Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) EBITDA Margin: 12.39%
Is Lowe's Companies, Inc.’s EBITDA margin high or low?
Lowe's Companies, Inc.'s EBITDA margin of 12.39% is 11% below its 5-year average of 13.86%, near the low end of its 5-year range (11.92%–15.71%).
As of Wednesday, June 17, 2026. 9.69% below its 12-month average of 13.72%.
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LOW Average EBITDA Margin Chart
LOW Current vs Average EBITDA Margin Chart
LOW EBITDA Margin Metrics
EBITDA MARGIN
12.39%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG TTM
13.72%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 3Y
14.05%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 5Y
13.86%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 10Y
12.38%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 15Y
11.82%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 20Y
11.94%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-9.69%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-11.85%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-10.62%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+0.06%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+4.87%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+3.81%
LOW Competitors' EBITDA Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | EBITDA MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) | $125.78B | 12.39% | 13.72% | 14.05% | 13.86% |
| Booking Holdings Inc. (BKNG)vs › | $135.35B | 34.24% | 36.79% | 33.84% | 30.04% |
| Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)vs › | $115.57B | 14.47% | 17.08% | 18.52% | 18.76% |
| Marriott International, Inc. (MAR)vs › | $105.80B | 17.14% | 17.21% | 17.94% | 14.96% |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)vs › | $85.84B | 12.32% | 13.89% | 13.73% | 11.97% |
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB)vs › | $84.36B | 25.63% | 28.11% | 25.54% | -3.83% |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT)vs › | $80.27B | 23.83% | 23.09% | 23.76% | 18.50% |
| Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)vs › | $75.22B | 16.49% | 15.97% | 14.92% | 13.06% |
| General Motors Company (GM)vs › | $74.66B | 9.96% | 10.79% | 12.58% | 14.41% |
| Carvana Co. (CVNA)vs › | $71.60B | -0.54% | 4.69% | 1.09% | -0.05% |
Margin Comparison
Gross Margin
33.8%
EBITDA Margin
12.4%
Operating Margin
11.6%
Net Margin
7.5%
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
Lowe's Companies, 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
Lowe's Companies, Inc. EBITDA Margin FAQ
- What is the EBITDA margin for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The EBITDA margin for LOW stock is 12.39%.
- Is Lowe's Companies, Inc.'s EBITDA margin high or low?
- Lowe's Companies, Inc.'s EBITDA margin of 12.39% is 11% below its 5-year average of 13.86%, near the low end of its 5-year range (11.92%–15.71%).
- What is the TTM average EBITDA margin for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The TTM average EBITDA margin for LOW stock is 13.72%.
- What is the 3Y average EBITDA margin for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The 3Y average EBITDA margin for LOW stock is 14.05%.
- What is the 5Y average EBITDA margin for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The 5Y average EBITDA margin for LOW stock is 13.86%.
- What is the 10Y average EBITDA margin for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The 10Y average EBITDA margin for LOW stock is 12.38%.
- What is the 15Y average EBITDA margin for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The 15Y average EBITDA margin for LOW stock is 11.82%.
- What is the 20Y average EBITDA margin for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The 20Y average EBITDA margin for LOW stock is 11.94%.
Lowe's Companies, Inc. EBITDA Margin History
| DATE | EBITDA MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-30 | 12.39% |
| 2025-01-31 | 15.05% |
| 2024-01-31 | 15.71% |
| 2023-01-31 | 13.07% |
| 2022-01-31 | 15.03% |
| 2021-01-31 | 11.92% |
| 2020-01-31 | 11.39% |
| 2019-01-31 | 7.92% |
| 2018-01-31 | 11.19% |
| 2017-01-31 | 11.45% |
| 2016-01-31 | 11.09% |
| 2015-01-31 | 11.36% |
| 2014-01-31 | 10.69% |
| 2013-01-31 | 10.33% |
| 2012-01-31 | 9.70% |
| 2011-01-31 | 10.75% |
| 2010-01-31 | 10.32% |
| 2009-01-31 | 11.39% |
| 2008-01-31 | 12.87% |
| 2007-01-31 | 13.73% |
| 2006-01-31 | 13.30% |
| 2005-01-31 | 12.76% |
| 2004-01-31 | 12.84% |
| 2003-01-31 | 12.03% |
| 2002-01-31 | 10.43% |
| 2001-01-31 | 9.65% |
| 2000-01-31 | 9.49% |
| 1999-01-31 | 9.45% |
| 1998-01-31 | 9.14% |
| 1997-01-31 | 8.96% |
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About Lowe's Companies, Inc.
Lowe's Companies, Inc., together with its various subsidiary entities, operates as a prominent home improvement retailer serving both the United States and international markets. The company supplies a broad spectrum of items essential for construction, upkeep, renovations, and interior design projects. Its comprehensive product line encompasses major appliances, seasonal and outdoor living essentials, lawn and garden tools, timber, kitchen and bathroom fixtures, power tools, paints, custom millwork, general hardware, flooring options, plumbing components, building materials, decorative accents, lighting solutions, and electrical supplies. In addition to merchandise, Lowe's facilitates installation services through independent contractors across numerous product categories, offers extended protection plans, and provides repair services covering both warranty and post-warranty issues. The company markets its inventory, comprising both well-known national brands and proprietary private-label items, to a diverse clientele including individual homeowners, tenants, and trade professionals. As of January 28, 2022, Lowe's operated 1,971 retail locations dedicated to home improvement and hardware. Products are also accessible via its e-commerce platforms, Lowes.com and Lowesforpros.com, and through its mobile applications. Established in 1921, Lowe's Companies, Inc. maintains its headquarters in Mooresville, North Carolina.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Home Improvement
- CEO
- Marvin R. Ellison