R (Ryder System) EV-to-EBITDA: 5.53 (As of Aug. 08, 2026) — 18% Above Median

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R Ryder System Inc R
83 GF Score
Price $262.19
GF Value $176.08
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is Ryder System EV-to-EBITDA?

Ryder System R -0.04% 83 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.53 as of Aug. 08, 2026, which is 18% above its 10-year median of 4.67. GuruFocus rates R with a GF Score™ of 83/100 and a GF Value™ of $176.08 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 904 Business Services companies, Ryder System ranks better than 67.15% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Ryder System's enterprise value is $18,288 Mil. Ryder System's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $3,308 Mil. Therefore, Ryder System's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.53.

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

R' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.24   Med: 4.67   Max: 5.93
Current: 5.53

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Ryder System was 5.93. The lowest was 3.24. And the median was 4.67.

R's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
67.15% of 904 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.79 vs R: 5.53

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), Ryder System's stock price is $262.19. Ryder System's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $12.290. Therefore, Ryder System's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 21.33.

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


Ryder System  (NYSE:R) 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.

Ryder System's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=262.19/12.290
=21.33

Ryder System's share price for today is $262.19.
Ryder System'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 $12.290.

* 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?


Ryder System EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Ryder System EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Ryder System'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.

Ryder System EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Ryder System Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Ryder System Quarterly Data
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R vs UHAL, GATX, CAR: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Rental & Leasing Services subindustry, Ryder System'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.


Ryder System EV-to-EBITDA vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Ryder System's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Ryder System's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Ryder System EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Ryder System's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=18288.166/3308
=5.53

Ryder System's current Enterprise Value is $18,288 Mil.
Ryder System'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 $3,308 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 5.53 mean?
Ryder System (R) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.53 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 Ryder System. This is 18% above median its historical median of 4.67. Over the past decade, Ryder System's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.24 to 5.93. According to the industry distribution chart, Ryder System ranks #297 out of 904 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 32.9%.
Is Ryder System's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Ryder System's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.53 is 18% above median its 10-year median of 4.67. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.24 to a high of 5.93. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.79. Ryder System's value of 5.53 is 29% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Ryder System ranks #297 out of 904 companies in the Business Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Ryder System has a GF Score™ of 83/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ryder System's EV-to-EBITDA compare to UHAL and GATX?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Ryder System ranks #297 out of 904 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Ryder System in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.79. Ryder System's value of 5.53 is 29% below this benchmark. Historically, Ryder System's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.24 to 5.93 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.67 vs. the industry median of 7.79, Ryder System 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Business Services companies is 7.79, based on 904 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. Ryder System's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.53 is 29% 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 Ryder System. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.79 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Ryder System's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.53, which is 18% above median its own 10-year median of 4.67. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ryder System stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ryder System (R) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $176.08, compared to a current price of $262.19 — trading 48.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.53, which is 18% above median its 10-year median of 4.67 and 29% below the Business Services industry median of 7.79. Ryder System's overall GF Score™ is 83/100 with 9 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 Ryder System (R), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.53 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 Ryder System (R) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ryder System stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $262.19 is trading 48.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of $176.08. GuruFocus considers Ryder System to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for R:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 5.53 (18% above median its 10-year median of 4.67)
  • GF Value™: $176.08 vs. price of $262.19 (48.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 83/100 with 9 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 29% below the Business Services median (#297 of 904)

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


Ryder System Business Description

Other Exchanges R1:MexicoRYD:Germany
Address 2333 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, Suite 700, Miami Coral Gables, FL, USA, 33134
Ryder System Inc operates in three business segments: (1) Fleet Management Solutions which provides full-service leasing and leasing with flexible maintenance options, commercial rental and maintenance services of trucks, tractors and trailers to customers; (2) Supply Chain Solutions (SCS), which provides integrated logistics solutions, including distribution management, dedicated transportation, transportation management, brokerage, e-commerce, last mile, and professional services; and (3) Dedicated Transportation Solutions (DTS), which provides turnkey transportation solutions in the U.S., including dedicated vehicles, professional drivers, management, and administrative support.
83GF Score

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