Smith & Nephew PLC
LSE:SN

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Price: 1 262.5 GBX -0.43% Market Closed
Market Cap: £10.8B

EV/EBITDA

10.3
Current
2%
Cheaper
vs 3-y average of 10.5

Enterprise Value to EBITDA (EV/EBITDA) ratio compares a company`s total enterprise value to its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. It shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company`s earnings, including both equity and debt.

EV/EBITDA
10.3
=
Enterprise Value
GBX12.3B
/
EBITDA
$1.6B

Enterprise Value to EBITDA (EV/EBITDA) ratio compares a company`s total enterprise value to its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. It shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company`s earnings, including both equity and debt.

EV/EBITDA
10.3
=
Enterprise Value
GBX12.3B
/
EBITDA
$1.6B

Valuation Scenarios

Smith & Nephew PLC is trading below its 3-year average

If EV/EBITDA returns to its 3-Year Average (10.5), the stock would be worth GBX1 282.15 (2% upside from current price).

Statistics
Positive Scenarios
2/4
Maximum Downside
-100%
Maximum Upside
+10%
Average Downside
47%
Scenario EV/EBITDA Value Implied Price Upside/Downside
Current Multiple 10.3 GBX1 262.5
0%
3-Year Average 10.5 GBX1 282.15
+2%
5-Year Average 11.4 GBX1 391.28
+10%
Industry Average 0 GBX2.97
-100%
Country Average 0 GBX2.4
-100%

Forward EV/EBITDA
Today’s price vs future ebitda

Today's Enterprise Value EBITDA Forward EV/EBITDA
GBX12.3B
/
Jan 2026
$1.6B
=
10.3
Current
GBX12.3B
/
Dec 2026
$1.8B
=
7
Forward
GBX12.3B
/
Dec 2027
$1.9B
=
6.5
Forward
GBX12.3B
/
Dec 2028
$2B
=
6.1
Forward

Forward EV/EBITDA shows whether today’s EV/EBITDA still looks high or low once future ebitda are taken into account.

Peer Comparison

All Multiples
EV/EBITDA
P/E
All Countries
Close
Market Cap EV/EBITDA P/E
UK
Smith & Nephew PLC
LSE:SN
10.7B GBP 10.3 22.7
US
Abbott Laboratories
NYSE:ABT
166.7B USD 14.5 26.6
US
Intuitive Surgical Inc
NASDAQ:ISRG
165.3B USD 43.9 57.9
US
Stryker Corp
NYSE:SYK
129.4B USD 20.4 39.9
IE
Medtronic PLC
NYSE:MDT
109.1B USD 13.1 23.6
US
Boston Scientific Corp
NYSE:BSX
90.4B USD 18.6 31.2
DE
Siemens Healthineers AG
XETRA:SHL
43.2B EUR 11.4 20.5
US
Edwards Lifesciences Corp
NYSE:EW
47.3B USD 24 44.1
US
IDEXX Laboratories Inc
NASDAQ:IDXX
46.5B USD 31 43.9
US
Becton Dickinson and Co
NYSE:BDX
45.2B USD 10.1 25.7
US
GE Healthcare Technologies Inc
NASDAQ:GEHC
33.8B USD 11.6 16.2

Market Distribution

Higher than 95% of companies in United Kingdom
Percentile
95th
Based on 1 967 companies
95th percentile
10.3
Low
0 — 0
Typical Range
0 — 0
High
0 —
Distribution Statistics
United Kingdom
Min 0
30th Percentile 0
Median 0
70th Percentile 0
Max 743.2

Smith & Nephew PLC
Glance View

Smith & Nephew PLC, a name synonymous with innovation in the medical technology sphere, began its journey in the late 19th century in the quaint city of Kingston upon Hull, England. This humble pharmaceutical shop evolved over time into a global leader in medical devices, driven by a commitment to improve people's quality of life through pioneering healthcare solutions. Today, the company stands as a key player in three core sectors: orthopedics, advanced wound management, and sports medicine. By focusing on these specialized areas, Smith & Nephew has set itself apart, effectively addressing the complex challenges faced by aging populations and a rising demand for minimally invasive treatments. Revenue streams pour in from their innovative products, which cater to both healthcare professionals and patients worldwide. In orthopedics, they make significant headway with implants and instruments used in hip and knee replacements, essential solutions in addressing joint deterioration and injury. Their advanced wound management division tackles issues from chronic wounds to burns, supplying dressings and delivery systems designed for optimal healing. Meanwhile, the sports medicine segment contributes by offering arthroscopy and enabling technologies, crucial for athletic injury prevention and recovery. By maintaining a strong pipeline of research and development initiatives, Smith & Nephew continues to enhance its offerings, pushing the envelope in medical technology and consequently fortifying its financial foundation.

SN Intrinsic Value
1 111.74 GBX
Overvaluation 12%
Intrinsic Value
Price GBX1 262.5
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