Kellanova (K) EBITDA Margin: 18.29%
Is Kellanova’s EBITDA margin high or low?
Kellanova's EBITDA margin of 18.29% is 16% above its 5-year average of 15.79%, near the high end of its 5-year range (12.50%–18.29%).
The EBITDA margin for Kellanova (K) is 18.29% as of Tuesday, June 9, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 15.32% (15.86%).
K EBITDA Margin Chart
K Average EBITDA Margin Chart
K Current vs Average EBITDA Margin Chart
K EBITDA Margin Metrics
EBITDA MARGIN
18.29%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG TTM
15.86%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 3Y
15.57%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 5Y
15.79%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 10Y
15.03%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 15Y
15.90%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 20Y
16.84%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+15.32%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+17.43%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+15.86%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+21.73%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+15.06%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+8.58%
K Competitors' EBITDA Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | EBITDA MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kellanova (K) | — | 18.29% | 15.86% | 15.57% | 15.79% |
| Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) | $33.37B | 18.05% | 18.94% | 17.41% | 17.85% |
| Dollar General Corporation (DG) | $24.13B | 7.61% | 7.11% | 8.36% | 8.95% |
| Constellation Brands, Inc. (STZ) | $24.12B | 35.92% | 21.80% | 21.73% | 22.63% |
| Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (CHD) | $22.99B | 20.95% | 19.40% | 19.12% | 21.11% |
| Dollar Tree, Inc. (DLTR) | $21.55B | 11.57% | 11.53% | 12.00% | 12.32% |
| Sysco Corporation (SYY) | $37.08B | 5.08% | 5.19% | 4.99% | 4.90% |
| The Kroger Co. (KR) | $38.84B | 3.90% | 4.54% | 4.59% | 4.58% |
| General Mills, Inc. (GIS) | $18.00B | 20.13% | 20.34% | 20.73% | 20.86% |
| Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) | $42.83B | 25.26% | 23.65% | 24.08% | 25.64% |
Margin Comparison
Gross Margin
35.6%
EBITDA Margin
18.3%
Operating Margin
14.7%
Net Margin
10.5%
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
Kellanova 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
Kellanova EBITDA Margin FAQ
- What is the EBITDA margin for Kellanova (K)?
- The EBITDA margin for K stock is 18.29%.
- Is Kellanova's EBITDA margin high or low?
- Kellanova's EBITDA margin of 18.29% is 16% above its 5-year average of 15.79%, near the high end of its 5-year range (12.50%–18.29%).
- What is the TTM average EBITDA margin for Kellanova (K)?
- The TTM average EBITDA margin for K stock is 15.86%.
- What is the 3Y average EBITDA margin for Kellanova (K)?
- The 3Y average EBITDA margin for K stock is 15.57%.
- What is the 5Y average EBITDA margin for Kellanova (K)?
- The 5Y average EBITDA margin for K stock is 15.79%.
- What is the 10Y average EBITDA margin for Kellanova (K)?
- The 10Y average EBITDA margin for K stock is 15.03%.
- What is the 15Y average EBITDA margin for Kellanova (K)?
- The 15Y average EBITDA margin for K stock is 15.90%.
- What is the 20Y average EBITDA margin for Kellanova (K)?
- The 20Y average EBITDA margin for K stock is 16.84%.
Kellanova EBITDA Margin History
| DATE | EBITDA MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2024-12-28 | 18.29% |
| 2023-12-31 | 13.43% |
| 2022-12-31 | 12.50% |
| 2021-12-31 | 18.08% |
| 2020-12-31 | 17.15% |
| 2019-12-31 | 15.27% |
| 2018-12-31 | 15.74% |
| 2017-12-31 | 18.62% |
| 2016-12-31 | 14.32% |
| 2015-12-31 | 11.34% |
| 2014-12-31 | 10.54% |
| 2013-12-31 | 22.80% |
| 2012-12-31 | 14.33% |
| 2011-12-31 | 13.53% |
| 2010-12-31 | 19.60% |
| 2009-12-31 | 18.79% |
| 2008-12-31 | 18.05% |
| 2007-12-31 | 19.00% |
| 2006-12-31 | 19.55% |
| 2005-12-31 | 21.05% |
| 2004-12-31 | 21.75% |
| 2003-12-31 | 21.75% |
| 2002-12-31 | 22.36% |
| 2001-12-31 | 21.72% |
| 2000-12-31 | 22.46% |
| 1999-12-31 | 19.49% |
| 1998-12-31 | 18.39% |
| 1997-12-31 | 21.67% |
| 1996-12-31 | 20.17% |
| 1995-12-31 | 21.68% |
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About Kellanova
Kellanova, a worldwide enterprise, produces and supplies a diverse range of snack and convenience food products across North America, Europe, Latin America, the Asia Pacific region, the Middle East, Australia, and Africa. The company's primary offerings include various snack items such as crackers, savory treats, toaster pastries, assorted cereal and granola bars, and snack bites, along with crisps. Furthermore, its convenience food division features ready-to-eat breakfast cereals, frozen waffles, plant-based meal alternatives, and noodles. These items are marketed under an extensive portfolio of widely recognized brand names, prominently featuring Kellogg's, Cheez-It, Pringles, RXBAR, Eggo, Morningstar Farms, Pop-Tarts, and Special K. This vast array of brands also encompasses Austin, Parati, Bisco, Club, Luxe, Minueto, Toasteds, Town House, Zesta, Zoo Cartoon, Choco Krispis, Crunchy Nut, Kashi, Nutri-Grain, Squares, Zucaritas, Rice Krispies Treats, Sucrilhos, K-Time, Sunibrite, Split Stix, LCMs, Coco Pops, Krave, Frosties, Rice Krispies Squares, Incogmeato, Veggitizers, Gardenburger, Trink, Carr's, Kellogg's Extra, Müsli, Fruit 'n Fibre, Kellogg's Crunchy Nut, Country Store, Smacks, Honey Bsss, Zimmy's, Toppas, Tresor, Froot Ring, Chocos, Chex, Guardian, Just Right, Sultana Bran, Rice Bubbles, Sustain, Choco Krispies, Melvin, Cornelius, Chocovore, Poperto, Pops the Bee, and Sammy the Seal. Kellanova distributes its products to retailers through its own dedicated sales teams, as well as via independent brokers and distributors. The company, originally established in 1906, was known as Kellogg Company before adopting the name Kellanova in October 2023. Its main corporate office is situated in Chicago, Illinois.
- Sector
- Consumer Defensive
- Industry
- Food Confectioners
- CEO
- Steven A. Cahillane