POR (Portland General Electric Co) EV-to-EBITDA: 9.75 (As of Aug. 08, 2026) — Near Median

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POR Portland General Electric Co POR
82 GF Score
Price $49.05
GF Value $44.16
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 11 Warning Signs
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What is Portland General Electric Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Portland General Electric Co POR +1.05% 82 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.75 as of Aug. 08, 2026, which is 5% above its 10-year median of 9.27. GuruFocus rates POR with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of $44.16 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 468 Utilities - Regulated companies, Portland General Electric Co ranks better than 51.5% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Portland General Electric Co's enterprise value is $10,945 Mil. Portland General Electric Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $1,123 Mil. Therefore, Portland General Electric Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.75.

The historical rank and industry rank for Portland General Electric Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

POR' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.12   Med: 9.27   Max: 11
Current: 9.75

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Portland General Electric Co was 11.00. The lowest was 7.12. And the median was 9.27.

POR's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
51.5% of 468 companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 9.85 vs POR: 9.75

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 (2026-08-08), Portland General Electric Co's stock price is $49.05. Portland General Electric Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $2.260. Therefore, Portland General Electric Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 21.70.

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


Portland General Electric Co  (NYSE:POR) 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.

Portland General Electric Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=49.05/2.260
=21.70

Portland General Electric Co's share price for today is $49.05.
Portland General Electric Co'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 $2.260.

* 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?


Portland General Electric Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Portland General Electric Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Portland General Electric Co'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.

Portland General Electric Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Portland General Electric Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Portland General Electric Co Quarterly Data
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POR vs TXNM, NWE, IDA: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Utilities - Regulated Electric subindustry, Portland General Electric Co'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.


Portland General Electric Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Utilities - Regulated Industry

For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, Portland General Electric Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Portland General Electric Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Portland General Electric Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Portland General Electric Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=10944.658/1123
=9.75

Portland General Electric Co's current Enterprise Value is $10,945 Mil.
Portland General Electric Co'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 $1,123 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 9.75 mean?
Portland General Electric Co (POR) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.75 as of Aug. 08, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Portland General Electric Co. This is near median its historical median of 9.27. Over the past decade, Portland General Electric Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.12 to 11.00. According to the industry distribution chart, Portland General Electric Co ranks #227 out of 468 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 48.5%.
Is Portland General Electric Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Portland General Electric Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.75 is near median its 10-year median of 9.27. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.12 to a high of 11.00. The Utilities - Regulated industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.85. Portland General Electric Co's value of 9.75 is 1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Portland General Electric Co ranks #227 out of 468 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Portland General Electric Co has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Portland General Electric Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to TXNM and NWE?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, Portland General Electric Co ranks #227 out of 468 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Portland General Electric Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.85. Portland General Electric Co's value of 9.75 is 1% below this benchmark. Historically, Portland General Electric Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.12 to 11.00 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.27 vs. the industry median of 9.85, Portland General Electric Co 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 Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Utilities - Regulated companies is 9.85, based on 468 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. Portland General Electric Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.75 is 1% 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 Portland General Electric Co. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.85 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Portland General Electric Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.75, which is near median its own 10-year median of 9.27. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Portland General Electric Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Portland General Electric Co (POR) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $44.16, compared to a current price of $49.05 — trading 11.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.75, which is near median its 10-year median of 9.27 and 1% below the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 9.85. Portland General Electric Co's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 11 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 Portland General Electric Co (POR), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.75 as of Aug. 08, 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 Portland General Electric Co (POR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Portland General Electric Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $49.05 is trading 11.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $44.16. GuruFocus considers Portland General Electric Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for POR:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 9.75 (near median its 10-year median of 9.27)
  • GF Value™: $44.16 vs. price of $49.05 (11.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 11 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 1% below the Utilities - Regulated median (#227 of 468)

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


Portland General Electric Co Business Description

Other Exchanges 49P:Germany
Address 121 South West Salmon Street, Portland, OR, USA, 97204
Portland General Electric is a regulated electric utility providing generation, transmission, and distribution services in a service territory that includes about half of all Oregon residents and two-thirds of the state's business activity. The company owns (wholly or through joint ventures) 3.6 gigawatts of gas, coal, wind, and hydro generation, along with 300 megawatts of energy storage. In February 2026, PGE proposed acquiring utilities in Washington state from Berkshire Hathaway Energy.
82GF Score

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