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QualcommQCOM -3.20%91 EV-to-EBITDA is 13.84 as of Jul. 15, 2026, which is 5% above its 10-year median of 13.13. GuruFocus rates QCOM with a GF Score™ of 91/100 and a GF Value™ of $174.81 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 749 Semiconductors companies, Qualcomm ranks better than 70.63% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Qualcomm's enterprise value is $193,188 Mil.
Qualcomm's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $13,956 Mil. Therefore, Qualcomm's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 13.84.
The historical rank and industry rank for Qualcomm's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
QCOM'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.52 Med: 13.13 Max: 38.63
Current: 13.84
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Qualcomm was 38.63. The lowest was 7.52. And the median was 13.13.
QCOM's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 70.63% of 749
companies
in the Semiconductors industry
Industry Median: 26.95
vs QCOM: 13.84
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).
Qualcomm (NAS:QCOM) 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.
Qualcomm's share price for today is $178.10.
Qualcomm'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 $9.200.
* 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 Qualcomm'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 Semiconductors subindustry, Qualcomm'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.
Qualcomm EV-to-EBITDA vs Semiconductors Industry
For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, Qualcomm's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Qualcomm's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Qualcomm's current Enterprise Value is $193,188 Mil.
Qualcomm'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 $13,956 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.
Qualcomm (QCOM) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 13.84 as of Jul. 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 Qualcomm. This is near median its historical median of 13.13. Over the past decade, Qualcomm's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.52 to 38.63. According to the industry distribution chart, Qualcomm ranks #220 out of 749 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 29.4%.
Is Qualcomm's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Qualcomm's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.84 is near median its 10-year median of 13.13. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.52 to a high of 38.63. The Semiconductors industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 26.95. Qualcomm's value of 13.84 is 48.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Qualcomm ranks #220 out of 749 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Qualcomm has a GF Score™ of 91/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Qualcomm's EV-to-EBITDA compare to ADI and MRVL?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, Qualcomm ranks #220 out of 749 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Qualcomm in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 26.95. Qualcomm's value of 13.84 is 48.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Qualcomm's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.52 to 38.63 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 13.13 vs. the industry median of 26.95, Qualcomm 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 Semiconductors company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Semiconductors companies is 26.95, based on 749 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. Qualcomm's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.84 is 48.6% 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 Qualcomm. For the Semiconductors industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 26.95 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Qualcomm's current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.84, which is near median its own 10-year median of 13.13. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Qualcomm stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Qualcomm (QCOM) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $174.81, compared to a current price of $178.10 — trading 1.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.84, which is near median its 10-year median of 13.13 and 48.6% below the Semiconductors industry median of 26.95. Qualcomm's overall GF Score™ is 91/100 with 3 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 Qualcomm (QCOM), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.84 as of Jul. 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 Qualcomm (QCOM) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Qualcomm stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $178.10 is trading 1.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of $174.81.
GuruFocus considers Qualcomm to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for QCOM:
EV-to-EBITDA: 13.84 (near median its 10-year median of 13.13)
GF Value™: $174.81 vs. price of $178.10 (1.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 48.6% below the Semiconductors median (#220 of 749)
No single metric tells the full story. See the QCOM stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Qualcomm develops and licenses wireless technology and designs chips for smartphones. The company's key patents revolve around CDMA and OFDMA technologies, which are standards in wireless communications that are the backbone of all 3G, 4G, and 5G networks. Qualcomm's IP is licensed by virtually all wireless device makers. The firm is also the world's largest wireless chip vendor, supplying nearly every premier handset maker with leading-edge processors. Qualcomm also sells RF-front end modules into smartphones, as well as chips into automotive and Internet of Things markets.
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