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Deutsche Lufthansa AGXSWX:LHA -2.01%71 EV-to-EBITDA is 3.03 as of Jul. 19, 2026, which is 10% above its 10-year median of 2.76. GuruFocus rates XSWX:LHA with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF7.48 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 902 Transportation companies, Deutsche Lufthansa AG ranks better than 91.24% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Deutsche Lufthansa AG's enterprise value is CHF14,939 Mil.
Deutsche Lufthansa AG's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF4,928 Mil. Therefore, Deutsche Lufthansa AG's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 3.03.
The historical rank and industry rank for Deutsche Lufthansa AG's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:LHA'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -13.44 Med: 2.76 Max: 194.43
Current: 3.07
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Deutsche Lufthansa AG was 194.43. The lowest was -13.44. And the median was 2.76.
XSWX:LHA's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 91.24% of 902
companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 8.7
vs XSWX:LHA: 3.07
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).
Deutsche Lufthansa AG (XSWX:LHA) 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 Lufthansa AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Deutsche Lufthansa AG's share price for today is CHF8.484.
Deutsche Lufthansa 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 CHF1.240.
* 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).
Deutsche Lufthansa AG EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Deutsche Lufthansa 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.
XSWX:LHA vs DAL, UAL, LUV: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Airlines subindustry, Deutsche Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa AG EV-to-EBITDA vs Transportation Industry
For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Deutsche Lufthansa AG's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Deutsche Lufthansa AG's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Deutsche Lufthansa AG's current Enterprise Value is CHF14,939 Mil.
Deutsche Lufthansa 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 CHF4,928 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.
Deutsche Lufthansa AG (XSWX:LHA) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 3.03 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 Deutsche Lufthansa AG. This is 10% above median its historical median of 2.76. According to the industry distribution chart, Deutsche Lufthansa AG ranks #79 out of 902 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 8.8%.
Is Deutsche Lufthansa AG's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Deutsche Lufthansa AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.03 is 10% above median its 10-year median of 2.76. The Transportation industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.70. Deutsche Lufthansa AG's value of 3.03 is 65.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Deutsche Lufthansa AG ranks #79 out of 902 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Deutsche Lufthansa AG has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Deutsche Lufthansa AG's EV-to-EBITDA compare to DAL and UAL?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Deutsche Lufthansa AG ranks #79 out of 902 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Deutsche Lufthansa AG in the top 9% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.70. Deutsche Lufthansa AG's value of 3.03 is 65.2% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 2.76 vs. the industry median of 8.70, Deutsche Lufthansa 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 8.70, based on 902 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 Lufthansa AG's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.03 is 65.2% 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 Lufthansa AG. For the Transportation industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.70 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Deutsche Lufthansa AG's current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.03, which is 10% above median its own 10-year median of 2.76. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Deutsche Lufthansa AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Deutsche Lufthansa AG (XSWX:LHA) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF7.48, compared to a current price of CHF8.48 — trading 13.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.03, which is 10% above median its 10-year median of 2.76 and 65.2% below the Transportation industry median of 8.70. Deutsche Lufthansa AG's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 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 Deutsche Lufthansa AG (XSWX:LHA), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.03 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 Deutsche Lufthansa AG (XSWX:LHA) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Deutsche Lufthansa AG stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of CHF8.48 is trading 13.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF7.48.
GuruFocus considers Deutsche Lufthansa AG to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:LHA:
EV-to-EBITDA: 3.03 (10% above median its 10-year median of 2.76)
GF Value™: CHF7.48 vs. price of CHF8.48 (13.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 65.2% below the Transportation median (#79 of 902)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:LHA stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Lufthansa AG is a European airline group operating through three primary segments: passenger airlines, logistics (Lufthansa Cargo), and MRO (Lufthansa Technik). The passenger airlines segment includes Lufthansa German Airlines, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, and the equity interest in SunExpress. As of 2025, Lufthansa also holds a 41% stake in ITA Airways, with strategic integration underway.
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