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FTAI AviationFTAI -3.92%88 EV-to-EBITDA is 20.50 as of Aug. 31, 2026, which is 25% above its 10-year median of 16.41. GuruFocus rates FTAI with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of $240.56 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 264 Aerospace & Defense companies, FTAI Aviation ranks worse than 52.27% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, FTAI Aviation's enterprise value is $22,357 Mil.
FTAI Aviation's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $1,091 Mil. Therefore, FTAI Aviation's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 20.50.
The historical rank and industry rank for FTAI Aviation's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
FTAI'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.06 Med: 16.41 Max: 51.07
Current: 20.5
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of FTAI Aviation was 51.07. The lowest was 4.06. And the median was 16.41.
FTAI's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 52.27% of 264
companies
in the Aerospace & Defense industry
Industry Median: 20.575
vs FTAI: 20.50
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.
FTAI Aviation's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
FTAI Aviation's share price for today is $187.34.
FTAI Aviation's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $4.600.
* 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 FTAI Aviation'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 Aerospace & Defense subindustry, FTAI Aviation'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.
FTAI Aviation EV-to-EBITDA vs Aerospace & Defense Industry
For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, FTAI Aviation's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where FTAI Aviation's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
FTAI Aviation's current Enterprise Value is $22,357 Mil.
FTAI Aviation's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $1,091 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.
FTAI Aviation (FTAI) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 20.50 as of Aug. 31, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on FTAI Aviation. This is 25% above median its historical median of 16.41. Over the past decade, FTAI Aviation's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.06 to 51.07. According to the industry distribution chart, FTAI Aviation ranks #138 out of 264 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 52.3%.
Is FTAI Aviation's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
FTAI Aviation's current EV-to-EBITDA of 20.50 is 25% above median its 10-year median of 16.41. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.06 to a high of 51.07. The Aerospace & Defense industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 20.58. FTAI Aviation's value of 20.50 is 0.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, FTAI Aviation ranks #138 out of 264 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, FTAI Aviation has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does FTAI Aviation's EV-to-EBITDA compare to WWD and CW?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, FTAI Aviation ranks #138 out of 264 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places FTAI Aviation in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 20.58. FTAI Aviation's value of 20.50 is 0.4% below this benchmark. Historically, FTAI Aviation's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.06 to 51.07 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 16.41 vs. the industry median of 20.58, FTAI Aviation 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 an Aerospace & Defense company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Aerospace & Defense companies is 20.58, based on 264 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. FTAI Aviation's current EV-to-EBITDA of 20.50 is 0.4% 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 FTAI Aviation. For the Aerospace & Defense industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 20.58 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. FTAI Aviation's current EV-to-EBITDA is 20.50, which is 25% above median its own 10-year median of 16.41. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is FTAI Aviation stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FTAI Aviation (FTAI) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $240.56, compared to a current price of $187.34 — trading 22.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 20.50, which is 25% above median its 10-year median of 16.41 and 0.4% below the Aerospace & Defense industry median of 20.58. FTAI Aviation's overall GF Score™ is 88/100 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 FTAI Aviation (FTAI), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 20.50 as of Aug. 31, 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 FTAI Aviation (FTAI) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FTAI Aviation stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $187.34 is trading 22.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $240.56.
GuruFocus considers FTAI Aviation to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for FTAI:
EV-to-EBITDA: 20.50 (25% above median its 10-year median of 16.41)
GF Value™: $240.56 vs. price of $187.34 (22.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 0.4% below the Aerospace & Defense median (#138 of 264)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FTAI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
FTAI Aviation Ltd is an independent engine maintenance platform focused on the CFM56-5B, CFM56-7B, and V2500 aircraft engines, which power the 737NG and A320ceo aircraft. The company repairs and rebuilds engines in its maintenance facilities and with joint venture partners, and sells or leases engines through its proprietary Maintenance, Repair and Exchange (MRE) model under the Aerospace Products segment, which earns maximum revenue from North America and develops, repairs/refurbishes, and sells aircraft engines and aftermarket components. It also operates an Aviation Leasing segment, owning and managing a portfolio of on- and off-lease aircraft and engines, including engine transfers for rebuilding and sales.
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