DHL AG (WBO:DHL) EV-to-EBITDA: 7.14 (As of Sep. 05, 2026) — 30% Above Median

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WBO:DHL DHL AG WBO:DHL
77 GF Score
Price €54.56
GF Value €43.54
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 11 Warning Signs
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What is DHL AG EV-to-EBITDA?

DHL AG WBO:DHL -0.73% 77 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.14 as of Sep. 05, 2026, which is 30% above its 10-year median of 5.50. GuruFocus rates WBO:DHL with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of €43.54 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 906 Transportation companies, DHL AG ranks better than 61.04% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, DHL AG's enterprise value is €84,546 Mil. DHL AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €11,846 Mil. Therefore, DHL AG's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.14.

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

WBO:DHL' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.6   Med: 5.5   Max: 11.27
Current: 7.14

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of DHL AG was 11.27. The lowest was 2.60. And the median was 5.50.

WBO:DHL's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
61.04% of 906 companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 8.35 vs WBO:DHL: 7.14

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 (2026-09-05), DHL AG's stock price is €54.56. DHL AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €3.270. Therefore, DHL AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 16.69.

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


DHL AG  (WBO:DHL) 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.

DHL AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=54.56/3.270
=16.69

DHL AG's share price for today is €54.56.
DHL AG'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 €3.270.

* 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?


DHL AG EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


DHL AG EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for DHL AG'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.

DHL AG EV-to-EBITDA Chart

DHL AG Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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DHL AG Quarterly Data
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WBO:DHL vs UPS, FDX, EXPD: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Integrated Freight & Logistics subindustry, DHL AG'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.


DHL AG EV-to-EBITDA vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, DHL AG's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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DHL AG EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

DHL AG's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=84545.600/11846
=7.14

DHL AG's current Enterprise Value is €84,546 Mil.
DHL AG'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 €11,846 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 7.14 mean?
DHL AG (WBO:DHL) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.14 as of Sep. 05, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on DHL AG. This is 30% above median its historical median of 5.50. Over the past decade, DHL AG's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.60 to 11.27. According to the industry distribution chart, DHL AG ranks #353 out of 906 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 39%.
Is DHL AG's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
DHL AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.14 is 30% above median its 10-year median of 5.50. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.60 to a high of 11.27. The Transportation industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.35. DHL AG's value of 7.14 is 14.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, DHL AG ranks #353 out of 906 companies in the Transportation industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, DHL AG has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does DHL AG's EV-to-EBITDA compare to UPS and FDX?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, DHL AG ranks #353 out of 906 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts DHL AG in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.35. DHL AG's value of 7.14 is 14.5% below this benchmark. Historically, DHL AG's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.60 to 11.27 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.50 vs. the industry median of 8.35, DHL AG 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 Transportation company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Transportation companies is 8.35, based on 906 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. DHL AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.14 is 14.5% 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 DHL AG. For the Transportation industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.35 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. DHL AG's current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.14, which is 30% above median its own 10-year median of 5.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is DHL AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DHL AG (WBO:DHL) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €43.54, compared to a current price of €54.56 — trading 25.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.14, which is 30% above median its 10-year median of 5.50 and 14.5% below the Transportation industry median of 8.35. DHL AG's overall GF Score™ is 77/100 with 11 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 DHL AG (WBO:DHL), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.14 as of Sep. 05, 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 DHL AG (WBO:DHL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DHL AG stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €54.56 is trading 25.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of €43.54. GuruFocus considers DHL AG to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for WBO:DHL:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 7.14 (30% above median its 10-year median of 5.50)
  • GF Value™: €43.54 vs. price of €54.56 (25.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100 with 11 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 14.5% below the Transportation median (#353 of 906)

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


DHL AG Business Description

Address Platz der Deutschen Post, Bonn, NW, DEU, 53250
Based in Germany, DHL Group ranks among the three dominant integrated global parcel-shipping providers, along with US-based FedEx and UPS. It's also a leading global third-party logistics provider in terms of air and ocean forwarding and outsourced contract logistics markets touching Europe. The DHL divisions (Express, Global Forwarding & Freight, eCommerce Solutions, and Supply Chain) generate roughly 80% of consolidated revenue. Roughly 20% comes from the Post & Parcel Germany division, which includes the legacy German postal operations and the faster growing domestic package delivery business in Germany.
77GF Score

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