Hainan Airlines Holding Co (SHSE:600221) EV-to-EBITDA: 22.65 (As of Sep. 12, 2026) — 50% Above Median

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SHSE:600221 Hainan Airlines Holding Co Ltd SHSE:600221
64 GF Score
Price ¥1.29
GF Value ¥1.81
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Hainan Airlines Holding Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Hainan Airlines Holding Co SHSE:600221 -0.77% 64 EV-to-EBITDA is 22.65 as of Sep. 12, 2026, which is 50% above its 10-year median of 15.13. GuruFocus rates SHSE:600221 with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥1.81 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 911 Transportation companies, Hainan Airlines Holding Co ranks worse than 85.95% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Hainan Airlines Holding Co's enterprise value is ¥151,180 Mil. Hainan Airlines Holding Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was ¥6,676 Mil. Therefore, Hainan Airlines Holding Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 22.65.

The historical rank and industry rank for Hainan Airlines Holding Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

SHSE:600221' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -246.57   Med: 15.13   Max: 343.29
Current: 22.71

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Hainan Airlines Holding Co was 343.29. The lowest was -246.57. And the median was 15.13.

SHSE:600221's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
85.95% of 911 companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 8.45 vs SHSE:600221: 22.71

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 (2026-09-12), Hainan Airlines Holding Co's stock price is ¥1.29. Hainan Airlines Holding Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was ¥0.051. Therefore, Hainan Airlines Holding Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 25.29.

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


Hainan Airlines Holding Co  (SHSE:600221) 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.

Hainan Airlines Holding Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.29/0.051
=25.29

Hainan Airlines Holding Co's share price for today is ¥1.29.
Hainan Airlines Holding 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 ¥0.051.

* 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?


Hainan Airlines Holding Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Hainan Airlines Holding Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hainan Airlines Holding 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.

Hainan Airlines Holding Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Hainan Airlines Holding Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Hainan Airlines Holding Co 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 41.12 43.09 9.79 19.35 23.03

SHSE:600221 vs DAL, UAL, LUV: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Airlines subindustry, Hainan Airlines Holding 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.


Hainan Airlines Holding Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Hainan Airlines Holding Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hainan Airlines Holding Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Hainan Airlines Holding Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Hainan Airlines Holding Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=151180.428/6675.577
=22.65

Hainan Airlines Holding Co's current Enterprise Value is ¥151,180 Mil.
Hainan Airlines Holding 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 ¥6,676 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 22.65 mean?
Hainan Airlines Holding Co (SHSE:600221) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 22.65 as of Sep. 12, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Hainan Airlines Holding Co. This is 50% above median its historical median of 15.13. According to the industry distribution chart, Hainan Airlines Holding Co ranks #783 out of 911 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 85.9%.
Is Hainan Airlines Holding Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Hainan Airlines Holding Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 22.65 is 50% above median its 10-year median of 15.13. The Transportation industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.45. Hainan Airlines Holding Co's value of 22.65 is 168% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hainan Airlines Holding Co ranks #783 out of 911 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Hainan Airlines Holding Co has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hainan Airlines Holding Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to DAL and UAL?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Hainan Airlines Holding Co ranks #783 out of 911 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Hainan Airlines Holding Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.45. Hainan Airlines Holding Co's value of 22.65 is 168% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 15.13 vs. the industry median of 8.45, Hainan Airlines Holding Co has consistently been above 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 Transportation company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Transportation companies is 8.45, based on 911 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. Hainan Airlines Holding Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 22.65 is 168% above 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 Hainan Airlines Holding Co. For the Transportation industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.45 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hainan Airlines Holding Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 22.65, which is 50% above median its own 10-year median of 15.13. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hainan Airlines Holding Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hainan Airlines Holding Co (SHSE:600221) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥1.81, compared to a current price of ¥1.29 — trading 28.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 22.65, which is 50% above median its 10-year median of 15.13 and 168% above the Transportation industry median of 8.45. Hainan Airlines Holding Co's overall GF Score™ is 64/100 with 5 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 Hainan Airlines Holding Co (SHSE:600221), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 22.65 as of Sep. 12, 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 Hainan Airlines Holding Co (SHSE:600221) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hainan Airlines Holding Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ¥1.29 is trading 28.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of ¥1.81. GuruFocus considers Hainan Airlines Holding Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SHSE:600221:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 22.65 (50% above median its 10-year median of 15.13)
  • GF Value™: ¥1.81 vs. price of ¥1.29 (28.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 64/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 168% above the Transportation median (#783 of 911)

No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:600221 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hainan Airlines Holding Co Business Description

Other Exchanges 900945:China
Address No. 9 Meilan Airport Road, Building 21, Comprehensive Office Building, Hainan Airlines Haikou Meilan Base, Meilan District, Hainan Province, Haikou, CHN, 571126
Hainan Airlines Holding Co Ltd is an airline company. The company is engaged in operating approved domestic air passenger and cargo transportation business, as well as business charter flight business to neighboring countries and regions. It is also engaged in the production of in-flight supplies, aviation equipment, aviation ground equipment and spare parts, terminal services and operations, and provides insurance agency services.
64GF Score

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