GNRC (Generac Holdings) EV-to-EBITDA: 21.71 (As of Aug. 21, 2026) — 30% Above Median

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GNRC Generac Holdings Inc GNRC
85 GF Score
Price $206.75
GF Value $166.69
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Generac Holdings EV-to-EBITDA?

Generac Holdings GNRC -1.93% 85 EV-to-EBITDA is 21.71 as of Aug. 21, 2026, which is 30% above its 10-year median of 16.75. GuruFocus rates GNRC with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of $166.69 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,478 Industrial Products companies, Generac Holdings ranks worse than 61.46% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Generac Holdings's enterprise value is $13,449 Mil. Generac Holdings's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $619 Mil. Therefore, Generac Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 21.71.

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

GNRC' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.58   Med: 16.75   Max: 43.53
Current: 21.71

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Generac Holdings was 43.53. The lowest was 9.58. And the median was 16.75.

GNRC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
61.46% of 2478 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 15.705 vs GNRC: 21.71

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 (2026-08-21), Generac Holdings's stock price is $206.75. Generac Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $4.340. Therefore, Generac Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 47.64.

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


Generac Holdings  (NYSE:GNRC) 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.

Generac Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=206.75/4.340
=47.64

Generac Holdings's share price for today is $206.75.
Generac Holdings'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 $4.340.

* 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?


Generac Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Generac Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Generac Holdings'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.

Generac Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Generac Holdings Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Generac Holdings Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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GNRC vs WTS, GGG, DCI: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, Generac Holdings'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.


Generac Holdings EV-to-EBITDA vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Generac Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Generac Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Generac Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=13448.719/619.424
=21.71

Generac Holdings's current Enterprise Value is $13,449 Mil.
Generac Holdings'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 $619 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 21.71 mean?
Generac Holdings (GNRC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 21.71 as of Aug. 21, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Generac Holdings. This is 30% above median its historical median of 16.75. Over the past decade, Generac Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 9.58 to 43.53. According to the industry distribution chart, Generac Holdings ranks #1523 out of 2478 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 61.5%.
Is Generac Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Generac Holdings' current EV-to-EBITDA of 21.71 is 30% above median its 10-year median of 16.75. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.58 to a high of 43.53. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.71. Generac Holdings' value of 21.71 is 38.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Generac Holdings ranks #1523 out of 2478 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Generac Holdings has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Generac Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA compare to WTS and GGG?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Generac Holdings ranks #1523 out of 2478 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Generac Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.71. Generac Holdings' value of 21.71 is 38.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Generac Holdings' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 9.58 to 43.53 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 16.75 vs. the industry median of 15.71, Generac Holdings 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Industrial Products companies is 15.71, based on 2,478 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. Generac Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA of 21.71 is 38.2% 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 Generac Holdings. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.71 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Generac Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA is 21.71, which is 30% above median its own 10-year median of 16.75. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Generac Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Generac Holdings (GNRC) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $166.69, compared to a current price of $206.75 — trading 24% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 21.71, which is 30% above median its 10-year median of 16.75 and 38.2% above the Industrial Products industry median of 15.71. Generac Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 4 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 Generac Holdings (GNRC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 21.71 as of Aug. 21, 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 Generac Holdings (GNRC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Generac Holdings stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $206.75 is trading 24% above its estimated GF Value™ of $166.69. GuruFocus considers Generac Holdings to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for GNRC:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 21.71 (30% above median its 10-year median of 16.75)
  • GF Value™: $166.69 vs. price of $206.75 (24% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 38.2% above the Industrial Products median (#1523 of 2478)

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


Generac Holdings Business Description

Address S45 W29290 Highway 59, Waukesha, WI, USA, 53189
Generac designs and manufactures power generation equipment serving residential, commercial, and industrial markets. It offers standby generators, portable generators, lighting, outdoor power equipment, and a suite of clean energy products. Sales generated in the United States account for the majority of total sales.
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