Deutsche Telekom AG (XSWX:DTE) EV-to-EBITDA: 6.01 (As of Jul. 29, 2026) — Near Median

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XSWX:DTE Deutsche Telekom AG XSWX:DTE
79 GF Score
Price CHF24.70
GF Value CHF25.33
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Deutsche Telekom AG EV-to-EBITDA?

Deutsche Telekom AG XSWX:DTE 79 EV-to-EBITDA is 6.01 as of Jul. 29, 2026, which is 5% below its 10-year median of 6.31. GuruFocus rates XSWX:DTE with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF25.33 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 314 Telecommunication Services companies, Deutsche Telekom AG ranks better than 58.92% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Deutsche Telekom AG's enterprise value is CHF271,940 Mil. Deutsche Telekom AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF45,271 Mil. Therefore, Deutsche Telekom AG's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 6.01.

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

XSWX:DTE' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.24   Med: 6.31   Max: 8.4
Current: 5.99

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Deutsche Telekom AG was 8.40. The lowest was 3.24. And the median was 6.31.

XSWX:DTE's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
58.92% of 314 companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 6.84 vs XSWX:DTE: 5.99

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.

As of today (2026-07-29), Deutsche Telekom AG's stock price is CHF24.70. Deutsche Telekom AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF1.691. Therefore, Deutsche Telekom AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 14.61.

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


Deutsche Telekom AG  (XSWX:DTE) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=24.70/1.691
=14.61

Deutsche Telekom AG's share price for today is CHF24.70.
Deutsche Telekom AG'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 CHF1.691.

* 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?


Deutsche Telekom AG EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Deutsche Telekom AG EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Deutsche Telekom 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.

Deutsche Telekom AG EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Deutsche Telekom AG Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Deutsche Telekom AG Quarterly Data
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XSWX:DTE vs VZ, TMUS, T: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, Deutsche Telekom 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.


Deutsche Telekom AG EV-to-EBITDA vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Deutsche Telekom AG's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Deutsche Telekom AG EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=271939.664/45271.442
=6.01

Deutsche Telekom AG's current Enterprise Value is CHF271,940 Mil.
Deutsche Telekom AG'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 CHF45,271 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 6.01 mean?
Deutsche Telekom AG (XSWX:DTE) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 6.01 as of Jul. 29, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Deutsche Telekom AG. This is near median its historical median of 6.31. Over the past decade, Deutsche Telekom AG's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.24 to 8.40. According to the industry distribution chart, Deutsche Telekom AG ranks #129 out of 314 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 41.1%.
Is Deutsche Telekom AG's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Deutsche Telekom AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.01 is near median its 10-year median of 6.31. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.24 to a high of 8.40. The Telecommunication Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.84. Deutsche Telekom AG's value of 6.01 is 12.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Deutsche Telekom AG ranks #129 out of 314 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Deutsche Telekom AG has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Deutsche Telekom AG's EV-to-EBITDA compare to VZ and TMUS?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Deutsche Telekom AG ranks #129 out of 314 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Deutsche Telekom AG in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.84. Deutsche Telekom AG's value of 6.01 is 12.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Deutsche Telekom AG's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.24 to 8.40 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.31 vs. the industry median of 6.84, Deutsche Telekom 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 Telecommunication Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Telecommunication Services companies is 6.84, based on 314 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. Deutsche Telekom AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.01 is 12.1% 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 Deutsche Telekom AG. For the Telecommunication Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.84 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Deutsche Telekom AG's current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.01, which is near median its own 10-year median of 6.31. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Deutsche Telekom AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Deutsche Telekom AG (XSWX:DTE) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF25.33, compared to a current price of CHF24.70 — trading 2.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.01, which is near median its 10-year median of 6.31 and 12.1% below the Telecommunication Services industry median of 6.84. Deutsche Telekom AG's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 with 2 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 Deutsche Telekom AG (XSWX:DTE), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.01 as of Jul. 29, 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 Deutsche Telekom AG (XSWX:DTE) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Deutsche Telekom AG stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of CHF24.70 is trading 2.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF25.33. GuruFocus considers Deutsche Telekom AG to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:DTE:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 6.01 (near median its 10-year median of 6.31)
  • GF Value™: CHF25.33 vs. price of CHF24.70 (2.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 12.1% below the Telecommunication Services median (#129 of 314)

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


Deutsche Telekom AG Business Description

Address Friedrich-Ebert-Allee 140, Bonn, DEU, 53113
Deutsche Telekom is Germany's incumbent telecom operator and remains the dominant player in mobile and fixed markets. It also owns a controlling stake in T-Mobile US—one of three primary wireless carriers in the United States—which merged with Sprint in 2020, consolidating the market from four to three operators. Aside from its two core markets, Deutsche Telekom operates in several Central European countries and holds an IT arm (Systems Solutions).
79GF Score

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