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KKRKKR -0.87%75 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.26 as of Aug. 12, 2026, which is 37% below its 10-year median of 11.46. GuruFocus rates KKR with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of $120.52 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 510 Asset Management companies, KKR ranks better than 55.69% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, KKR's enterprise value is $70,701 Mil.
KKR's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $9,735 Mil. Therefore, KKR's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.26.
The historical rank and industry rank for KKR's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
KKR'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -369.4 Med: 11.46 Max: 159.61
Current: 7.26
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of KKR was 159.61. The lowest was -369.40. And the median was 11.46.
KKR's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 55.69% of 510
companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 8.53
vs KKR: 7.26
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 (2026-08-12), KKR's stock price is $110.00.
KKR's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $3.140. Therefore, KKR's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 35.03.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
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.
KKR's share price for today is $110.00.
KKR'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 $3.140.
* 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 KKR'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 Asset Management subindustry, KKR'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.
KKR EV-to-EBITDA vs Asset Management Industry
For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, KKR's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where KKR's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
KKR's current Enterprise Value is $70,701 Mil.
KKR'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 $9,735 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.
KKR (KKR) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.26 as of Aug. 12, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on KKR. This is 37% below median its historical median of 11.46. According to the industry distribution chart, KKR ranks #226 out of 510 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 44.3%.
Is KKR's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
KKR's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.26 is 37% below median its 10-year median of 11.46. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.53. KKR's value of 7.26 is 14.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, KKR ranks #226 out of 510 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, KKR has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does KKR's EV-to-EBITDA compare to BX and APO?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, KKR ranks #226 out of 510 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts KKR in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.53. KKR's value of 7.26 is 14.9% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 11.46 vs. the industry median of 8.53, KKR 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 Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Asset Management companies is 8.53, based on 510 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. KKR's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.26 is 14.9% 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 KKR. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.53 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. KKR's current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.26, which is 37% below median its own 10-year median of 11.46. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is KKR stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KKR (KKR) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $120.52, compared to a current price of $110.00 — trading 8.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.26, which is 37% below median its 10-year median of 11.46 and 14.9% below the Asset Management industry median of 8.53. KKR's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 6 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 KKR (KKR), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.26 as of Aug. 12, 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 KKR (KKR) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KKR stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $110.00 is trading 8.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $120.52.
GuruFocus considers KKR to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for KKR:
EV-to-EBITDA: 7.26 (37% below median its 10-year median of 11.46)
GF Value™: $120.52 vs. price of $110.00 (8.7% below fair value)
Industry Position: 14.9% below the Asset Management median (#226 of 510)
No single metric tells the full story. See the KKR stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
KKR is one of the world's largest alternative asset managers, with $723.2 billion in total managed assets, including $585.0 billion in fee-earning AUM, at the end of September 2025. The company has two core segments: asset management (which includes private markets-private equity, credit, infrastructure, energy, and real estate-and public markets-primarily credit and hedge/investment fund platforms) and insurance (following the firm's initial investment in, and then ultimate purchase of, Global Atlantic Financial Group, which is engaged in retirement/annuity and life insurance lines as well as reinsurance).
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