Electronic Arts Inc. (EA) EBITDA Margin: 16.31%
Is Electronic Arts Inc.’s EBITDA margin high or low?
Electronic Arts Inc.'s EBITDA margin of 16.31% is 31% below its 5-year average of 23.61%, near the low end of its 5-year range (16.31%–27.12%).
The EBITDA margin for Electronic Arts Inc. (EA) is 16.31% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 24.77% (21.68%).
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EA EBITDA Margin Metrics
EBITDA MARGIN
16.31%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG TTM
21.68%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 3Y
24.09%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 5Y
23.61%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 10Y
25.82%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 15Y
20.76%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 20Y
16.12%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-24.77%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-32.28%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-30.92%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-36.84%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-21.44%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+1.17%
EA Competitors' EBITDA Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | EBITDA MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic Arts Inc. (EA) | $50.95B | 16.31% | 21.68% | 24.09% | 23.61% |
| Reddit, Inc. (RDDT) | $33.69B | 20.79% | -10.56% | -15.37% | -18.68% |
| Charter Communications, Inc. (CHTR) | $19.45B | 38.72% | 38.79% | 38.57% | 38.28% |
| Roku, Inc. (ROKU) | $17.27B | 7.07% | 6.21% | -0.69% | 2.48% |
| Comcast Corporation (CMCSA) | $85.63B | 37.50% | 33.95% | 30.53% | 30.79% |
| Pinterest, Inc. (PINS) | $14.47B | 8.17% | 6.84% | 2.08% | 2.79% |
| Snap Inc. (SNAP) | $9.10B | -2.85% | -6.02% | -15.40% | -16.57% |
| The Trade Desk, Inc. (TTD) | $9.07B | 26.74% | 23.89% | 18.22% | 17.92% |
| Zillow Group, Inc. Class C (Z) | $8.15B | 10.10% | 9.05% | 7.79% | 10.97% |
| Spotify Technology S.A. (SPOT) | $103.45B | 13.71% | 11.64% | 4.90% | 2.83% |
Margin Comparison
Gross Margin
79.0%
EBITDA Margin
16.3%
Operating Margin
15.4%
Net Margin
11.8%
Formula: EBITDA Margin = (EBITDA / Revenue) × 100
Why EBITDA Margin matters:
- Removes effects of depreciation policies (D&A)
- Capital structure neutral (ignores interest)
- Tax neutral (ignores tax differences)
- Good proxy for operating cash generation
Electronic Arts Inc. EBITDA Margin Formula & Definition
EBITDA Margin = EBITDA / Revenue
EBITDA margin measures operating profitability before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization as a percentage of revenue.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Electronic Arts Inc. EBITDA Margin FAQ
- What is the EBITDA margin for Electronic Arts Inc. (EA)?
- The EBITDA margin for EA stock is 16.31%.
- Is Electronic Arts Inc.'s EBITDA margin high or low?
- Electronic Arts Inc.'s EBITDA margin of 16.31% is 31% below its 5-year average of 23.61%, near the low end of its 5-year range (16.31%–27.12%).
- What is the TTM average EBITDA margin for Electronic Arts Inc. (EA)?
- The TTM average EBITDA margin for EA stock is 21.68%.
- What is the 3Y average EBITDA margin for Electronic Arts Inc. (EA)?
- The 3Y average EBITDA margin for EA stock is 24.09%.
- What is the 5Y average EBITDA margin for Electronic Arts Inc. (EA)?
- The 5Y average EBITDA margin for EA stock is 23.61%.
- What is the 10Y average EBITDA margin for Electronic Arts Inc. (EA)?
- The 10Y average EBITDA margin for EA stock is 25.82%.
- What is the 15Y average EBITDA margin for Electronic Arts Inc. (EA)?
- The 15Y average EBITDA margin for EA stock is 20.76%.
- What is the 20Y average EBITDA margin for Electronic Arts Inc. (EA)?
- The 20Y average EBITDA margin for EA stock is 16.12%.
Electronic Arts Inc. EBITDA Margin History
| DATE | EBITDA MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-31 | 16.31% |
| 2025-03-31 | 27.05% |
| 2024-03-31 | 27.12% |
| 2023-03-31 | 25.86% |
| 2022-03-31 | 23.24% |
| 2021-03-31 | 22.08% |
| 2020-03-31 | 30.74% |
| 2019-03-31 | 25.60% |
| 2018-03-31 | 31.59% |
| 2017-03-31 | 29.45% |
| 2016-03-31 | 25.00% |
| 2015-03-31 | 25.98% |
| 2014-03-31 | 7.38% |
| 2013-03-31 | 11.38% |
| 2012-03-31 | 6.13% |
| 2011-03-31 | -2.73% |
| 2010-03-31 | -9.63% |
| 2009-03-31 | -3.73% |
| 2008-03-31 | -2.24% |
| 2007-03-31 | 6.60% |
| 2006-03-31 | 15.38% |
| 2005-03-31 | 24.26% |
| 2004-03-31 | 29.18% |
| 2003-03-31 | 22.68% |
| 2002-03-31 | 15.46% |
| 2001-03-31 | 9.71% |
| 2000-03-31 | 14.58% |
| 1999-03-31 | 15.54% |
| 1998-03-31 | 13.50% |
| 1997-03-31 | 12.73% |
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About Electronic Arts Inc.
Electronic Arts Inc., established in 1982 and based in Redwood City, California, is a global leader in the creation, promotion, publication, and distribution of interactive entertainment. The company delivers a wide array of games, content, and services for various platforms, including gaming consoles, personal computers, smartphones, and tablets across the globe. EA develops and releases titles spanning popular genres such as sports, racing, first-person shooters, action, role-playing, and simulation. Its prominent proprietary franchises include Battlefield, The Sims, Apex Legends, and Need for Speed, alongside celebrated licensed properties like FIFA, Madden NFL, UFC, and Star Wars. Furthermore, Electronic Arts grants licenses for its games to external partners for distribution and hosting. The company reaches its customers through diverse channels, encompassing digital storefronts, traditional retail outlets, direct sales to major retailers and specialty shops, and various distribution agreements.
- Sector
- Communication Services
- Industry
- Electronic Gaming & Multimedia
- CEO
- Andrew Wilson