Costco's EV/EBITDA Ratio Analysis

Shared Chat • May 29, 2024

Provide Costco's EV/EBITDA ratio.

The EV/EBITDA ratio for Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) has varied over recent periods. Here are some key values:

For the fiscal year ending on September 3, 2023, the EV/EBITDA was 22.35, with a growth rate of -6.03%.
For the twelve months period ending on February 18, 2024, the EV/EBITDA was 32.35, with a growth rate of 47.71%.
For the quarter ending on February 18, 2024, the EV/EBITDA was also 32.35, with a growth rate of 47.71%.

These values indicate a significant increase in the EV/EBITDA ratio in the most recent period compared to the previous fiscal year.

How does Costco's EV/EBITDA ratio compare to its industry peers?

Here is a comparison of Costco's EV/EBITDA ratio with some of its industry peers:

Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST):
- For the twelve months period ending February 18, 2024: 32.35
- For the fiscal year ending September 3, 2023: 22.35
Walmart Inc. (WMT):
- For the twelve months period ending April 30, 2024: 14.82
- For the fiscal year ending January 31, 2024: 13.15
Target Corporation (TGT):
- For the twelve months period ending May 4, 2024: 9.57
- For the fiscal year ending February 3, 2024: 9.75
The Kroger Co. (KR):
- For the twelve months period ending February 3, 2024: 6.35
- For the fiscal year ending February 3, 2024: 5.85

From this data, it is evident that Costco's EV/EBITDA ratio is significantly higher than that of its peers, indicating that Costco is valued more highly relative to its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization compared to Walmart, Target, and Kroger.