NLY (Annaly Capital Management) EV-to-EBITDA: 6.82 (As of Sep. 22, 2026)

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NLY Annaly Capital Management Inc NLY
47 GF Score
Price $21.31
GF Value $17.69
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Annaly Capital Management EV-to-EBITDA?

Annaly Capital Management NLY +1.24% 47 EV-to-EBITDA is 6.82 as of Sep. 22, 2026. GuruFocus rates NLY with a GF Score™ of 47/100 and a GF Value™ of $17.69 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 707 REITs companies, Annaly Capital Management ranks better than 88.54% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Annaly Capital Management's enterprise value is $55,596 Mil. Annaly Capital Management's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $8,156 Mil. Therefore, Annaly Capital Management's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 6.82.

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

NLY' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0   Med: 0   Max: 6.84
Current: 6.82

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Annaly Capital Management was 6.84. The lowest was 0.00. And the median was 0.00.

NLY's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
88.54% of 707 companies
in the REITs industry
Industry Median: 14.81 vs NLY: 6.82

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 (2026-09-22), Annaly Capital Management's stock price is $21.31. Annaly Capital Management's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $3.990. Therefore, Annaly Capital Management's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 5.34.

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


Annaly Capital Management  (NYSE:NLY) 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.

Annaly Capital Management's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=21.31/3.990
=5.34

Annaly Capital Management's share price for today is $21.31.
Annaly Capital Management'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 $3.990.

* 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).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Annaly Capital Management EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Annaly Capital Management EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Annaly Capital Management'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.

Annaly Capital Management EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Annaly Capital Management Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Annaly Capital Management Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 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 Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 19.84 19.39 19.09 18.68 17.22

NLY vs AGNC, STWD, RITM: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the REIT - Mortgage subindustry, Annaly Capital Management'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.


Annaly Capital Management EV-to-EBITDA vs REITs Industry

For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, Annaly Capital Management's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Annaly Capital Management's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Annaly Capital Management EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Annaly Capital Management's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=55596.411/8156.036
=6.82

Annaly Capital Management's current Enterprise Value is $55,596 Mil.
Annaly Capital Management'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 $8,156 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 6.82 mean?
Annaly Capital Management (NLY) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 6.82 as of Sep. 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 Annaly Capital Management. According to the industry distribution chart, Annaly Capital Management ranks #81 out of 707 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 11.5%.
Is Annaly Capital Management's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Annaly Capital Management's current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.82. The REITs industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.81. Annaly Capital Management's value of 6.82 is 54% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Annaly Capital Management ranks #81 out of 707 companies in the REITs industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Annaly Capital Management has a GF Score™ of 47/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Annaly Capital Management's EV-to-EBITDA compare to AGNC and STWD?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, Annaly Capital Management ranks #81 out of 707 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Annaly Capital Management in the top 12% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.81. Annaly Capital Management's value of 6.82 is 54% 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 a REITs company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among REITs companies is 14.81, based on 707 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. Annaly Capital Management's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.82 is 54% 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 Annaly Capital Management. For the REITs industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.81 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Annaly Capital Management's current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.82. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Annaly Capital Management stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Annaly Capital Management (NLY) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $17.69, compared to a current price of $21.31 — trading 20.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.82 and 54% below the REITs industry median of 14.81. Annaly Capital Management's overall GF Score™ is 47/100 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 Annaly Capital Management (NLY), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.82 as of Sep. 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 Annaly Capital Management (NLY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Annaly Capital Management stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $21.31 is trading 20.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $17.69. GuruFocus considers Annaly Capital Management to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for NLY:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 6.82
  • GF Value™: $17.69 vs. price of $21.31 (20.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 47/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 54% below the REITs median (#81 of 707)

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


Annaly Capital Management Business Description

Industry Real EstateREITs
Address 1211 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY, USA, 10036
Annaly Capital Management Inc is an American mortgage real estate investment trust. Its business objective is to generate net income for distribution to its stockholders and optimize its returns through prudent management of its diversified investment strategies. The company's reportable operating segments are: the Agency segment, which invests in Agency mortgage-backed securities collateralized by residential mortgages; the Residential Credit segment, which invests in non-Agency residential whole loans and securitized products within the residential and commercial markets; the Mortgage Servicing Rights segment; and Corporate & Other. Maximum revenue for the company is generated from its Agency segment.
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