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LGI HomesLGIH +1.21%68 EV-to-EBITDA is 34.90 as of Aug. 07, 2026, which is 195% above its 10-year median of 11.85. GuruFocus rates LGIH with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of $66.19 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 83 Homebuilding & Construction companies, LGI Homes ranks worse than 92.77% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, LGI Homes's enterprise value is $2,920 Mil.
LGI Homes's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $84 Mil. Therefore, LGI Homes's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 34.90.
The historical rank and industry rank for LGI Homes's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
LGIH'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.23 Med: 11.85 Max: 40.46
Current: 39.81
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of LGI Homes was 40.46. The lowest was 5.23. And the median was 11.85.
LGIH's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 92.77% of 83
companies
in the Homebuilding & Construction industry
Industry Median: 10.01
vs LGIH: 39.81
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.
LGI Homes's share price for today is $60.04.
LGI Homes's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $2.850.
* 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 LGI Homes'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 Residential Construction subindustry, LGI Homes'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.
LGI Homes EV-to-EBITDA vs Homebuilding & Construction Industry
For the Homebuilding & Construction industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, LGI Homes's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where LGI Homes's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
LGI Homes's current Enterprise Value is $2,920 Mil.
LGI Homes's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $84 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.
LGI Homes (LGIH) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 34.90 as of Aug. 07, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on LGI Homes. This is 195% above median its historical median of 11.85. Over the past decade, LGI Homes' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.23 to 40.46. According to the industry distribution chart, LGI Homes ranks #77 out of 83 companies in the Homebuilding & Construction industry, placing it in the top 92.8%.
Is LGI Homes' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
LGI Homes' current EV-to-EBITDA of 34.90 is 195% above median its 10-year median of 11.85. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.23 to a high of 40.46. The Homebuilding & Construction industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.01. LGI Homes' value of 34.90 is 248.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, LGI Homes ranks #77 out of 83 companies in the Homebuilding & Construction industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, LGI Homes has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does LGI Homes' EV-to-EBITDA compare to DFH and BXBL?
According to the Homebuilding & Construction industry distribution chart, LGI Homes ranks #77 out of 83 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places LGI Homes in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.01. LGI Homes' value of 34.90 is 248.7% above this benchmark. Historically, LGI Homes' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.23 to 40.46 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.85 vs. the industry median of 10.01, LGI Homes 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 a Homebuilding & Construction company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Homebuilding & Construction companies is 10.01, based on 83 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. LGI Homes's current EV-to-EBITDA of 34.90 is 248.7% 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 LGI Homes. For the Homebuilding & Construction industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.01 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. LGI Homes's current EV-to-EBITDA is 34.90, which is 195% above median its own 10-year median of 11.85. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is LGI Homes stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, LGI Homes (LGIH) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $66.19, compared to a current price of $60.04 — trading 9.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 34.90, which is 195% above median its 10-year median of 11.85 and 248.7% above the Homebuilding & Construction industry median of 10.01. LGI Homes' overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 8 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 LGI Homes (LGIH), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 34.90 as of Aug. 07, 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 LGI Homes (LGIH) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, LGI Homes stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $60.04 is trading 9.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $66.19.
GuruFocus considers LGI Homes to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for LGIH:
EV-to-EBITDA: 34.90 (195% above median its 10-year median of 11.85)
GF Value™: $66.19 vs. price of $60.04 (9.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 248.7% above the Homebuilding & Construction median (#77 of 83)
No single metric tells the full story. See the LGIH stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
LGI Homes Inc is engaged in the design, construction, and sale of new homes in markets. The company's current product offerings include entry-level homes, including both detached homes and townhomes, and move-up homes sold, which are sold under the LGI Homes brand, and luxury series homes, which are sold under the Terrata Homes brand. It offers a set number of floor plans in each community with features that include upgrades, such as granite countertops, appliances, and ceramic tile flooring. The company has seven operating segments: West, Northwest, Central, Midwest, Florida, Southeast, and Mid-Atlantic. The majority of the revenue is generated from the Central division segment.
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