 44/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Western Asset Global High Fd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to FLC and DHF?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Western Asset Global High Fd ranks #462 out of 874 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Western Asset Global High Fd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.23. Western Asset Global High Fd's value of 9.84 is 6.6% above this benchmark. 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 an Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Asset Management companies is 9.23, based on 874 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. Western Asset Global High Fd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.84 is 6.6% 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 Western Asset Global High Fd. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.23 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Western Asset Global High Fd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.84. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Western Asset Global High Fd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Western Asset Global High Fd (EHI) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $12.78, compared to a current price of $5.56 — trading 56.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.84 and 6.6% above the Asset Management industry median of 9.23. Western Asset Global High Fd's overall GF Score™ is 44/100 with 3 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 Western Asset Global High Fd (EHI), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.84 as of Sep. 22, 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 Western Asset Global High Fd (EHI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Western Asset Global High Fd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $5.56 is trading 56.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $12.78. GuruFocus considers Western Asset Global High Fd to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for EHI:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 9.84
  • GF Value™: $12.78 vs. price of $5.56 (56.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 44/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 6.6% above the Asset Management median (#462 of 874)

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


Western Asset Global High Fd Business Description

Address One Madison Avenue, 17th Floor, New York, NY, USA, 10010
Western Asset Global High Inc Fd Inc is a non-diversified, closed-end management investment company. Its investment objective is high current income and total return by investing in a world-wide portfolio of securities. The fund invests in various sectors such as Consumer Discretionary, Financials, Energy, Communication energy, Industrials, materials, and others.
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