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Malibu BoatsMBUU +1.14%77 EV-to-EBITDA is 16.03 as of Jul. 22, 2026, which is 98% above its 10-year median of 8.10. GuruFocus rates MBUU with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of $37.02 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,144 Vehicles & Parts companies, Malibu Boats ranks worse than 72.47% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Malibu Boats's enterprise value is $681.3 Mil.
Malibu Boats's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $42.5 Mil. Therefore, Malibu Boats's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 16.03.
The historical rank and industry rank for Malibu Boats's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
MBUU'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -37.77 Med: 8.1 Max: 22.64
Current: 16.03
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Malibu Boats was 22.64. The lowest was -37.77. And the median was 8.10.
MBUU's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 72.47% of 1144
companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 9.385
vs MBUU: 16.03
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.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Malibu Boats (NAS:MBUU) 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.
Malibu Boats's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Malibu Boats's share price for today is $28.40.
Malibu Boats'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 $-0.060.
* 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 Malibu Boats'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 Recreational Vehicles subindustry, Malibu Boats'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.
Malibu Boats EV-to-EBITDA vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Malibu Boats's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Malibu Boats's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Malibu Boats's current Enterprise Value is $681.3 Mil.
Malibu Boats'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 $42.5 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.
Malibu Boats (MBUU) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 16.03 as of Jul. 22, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Malibu Boats. This is 98% above median its historical median of 8.10. According to the industry distribution chart, Malibu Boats ranks #829 out of 1144 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 72.5%.
Is Malibu Boats' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Malibu Boats' current EV-to-EBITDA of 16.03 is 98% above median its 10-year median of 8.10. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.39. Malibu Boats' value of 16.03 is 70.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Malibu Boats ranks #829 out of 1144 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Malibu Boats has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Malibu Boats' EV-to-EBITDA compare to MCFT and WGO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Malibu Boats ranks #829 out of 1144 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Malibu Boats in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.39. Malibu Boats' value of 16.03 is 70.8% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 8.10 vs. the industry median of 9.39, Malibu Boats 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Vehicles & Parts companies is 9.39, based on 1,144 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. Malibu Boats's current EV-to-EBITDA of 16.03 is 70.8% 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 Malibu Boats. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.39 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Malibu Boats's current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.03, which is 98% above median its own 10-year median of 8.10. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Malibu Boats stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Malibu Boats (MBUU) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $37.02, compared to a current price of $28.40 — trading 23.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.03, which is 98% above median its 10-year median of 8.10 and 70.8% above the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 9.39. Malibu Boats' overall GF Score™ is 77/100 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 Malibu Boats (MBUU), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.03 as of Jul. 22, 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 Malibu Boats (MBUU) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Malibu Boats stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $28.40 is trading 23.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $37.02.
GuruFocus considers Malibu Boats to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for MBUU:
EV-to-EBITDA: 16.03 (98% above median its 10-year median of 8.10)
GF Value™: $37.02 vs. price of $28.40 (23.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 70.8% above the Vehicles & Parts median (#829 of 1144)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MBUU stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Malibu Boats is a designer and manufacturer of power boats in the United States. It is a market leader in performance sport boats, sold under its Malibu and Axis brands. It acquired Cobalt Boats, a producer of sterndrive boats, in 2017, and Pursuit Boats, which makes high-end offshore and outboard motorboats, in 2018. In 2021, it purchased Maverick Boat Group, a seller of flat fishing boats, with exposure to bay, dual console, and center console boats. Most recently, in 2026, it tied up with Saxdor Yachts, focused on adventure dayboats. Malibu has also expanded into boat trailers and accessories, and in 2020, began producing its own engines for its performance sport boats.
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