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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%).

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K EBITDA Margin
18.29%+36.19% 1Y
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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

NAMEMARKET CAPEBITDA MARGINTTM3Y5Y
Kellanova (K)18.29%15.86%15.57%15.79%
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)$33.37B18.05%18.94%17.41%17.85%
Dollar General Corporation (DG)$24.13B7.61%7.11%8.36%8.95%
Constellation Brands, Inc. (STZ)$24.12B35.92%21.80%21.73%22.63%
Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (CHD)$22.99B20.95%19.40%19.12%21.11%
Dollar Tree, Inc. (DLTR)$21.55B11.57%11.53%12.00%12.32%
Sysco Corporation (SYY)$37.08B5.08%5.19%4.99%4.90%
The Kroger Co. (KR)$38.84B3.90%4.54%4.59%4.58%
General Mills, Inc. (GIS)$18.00B20.13%20.34%20.73%20.86%
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP)$42.83B25.26%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

DATEEBITDA MARGIN
2024-12-2818.29%
2023-12-3113.43%
2022-12-3112.50%
2021-12-3118.08%
2020-12-3117.15%
2019-12-3115.27%
2018-12-3115.74%
2017-12-3118.62%
2016-12-3114.32%
2015-12-3111.34%
2014-12-3110.54%
2013-12-3122.80%
2012-12-3114.33%
2011-12-3113.53%
2010-12-3119.60%
2009-12-3118.79%
2008-12-3118.05%
2007-12-3119.00%
2006-12-3119.55%
2005-12-3121.05%
2004-12-3121.75%
2003-12-3121.75%
2002-12-3122.36%
2001-12-3121.72%
2000-12-3122.46%
1999-12-3119.49%
1998-12-3118.39%
1997-12-3121.67%
1996-12-3120.17%
1995-12-3121.68%

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.

Chicago, MI
24,000 employees
Consumer Defensive / Food Confectioners
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Food Confectioners
CEO
Steven A. Cahillane