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Alphabet(Google)XSWX:GOOGL -6.24%94 EV-to-EBITDA is 19.48 as of Jul. 19, 2026, which is 11% above its 10-year median of 17.52. GuruFocus rates XSWX:GOOGL with a GF Score™ of 94/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF184.37 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 379 Interactive Media companies, Alphabet(Google) ranks worse than 79.42% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Alphabet(Google)'s enterprise value is CHF3,392,016 Mil.
Alphabet(Google)'s EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF174,162 Mil. Therefore, Alphabet(Google)'s EV-to-EBITDA for today is 19.48.
The historical rank and industry rank for Alphabet(Google)'s EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:GOOGL'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 11.14 Med: 17.52 Max: 22.5
Current: 19.16
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Alphabet(Google) was 22.50. The lowest was 11.14. And the median was 17.52.
XSWX:GOOGL's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 79.42% of 379
companies
in the Interactive Media industry
Industry Median: 7.38
vs XSWX:GOOGL: 19.16
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.
Alphabet(Google)'s PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Alphabet(Google)'s share price for today is CHF280.75.
Alphabet(Google)'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 CHF10.433.
* 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 Alphabet(Google)'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.
XSWX:GOOGL vs META, SPOT, NBIS: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Internet Content & Information subindustry, Alphabet(Google)'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.
Alphabet(Google) EV-to-EBITDA vs Interactive Media Industry
For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, Alphabet(Google)'s EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Alphabet(Google)'s EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Alphabet(Google)'s current Enterprise Value is CHF3,392,016 Mil.
Alphabet(Google)'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 CHF174,162 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.
Alphabet(Google) (XSWX:GOOGL) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 19.48 as of Jul. 19, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Alphabet(Google). This is 11% above median its historical median of 17.52. Over the past decade, Alphabet(Google)'s EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 11.14 to 22.50. According to the industry distribution chart, Alphabet(Google) ranks #301 out of 379 companies in the Interactive Media industry, placing it in the top 79.4%.
Is Alphabet(Google)'s EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Alphabet(Google)'s current EV-to-EBITDA of 19.48 is 11% above median its 10-year median of 17.52. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 11.14 to a high of 22.50. The Interactive Media industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.38. Alphabet(Google)'s value of 19.48 is 164% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Alphabet(Google) ranks #301 out of 379 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Alphabet(Google) has a GF Score™ of 94/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Alphabet(Google)'s EV-to-EBITDA compare to META and SPOT?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, Alphabet(Google) ranks #301 out of 379 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Alphabet(Google) in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.38. Alphabet(Google)'s value of 19.48 is 164% above this benchmark. Historically, Alphabet(Google)'s own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 11.14 to 22.50 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 17.52 vs. the industry median of 7.38, Alphabet(Google) 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 an Interactive Media company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Interactive Media companies is 7.38, based on 379 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. Alphabet(Google)'s current EV-to-EBITDA of 19.48 is 164% 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 Alphabet(Google). For the Interactive Media industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.38 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Alphabet(Google)'s current EV-to-EBITDA is 19.48, which is 11% above median its own 10-year median of 17.52. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Alphabet(Google) stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Alphabet(Google) (XSWX:GOOGL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF184.37, compared to a current price of CHF280.75 — trading 52.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 19.48, which is 11% above median its 10-year median of 17.52 and 164% above the Interactive Media industry median of 7.38. Alphabet(Google)'s overall GF Score™ is 94/100 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 Alphabet(Google) (XSWX:GOOGL), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 19.48 as of Jul. 19, 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 Alphabet(Google) (XSWX:GOOGL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Alphabet(Google) stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of CHF280.75 is trading 52.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF184.37.
GuruFocus considers Alphabet(Google) to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:GOOGL:
EV-to-EBITDA: 19.48 (11% above median its 10-year median of 17.52)
GF Value™: CHF184.37 vs. price of CHF280.75 (52.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 164% above the Interactive Media median (#301 of 379)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:GOOGL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Alphabet is a holding company that wholly owns internet giant Google. The California-based company derives slightly less than 90% of its revenue from Google services, the vast majority of which is advertising sales. Alongside online ads, Google services houses sales stemming from Google's subscription services (YouTube TV and YouTube Music, among others), platforms (sales and in-app purchases on Play Store), and devices (Chromebooks, Pixel smartphones, and smart home products such as Chromecast). Google's cloud computing platform accounts for roughly 10% of Alphabet's revenue. The firm's investments in up-and-coming technologies such as self-driving cars (Waymo), health (Verily), and internet access (Google Fiber) make up the rest.
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