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What is Universal Logistics Holdings EV-to-EBITDA?
Universal Logistics HoldingsULH -1.88%61 EV-to-EBITDA is 11.16 as of Aug. 14, 2026, which is 68% above its 10-year median of 6.64. GuruFocus rates ULH with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of $23.26 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 899 Transportation companies, Universal Logistics Holdings ranks worse than 92.77% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Universal Logistics Holdings's enterprise value is $1,181 Mil.
Universal Logistics Holdings's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $106 Mil. Therefore, Universal Logistics Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 11.16.
The historical rank and industry rank for Universal Logistics Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
ULH'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.49 Med: 6.64 Max: 37.44
Current: 11.16
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Universal Logistics Holdings was 37.44. The lowest was 3.49. And the median was 6.64.
ULH's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 92.77% of 899
companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 8.57
vs ULH: 11.16
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.
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.
Universal Logistics Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Universal Logistics Holdings's share price for today is $19.29.
Universal Logistics Holdings'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 $-3.480.
* 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 Trucking subindustry, Universal Logistics Holdings'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.
Universal Logistics Holdings EV-to-EBITDA vs Transportation Industry
For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Universal Logistics Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Universal Logistics Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Universal Logistics Holdings's current Enterprise Value is $1,181 Mil.
Universal Logistics Holdings'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 $106 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.
Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 11.16 as of Aug. 14, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Universal Logistics Holdings. This is 68% above median its historical median of 6.64. Over the past decade, Universal Logistics Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.49 to 37.44. According to the industry distribution chart, Universal Logistics Holdings ranks #834 out of 899 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 92.8%.
Is Universal Logistics Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Universal Logistics Holdings' current EV-to-EBITDA of 11.16 is 68% above median its 10-year median of 6.64. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.49 to a high of 37.44. The Transportation industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.57. Universal Logistics Holdings' value of 11.16 is 30.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Universal Logistics Holdings ranks #834 out of 899 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Universal Logistics Holdings has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Universal Logistics Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA compare to PAMT and ETS?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Universal Logistics Holdings ranks #834 out of 899 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Universal Logistics Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.57. Universal Logistics Holdings' value of 11.16 is 30.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Universal Logistics Holdings' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.49 to 37.44 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.64 vs. the industry median of 8.57, Universal Logistics Holdings 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 8.57, based on 899 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. Universal Logistics Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA of 11.16 is 30.2% 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 Universal Logistics Holdings. For the Transportation industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.57 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Universal Logistics Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA is 11.16, which is 68% above median its own 10-year median of 6.64. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Universal Logistics Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $23.26, compared to a current price of $19.29 — trading 17.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 11.16, which is 68% above median its 10-year median of 6.64 and 30.2% above the Transportation industry median of 8.57. Universal Logistics Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 61/100 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 Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 11.16 as of Aug. 14, 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 Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Logistics Holdings stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $19.29 is trading 17.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $23.26.
GuruFocus considers Universal Logistics Holdings to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for ULH:
EV-to-EBITDA: 11.16 (68% above median its 10-year median of 6.64)
GF Value™: $23.26 vs. price of $19.29 (17.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 30.2% above the Transportation median (#834 of 899)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ULH stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Universal Logistics Holdings Inc is an asset-light provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions throughout the United States, and in Mexico, Canada, and Colombia. It offers services such as truckload, brokerage, intermodal, dedicated, and value-added services. The firm has three reportable segments, namely contract logistics, intermodal, and trucking. The company generates the key revenue from Contract Logistics, which provides value-added and dedicated transportation services to support inbound and internal logistics requirements of industrial manufacturers and retailers, generally under contractual arrangements of one year or longer. Geographically, the firm generates the majority of its revenue from the United States, followed by Mexico, Canada, and Colombia.
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