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EBITDA Calculator

Calculate EBITDA and EBIT from net income by adding back interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization, with an optional EBITDA margin.

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Results

EBITDA

$80,000.00

EBIT
$70,000.00
EBITDA margin
20%

✓Exact calculation — rounded only for display

What this calculator does

EBITDA approximates operating cash generation by removing financing, tax and non-cash charges. It is widely used in valuation and lending covenants.

Formula and method

EBIT = net income + interest + taxes; EBITDA = EBIT + depreciation + amortization; Margin = EBITDA ÷ revenue

Worked example

Calculated by this tool with its default inputs:

Inputs

  • Net income: 50000 (any currency)
  • Interest expense: 5000 (any currency)
  • Income taxes: 15000 (any currency)
  • Depreciation: 8000 (any currency)
  • Amortization: 2000 (any currency)
  • Revenue (optional, for margin): 400000 (any currency)

Results

  • EBITDA: 80,000
  • EBIT: 70,000
  • EBITDA margin: 20%

How to read the results

EBITDA ignores capital spending and working capital needs, so it can flatter businesses with heavy reinvestment.

Assumptions and limitations

  • EBITDA is not defined by accounting standards; definitions vary.

Financial results are estimates based on the inputs and assumptions shown. They are not financial advice; confirm figures with your lender, provider or a qualified adviser before making decisions.

Questions

Why add back depreciation?

It is a non-cash accounting charge that spreads past capital spending over time.

Methodology and verification

Result type
Exact mathematical calculation (rounded only for display)
Formula version
1.0
Automated verification
2 reference and validation test cases, checked against independently computed values. The site cannot be built if any of them fail.
Editorial review
Awaiting human editorial review. The explanation was drafted with AI assistance; the formula and examples are verified by the automated tests above.

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