Talos Energy (MEX:TALO) EV-to-EBITDA: 4.17 (As of Aug. 15, 2026) — 59% Above Median

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MEX:TALO Talos Energy Inc MEX:TALO
46 GF Score
Price MXN265.00
GF Value MXN204.97
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Talos Energy EV-to-EBITDA?

Talos Energy MEX:TALO 46 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.17 as of Aug. 15, 2026, which is 59% above its 10-year median of 2.62. GuruFocus rates MEX:TALO with a GF Score™ of 46/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN204.97 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 770 Oil & Gas companies, Talos Energy ranks better than 76.36% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Talos Energy's enterprise value is MXN56,192 Mil. Talos Energy's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was MXN13,480 Mil. Therefore, Talos Energy's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.17.

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

MEX:TALO' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -32.88   Med: 2.62   Max: 26.01
Current: 4.33

During the past 11 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Talos Energy was 26.01. The lowest was -32.88. And the median was 2.62.

MEX:TALO's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
76.36% of 770 companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 7.555 vs MEX:TALO: 4.33

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 (2026-08-15), Talos Energy's stock price is MXN265.00. Talos Energy's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was MXN-43.383. Therefore, Talos Energy's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.

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


Talos Energy  (MEX:TALO) 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.

Talos Energy's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=265.00/-43.383
=At Loss

Talos Energy's share price for today is MXN265.00.
Talos Energy'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 MXN-43.383.

* 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?


Talos Energy EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Talos Energy EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Talos Energy'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.

Talos Energy EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Talos Energy Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Talos Energy Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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MEX:TALO vs NOG, MNR, BKV: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Oil & Gas E&P subindustry, Talos Energy'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.


Talos Energy EV-to-EBITDA vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Talos Energy's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


MEX:TALO
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Talos Energy EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Talos Energy's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=56192.484/13479.505
=4.17

Talos Energy's current Enterprise Value is MXN56,192 Mil.
Talos Energy'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 MXN13,480 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 4.17 mean?
Talos Energy (MEX:TALO) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.17 as of Aug. 15, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Talos Energy. This is 59% above median its historical median of 2.62. According to the industry distribution chart, Talos Energy ranks #182 out of 770 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 23.6%.
Is Talos Energy's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Talos Energy's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.17 is 59% above median its 10-year median of 2.62. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.56. Talos Energy's value of 4.17 is 44.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Talos Energy ranks #182 out of 770 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Talos Energy has a GF Score™ of 46/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Talos Energy's EV-to-EBITDA compare to NOG and MNR?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Talos Energy ranks #182 out of 770 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Talos Energy in the top 24% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.56. Talos Energy's value of 4.17 is 44.8% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 2.62 vs. the industry median of 7.56, Talos Energy 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 Oil & Gas company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Oil & Gas companies is 7.56, based on 770 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. Talos Energy's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.17 is 44.8% 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 Talos Energy. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.56 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Talos Energy's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.17, which is 59% above median its own 10-year median of 2.62. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Talos Energy stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Talos Energy (MEX:TALO) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN204.97, compared to a current price of MXN265.00 — trading 29.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.17, which is 59% above median its 10-year median of 2.62 and 44.8% below the Oil & Gas industry median of 7.56. Talos Energy's overall GF Score™ is 46/100 with 5 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 Talos Energy (MEX:TALO), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.17 as of Aug. 15, 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 Talos Energy (MEX:TALO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Talos Energy stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN265.00 is trading 29.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN204.97. GuruFocus considers Talos Energy to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:TALO:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 4.17 (59% above median its 10-year median of 2.62)
  • GF Value™: MXN204.97 vs. price of MXN265.00 (29.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 46/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 44.8% below the Oil & Gas median (#182 of 770)

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


Talos Energy Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Other Exchanges TALO:USA7T2:Germany
Address 333 Clay Street, Suite 3300, Houston, TX, USA, 77002
Talos Energy Inc is an independent oil and gas company predominantly involved in offshore exploration and production. The company has operations in the United States, the Gulf of Mexico, and offshore Mexico. The company's operating segments are; exploration and production of oil, natural gas and NGLs, and the CCS segment. Its revenue is generated from the sale of oil, natural gas, and NGL quantities sold to purchasers.
46GF Score

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