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W.P. CareyWPC +4.19%79 EV-to-EBITDA is 17.99 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 13% above its 10-year median of 15.94. GuruFocus rates WPC with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of $66.65 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 683 REITs companies, W.P. Carey ranks worse than 61.64% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, W.P. Carey's enterprise value is $25,263 Mil.
W.P. Carey's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,404 Mil. Therefore, W.P. Carey's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 17.99.
The historical rank and industry rank for W.P. Carey's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
WPC'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 11.06 Med: 15.94 Max: 19.92
Current: 17.99
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of W.P. Carey was 19.92. The lowest was 11.06. And the median was 15.94.
WPC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 61.64% of 683
companies
in the REITs industry
Industry Median: 15.38
vs WPC: 17.99
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).
W.P. Carey (NYSE:WPC) 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.
W.P. Carey's share price for today is $75.12.
W.P. Carey'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 $2.340.
* 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 W.P. Carey'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 REIT - Diversified subindustry, W.P. Carey'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.
W.P. Carey EV-to-EBITDA vs REITs Industry
For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, W.P. Carey's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where W.P. Carey's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
W.P. Carey's current Enterprise Value is $25,263 Mil.
W.P. Carey'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 $1,404 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.
W.P. Carey (WPC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 17.99 as of Jul. 16, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on W.P. Carey. This is 13% above median its historical median of 15.94. Over the past decade, W.P. Carey's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 11.06 to 19.92. According to the industry distribution chart, W.P. Carey ranks #421 out of 683 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 61.6%.
Is W.P. Carey's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
W.P. Carey's current EV-to-EBITDA of 17.99 is 13% above median its 10-year median of 15.94. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 11.06 to a high of 19.92. The REITs industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.38. W.P. Carey's value of 17.99 is 17% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, W.P. Carey ranks #421 out of 683 companies in the REITs industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, W.P. Carey has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does W.P. Carey's EV-to-EBITDA compare to BNL and VICI?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, W.P. Carey ranks #421 out of 683 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places W.P. Carey in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.38. W.P. Carey's value of 17.99 is 17% above this benchmark. Historically, W.P. Carey's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 11.06 to 19.92 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 15.94 vs. the industry median of 15.38, W.P. Carey 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 REITs company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among REITs companies is 15.38, based on 683 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. W.P. Carey's current EV-to-EBITDA of 17.99 is 17% 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 W.P. Carey. For the REITs industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.38 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. W.P. Carey's current EV-to-EBITDA is 17.99, which is 13% above median its own 10-year median of 15.94. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is W.P. Carey stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, W.P. Carey (WPC) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $66.65, compared to a current price of $75.12 — trading 12.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 17.99, which is 13% above median its 10-year median of 15.94 and 17% above the REITs industry median of 15.38. W.P. Carey's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 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 W.P. Carey (WPC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 17.99 as of Jul. 16, 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 W.P. Carey (WPC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, W.P. Carey stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $75.12 is trading 12.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $66.65.
GuruFocus considers W.P. Carey to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for WPC:
EV-to-EBITDA: 17.99 (13% above median its 10-year median of 15.94)
GF Value™: $66.65 vs. price of $75.12 (12.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 17% above the REITs median (#421 of 683)
No single metric tells the full story. See the WPC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
W.P. Carey Inc is a real estate investment trust principally involved in the ownership of properties located in the U.S., Western Europe, and Northern Europe. W.P. Carey organizes its operations into Real Estate and Investment Management segments. The vast majority of the company's income is derived from its Real Estate division in the form of lease revenue from long-term agreements with companies. W.P. Carey's real estate portfolio is comprised of single-tenant office, industrial, warehouse, and retail facilities located around the world. majority of the company's revenue comes from properties in the USA. Its Investment Management unit generates revenue from providing real estate advisory and portfolio management services to other REITs.
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