LCLN (Lincoln International) EV-to-EBITDA: 6.77 (As of Aug. 24, 2026) — 69% Below Median

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LCLN Lincoln International Inc LCLN
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What is Lincoln International EV-to-EBITDA?

Lincoln International LCLN +2.10% 21 EV-to-EBITDA is 6.77 as of Aug. 24, 2026, which is 69% below its 10-year median of 21.68. GuruFocus rates LCLN with a GF Score™ of 21/100. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 503 Capital Markets companies, Lincoln International ranks better than 61.43% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Lincoln International's enterprise value is $828.3 Mil. Lincoln International's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $122.4 Mil. Therefore, Lincoln International's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 6.77.

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

LCLN' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.77   Med: 21.68   Max: 23.27
Current: 6.77

During the past 5 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Lincoln International was 23.27. The lowest was 6.77. And the median was 21.68.

LCLN's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
61.43% of 503 companies
in the Capital Markets industry
Industry Median: 8.96 vs LCLN: 6.77

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 (2026-08-24), Lincoln International's stock price is $23.81. Lincoln International's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.090. Therefore, Lincoln International's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 264.56.

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


Lincoln International  (NYSE:LCLN) 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.

Lincoln International's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=23.81/0.090
=264.56

Lincoln International's share price for today is $23.81.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Lincoln International's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.090.

* 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?


Lincoln International EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Lincoln International EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Lincoln International'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.

Lincoln International EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Lincoln International Annual Data
Trend Dec20 Dec21 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00

Lincoln International Semi-Annual Data
Dec20 Dec21 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00

LCLN vs TIGR, AXG, BTGO: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Capital Markets subindustry, Lincoln International'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.


Lincoln International EV-to-EBITDA vs Capital Markets Industry

For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, Lincoln International's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Lincoln International EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Lincoln International's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=828.329/122.387
=6.77

Lincoln International's current Enterprise Value is $828.3 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Lincoln International's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $122.4 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 6.77 mean?
Lincoln International (LCLN) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 6.77 as of Aug. 24, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Lincoln International. This is 69% below median its historical median of 21.68. Over the past decade, Lincoln International's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.77 to 23.27. According to the industry distribution chart, Lincoln International ranks #194 out of 503 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 38.6%.
Is Lincoln International's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Lincoln International's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.77 is 69% below median its 10-year median of 21.68. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.77 to a high of 23.27. The Capital Markets industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.96. Lincoln International's value of 6.77 is 24.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Lincoln International ranks #194 out of 503 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Lincoln International has a GF Score™ of 21/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lincoln International's EV-to-EBITDA compare to TIGR and AXG?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, Lincoln International ranks #194 out of 503 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Lincoln International in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.96. Lincoln International's value of 6.77 is 24.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Lincoln International's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.77 to 23.27 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 21.68 vs. the industry median of 8.96, Lincoln International 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 a Capital Markets company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Capital Markets companies is 8.96, based on 503 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. Lincoln International's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.77 is 24.4% 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 Lincoln International. For the Capital Markets industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.96 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Lincoln International's current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.77, which is 69% below median its own 10-year median of 21.68. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Lincoln International stock overvalued right now?
Lincoln International (LCLN) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.77. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.77, which is 69% below median its 10-year median of 21.68 and 24.4% below the Capital Markets industry median of 8.96. Lincoln International's overall GF Score™ is 21/100 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 Lincoln International (LCLN), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.77 as of Aug. 24, 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.

Lincoln International Business Description

Address 110 North Wacker Drive, 51st Floor, Chicago, IL, USA, 60606
Lincoln International Inc is an independent investment banking advisory company focused on private capital markets. The company operates its business through its two operating segments: Investment Banking Advisory and Valuations and Opinions. The Investment Banking Advisory segment offers a range of services related to mergers and acquisitions, with key areas of focus including sell-side advisory, buy-side advisory, asset sales and divestitures, restructuring, primary and secondary capital raising, and merger-related engagements. The Valuations and Opinions segment provides valuation services to investment funds and financial institutions. The majority of revenue is derived from the Investment Banking Advisory segment. Geographically, the maximum revenue is derived from the Americas.
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