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United Parks & ResortsPRKS +1.74%73 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.09 as of Aug. 10, 2026, which is 3% above its 10-year median of 8.84. GuruFocus rates PRKS with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of $59.44 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 698 Travel & Leisure companies, United Parks & Resorts ranks better than 53.58% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, United Parks & Resorts's enterprise value is $4,481 Mil.
United Parks & Resorts's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $493 Mil. Therefore, United Parks & Resorts's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.09.
The historical rank and industry rank for United Parks & Resorts's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
PRKS'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -695.23 Med: 8.84 Max: 30.3
Current: 9.09
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of United Parks & Resorts was 30.30. The lowest was -695.23. And the median was 8.84.
PRKS's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 53.58% of 698
companies
in the Travel & Leisure industry
Industry Median: 9.85
vs PRKS: 9.09
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.
United Parks & Resorts (NYSE:PRKS) 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.
United Parks & Resorts's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
United Parks & Resorts's share price for today is $45.03.
United Parks & Resorts'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 $2.540.
* 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).
* 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 Leisure subindustry, United Parks & Resorts'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.
United Parks & Resorts EV-to-EBITDA vs Travel & Leisure Industry
For the Travel & Leisure industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, United Parks & Resorts's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where United Parks & Resorts's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
United Parks & Resorts's current Enterprise Value is $4,481 Mil.
United Parks & Resorts'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 $493 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.
United Parks & Resorts (PRKS) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.09 as of Aug. 10, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on United Parks & Resorts. This is near median its historical median of 8.84. According to the industry distribution chart, United Parks & Resorts ranks #324 out of 698 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, placing it in the top 46.4%.
Is United Parks & Resorts' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
United Parks & Resorts' current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.09 is near median its 10-year median of 8.84. The Travel & Leisure industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.85. United Parks & Resorts' value of 9.09 is 7.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, United Parks & Resorts ranks #324 out of 698 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, United Parks & Resorts has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does United Parks & Resorts' EV-to-EBITDA compare to FUN and PTON?
According to the Travel & Leisure industry distribution chart, United Parks & Resorts ranks #324 out of 698 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts United Parks & Resorts in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.85. United Parks & Resorts' value of 9.09 is 7.7% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 8.84 vs. the industry median of 9.85, United Parks & Resorts 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 a Travel & Leisure company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Travel & Leisure companies is 9.85, based on 698 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. United Parks & Resorts's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.09 is 7.7% 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 United Parks & Resorts. For the Travel & Leisure 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. United Parks & Resorts's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.09, which is near median its own 10-year median of 8.84. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is United Parks & Resorts stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, United Parks & Resorts (PRKS) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $59.44, compared to a current price of $45.03 — trading 24.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.09, which is near median its 10-year median of 8.84 and 7.7% below the Travel & Leisure industry median of 9.85. United Parks & Resorts' overall GF Score™ is 73/100 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 United Parks & Resorts (PRKS), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.09 as of Aug. 10, 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 United Parks & Resorts (PRKS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, United Parks & Resorts stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $45.03 is trading 24.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $59.44.
GuruFocus considers United Parks & Resorts to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for PRKS:
EV-to-EBITDA: 9.09 (near median its 10-year median of 8.84)
GF Value™: $59.44 vs. price of $45.03 (24.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 7.7% below the Travel & Leisure median (#324 of 698)
No single metric tells the full story. See the PRKS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
United Parks & Resorts Inc is an American theme park and entertainment company. Its core business is the operation of theme parks and entertainment facilities involving sea animals across the country under prominent brands such as SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Aquatica, Discovery Cove, and Sesame Place. The company generates the majority of its revenue from selling admission tickets for its theme parks.
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