Chevron Corp EV/EBITDA
Data as of September 29, 2026
EV/EBITDA
8.47
Enterprise Value
$436.59B
EBITDA (TTM)
$51.52B
Sector
Energy
How It's Calculated
8.47 = $436.59B ÷ $51.52B
What This Means
Chevron Corp's EV/EBITDA of 8.5 is on the lower side versus many large-cap peers — context still depends on growth and leverage.
About Chevron Corp
Chevron Corp (CVX) operates in the Energy sector, specifically in Energy. With a market capitalization of about $408.04B, it ranks as a mega-cap stock — one of the largest publicly traded companies.
Shares recently traded near $206.37, within a 52-week range of $146.49 to $217.78 (-5.2% from the high, +40.9% from the low). Beta of 0.50 indicates relatively lower volatility versus the market.
Trailing profit margin is about 9.9%, signaling modest profitability that investors should weigh against growth plans.
Understanding This Metric
EV/EBITDA is widely used when comparing companies with different debt loads because enterprise value includes net debt while EBITDA approximates operating cash earnings power. For Chevron Corp, the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Energy. Pair EV/EBITDA with free cash flow yield and net debt metrics before drawing conclusions — especially when EBITDA is depressed or boosted by one-time items.
Using This Number in Practice
Near 8.47x EV/EBITDA, Chevron Corp (CVX) carries a mid-range EV/EBITDA multiple that investors often stack-rank within the sector. Enterprise value of about $436.59B and EBITDA near $51.52B form the ratio — adjust for one-time items before treating the headline multiple as comparable.
Credit and LBO workflows often sort names on EV/EBITDA before drilling into free cash flow and maintenance capex. Pair this view with the EV/EBITDA calculator and the CVX metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Among Energy names on our S&P 100 coverage, Chevron Corp's EV/EBITDA of 8.47 can be compared with peers such as XOM (10.52), COP (6.60), SLB (12.64). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Energy stocks.
Key Takeaways
- CVX is grouped in the Energy sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.50 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 9.9% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVX's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Chevron Corp's ratio is about 8.47 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Energy.
Is 8.47 high or low vs peers?
Among Energy peers (e.g. KMI (12.85), SLB (12.64), XOM (10.52)), CVX's 8.47 should be read with growth, capex, and debt levels.
When is EV/EBITDA misleading?
EBITDA ignores capex, working capital, and stock-based comp; negative or tiny EBITDA makes the ratio meaningless. Cross-check with free cash flow and net debt.
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