LGI (Lazard Global Total Return & Fd) EV-to-EBITDA: 8.39 (As of Sep. 21, 2026)

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LGI Lazard Global Total Return & Inc Fd Inc LGI
56 GF Score
Price $17.46
GF Value $23.10
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Lazard Global Total Return & Fd EV-to-EBITDA?

Lazard Global Total Return & Fd LGI +1.69% 56 EV-to-EBITDA is 8.39 as of Sep. 21, 2026. GuruFocus rates LGI with a GF Score™ of 56/100 and a GF Value™ of $23.10 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 874 Asset Management companies, Lazard Global Total Return & Fd ranks better than 54.81% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's enterprise value is $251.05 Mil. Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $29.91 Mil. Therefore, Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 8.39.

The historical rank and industry rank for Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

LGI' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0   Med: 0   Max: 8.39
Current: 8.39

During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Lazard Global Total Return & Fd was 8.39. The lowest was 0.00. And the median was 0.00.

LGI's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
54.81% of 874 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 9.235 vs LGI: 8.39

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 (2026-09-21), Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's stock price is $17.46. Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $2.206. Therefore, Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 7.91.

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


Lazard Global Total Return & Fd  (NYSE:LGI) 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.

Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=17.46/2.206
=7.91

Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's share price for today is $17.46.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $2.206.

* 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?


Lazard Global Total Return & Fd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Lazard Global Total Return & Fd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Lazard Global Total Return & 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.

Lazard Global Total Return & Fd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Lazard Global Total Return & Fd Annual Data
Trend Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only 6.02 -4.25 5.09 13.50 7.03

Lazard Global Total Return & Fd Semi-Annual Data
Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25 Jun26
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 8.73 13.50 12.84 7.03 8.49

LGI vs PNNT, JRS, MMT: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Lazard Global Total Return & 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.


Lazard Global Total Return & Fd EV-to-EBITDA vs Asset Management Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Lazard Global Total Return & Fd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=251.050/29.907011
=8.39

Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's current Enterprise Value is $251.05 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $29.91 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 8.39 mean?
Lazard Global Total Return & Fd (LGI) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 8.39 as of Sep. 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 Lazard Global Total Return & Fd. According to the industry distribution chart, Lazard Global Total Return & Fd ranks #395 out of 874 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 45.2%.
Is Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.39. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.24. Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's value of 8.39 is 9.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Lazard Global Total Return & Fd ranks #395 out of 874 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Lazard Global Total Return & Fd has a GF Score™ of 56/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to PNNT and JRS?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Lazard Global Total Return & Fd ranks #395 out of 874 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Lazard Global Total Return & Fd in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.24. Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's value of 8.39 is 9.1% below 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 9.24, 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. Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.39 is 9.1% 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 Lazard Global Total Return & Fd. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.24 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.39. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Lazard Global Total Return & Fd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lazard Global Total Return & Fd (LGI) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $23.10, compared to a current price of $17.46 — trading 24.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.39 and 9.1% below the Asset Management industry median of 9.24. Lazard Global Total Return & Fd's overall GF Score™ is 56/100 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 Lazard Global Total Return & Fd (LGI), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.39 as of Sep. 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 Lazard Global Total Return & Fd (LGI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lazard Global Total Return & Fd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $17.46 is trading 24.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of $23.10. GuruFocus considers Lazard Global Total Return & Fd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for LGI:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 8.39
  • GF Value™: $23.10 vs. price of $17.46 (24.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 56/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 9.1% below the Asset Management median (#395 of 874)

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


Lazard Global Total Return & Fd Business Description

Address 30 Rockefeller Plaza, 57th Floor, New York, NY, USA, 10112
Lazard Global Total Return & Inc Fd Inc is a United States-based diversified, closed-end management investment company. Its investment objective is total return consisting of capital appreciation and income. The fund's portfolio of investments consists of different sector investments such as consumer staples, financials, consumer discretionary, healthcare, materials, sovereign debt and others.
56GF Score

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