Merck & Co Inc EV/EBITDA
Data as of September 29, 2026
EV/EBITDA
43.42
Enterprise Value
$414.16B
EBITDA (TTM)
$9.54B
Sector
Pharmaceuticals
How It's Calculated
43.42 = $414.16B ÷ $9.54B
What This Means
Merck & Co Inc's EV/EBITDA of 43.4 is elevated, which can reflect growth expectations, scarce assets, or cyclical EBITDA.
About Merck & Co Inc
Merck & Co Inc (MRK) operates in the Pharmaceuticals sector, specifically in Pharmaceuticals. With a market capitalization of about $366.61B, it ranks as a mega-cap stock — one of the largest publicly traded companies.
Shares recently traded near $148.69, within a 52-week range of $77.58 to $156.92 (-5.2% from the high, +91.7% from the low). Beta of 0.14 indicates relatively lower volatility versus the market.
Trailing profit margin is about 4.8%, 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 Merck & Co Inc, the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Pharmaceuticals. 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 43.42x EV/EBITDA, Merck & Co Inc (MRK) carries an elevated EV/EBITDA multiple that may embed growth expectations or scarcity within its peer set. Enterprise value of about $414.16B and EBITDA near $9.54B 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 MRK metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Among Pharmaceuticals names on our S&P 100 coverage, Merck & Co Inc's EV/EBITDA of 43.42 can be compared with peers such as LLY (31.05), JNJ (21.42), PFE (24.71). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Pharmaceuticals stocks.
Key Takeaways
- MRK is grouped in the Pharmaceuticals sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.14 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 4.8% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is MRK's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Merck & Co Inc's ratio is about 43.42 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Pharmaceuticals.
Is 43.42 high or low vs peers?
Among Pharmaceuticals peers (e.g. LLY (31.05), PFE (24.71), JNJ (21.42)), MRK's 43.42 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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