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Valero EnergyMEX:VLO 53 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.95 as of Jul. 26, 2026, which is 37% above its 10-year median of 7.24. GuruFocus rates MEX:VLO with a GF Score™ of 53/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN2,688.59 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 761 Oil & Gas companies, Valero Energy ranks worse than 64.52% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Valero Energy's enterprise value is MXN1,727,978 Mil.
Valero Energy's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN173,710 Mil. Therefore, Valero Energy's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.95.
The historical rank and industry rank for Valero Energy's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
MEX:VLO'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.24 Med: 7.24 Max: 51.9
Current: 10.37
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Valero Energy was 51.90. The lowest was 2.24. And the median was 7.24.
MEX:VLO's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 64.52% of 761
companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 7.68
vs MEX:VLO: 10.37
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).
Valero Energy (MEX:VLO) 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.
Valero Energy's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Valero Energy's share price for today is MXN5430.00.
Valero Energy'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 MXN250.990.
* 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 Valero 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.
For the Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing subindustry, Valero 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.
Valero Energy EV-to-EBITDA vs Oil & Gas Industry
For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Valero Energy's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Valero Energy's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Valero Energy's current Enterprise Value is MXN1,727,978 Mil.
Valero Energy'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 MXN173,710 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.
Valero Energy (MEX:VLO) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.95 as of Jul. 26, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Valero Energy. This is 37% above median its historical median of 7.24. Over the past decade, Valero Energy's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.24 to 51.90. According to the industry distribution chart, Valero Energy ranks #491 out of 761 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 64.5%.
Is Valero Energy's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Valero Energy's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.95 is 37% above median its 10-year median of 7.24. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.24 to a high of 51.90. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.68. Valero Energy's value of 9.95 is 29.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Valero Energy ranks #491 out of 761 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Valero Energy has a GF Score™ of 53/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Valero Energy's EV-to-EBITDA compare to MPC and PSX?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Valero Energy ranks #491 out of 761 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Valero Energy in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.68. Valero Energy's value of 9.95 is 29.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Valero Energy's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.24 to 51.90 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.24 vs. the industry median of 7.68, Valero Energy 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 an Oil & Gas company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Oil & Gas companies is 7.68, based on 761 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. Valero Energy's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.95 is 29.6% 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 Valero Energy. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.68 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Valero Energy's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.95, which is 37% above median its own 10-year median of 7.24. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Valero Energy stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Valero Energy (MEX:VLO) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN2,688.59, compared to a current price of MXN5,430.00 — trading 102% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.95, which is 37% above median its 10-year median of 7.24 and 29.6% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 7.68. Valero Energy's overall GF Score™ is 53/100 with 6 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 Valero Energy (MEX:VLO), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.95 as of Jul. 26, 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 Valero Energy (MEX:VLO) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Valero Energy stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of MXN5,430.00 is trading 102% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN2,688.59.
GuruFocus considers Valero Energy to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for MEX:VLO:
EV-to-EBITDA: 9.95 (37% above median its 10-year median of 7.24)
GF Value™: MXN2,688.59 vs. price of MXN5,430.00 (102% above fair value)
Industry Position: 29.6% above the Oil & Gas median (#491 of 761)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:VLO stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Valero Energy is one of the largest independent refiners in the United States. It operates 15 refineries, with a total throughput capacity of 3.2 million barrels a day in the US, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Valero also owns 12 ethanol plants with capacity of 1.6 billion gallons a year and holds a 50% stake in Diamond Green Diesel, which can produce 1.2 billion gallons per year of renewable diesel.
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