CSXCSX -0.61%86 EV-to-EBITDA is 16.69 as of Jul. 07, 2026, which is 40% above its 10-year median of 11.89. GuruFocus rates CSX with a GF Score™ of 86/100 and a GF Value™ of $35.61 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 899 Transportation companies, CSX ranks worse than 80.53% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, CSX's enterprise value is $108,372 Mil.
CSX's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $6,492 Mil. Therefore, CSX's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 16.69.
The historical rank and industry rank for CSX's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
CSX'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.98 Med: 11.89 Max: 16.84
Current: 16.69
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of CSX was 16.84. The lowest was 4.98. And the median was 11.89.
CSX's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 80.53% of 899
companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 8.7
vs CSX: 16.69
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.
As of today (2026-07-07), CSX's stock price is $48.51.
CSX's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1.627. Therefore, CSX's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 29.82.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
CSX (NAS:CSX) 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.
CSX's share price for today is $48.51.
CSX'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 $1.627.
* 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 CSX'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.
For the Railroads subindustry, CSX'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.
CSX EV-to-EBITDA vs Transportation Industry
For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, CSX's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where CSX's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
CSX's current Enterprise Value is $108,372 Mil.
CSX'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 $6,492 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.
CSX (CSX) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 16.69 as of Jul. 07, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on CSX. This is 40% above median its historical median of 11.89. Over the past decade, CSX's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.98 to 16.84. According to the industry distribution chart, CSX ranks #724 out of 899 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 80.5%.
Is CSX's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
CSX's current EV-to-EBITDA of 16.69 is 40% above median its 10-year median of 11.89. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.98 to a high of 16.84. The Transportation industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.70. CSX's value of 16.69 is 91.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, CSX ranks #724 out of 899 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, CSX has a GF Score™ of 86/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CSX's EV-to-EBITDA compare to NSC and WAB?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, CSX ranks #724 out of 899 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places CSX in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.70. CSX's value of 16.69 is 91.8% above this benchmark. Historically, CSX's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.98 to 16.84 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.89 vs. the industry median of 8.70, CSX 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 a Transportation company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Transportation companies is 8.70, based on 899 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. CSX's current EV-to-EBITDA of 16.69 is 91.8% 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 CSX. 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. CSX's current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.69, which is 40% above median its own 10-year median of 11.89. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CSX stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CSX (CSX) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $35.61, compared to a current price of $48.51 — trading 36.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.69, which is 40% above median its 10-year median of 11.89 and 91.8% above the Transportation industry median of 8.70. CSX's overall GF Score™ is 86/100 with 10 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 CSX (CSX), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.69 as of Jul. 07, 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 CSX (CSX) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CSX stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $48.51 is trading 36.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $35.61.
GuruFocus considers CSX to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CSX:
EV-to-EBITDA: 16.69 (40% above median its 10-year median of 11.89)
GF Value™: $35.61 vs. price of $48.51 (36.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 91.8% above the Transportation median (#724 of 899)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CSX stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Operating in the Eastern United States, Class I railroad CSX generated revenue of nearly $14 billion in 2025. On its more than 21,000 miles of track, CSX hauls shipments of coal (16% of consolidated revenue), chemicals (17%), intermodal containers (16%), automotive cargo (7%), and a diverse mix of other bulk and industrial merchandise.
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