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Viskase HoldingsVISK 40 Earnings per Share (Diluted) is $-9.98 as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates VISK with a GF Score™ of 40/100 and a GF Value™ of $13.59 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 306 Packaging & Containers companies, Viskase Holdings ranks worse than 89.87% on this metric.
Viskase Holdings's EPS (Basic) for the
six
months ended in Dec. 2025 was $-3.73.
Its EPS (Basic) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $-9.98.
During the past 3 years, the average EPS without NRIGrowth Rate was -36.70% per year.
During the past 13 years, Viskase Holdings's highest 3-Year average EPS without NRI Growth Rate was 66.40% per year. The lowest was -77.80% per year. And the median was -12.35% per year.
Viskase Holdings (OTCPK:VISK) Earnings per Share (Diluted) Explanation
Earnings Per Share (EPS) is the single most important variable used by Wall Street in determining the earnings power of a company. But investors need to be aware that Earnings per Share can be easily manipulated by adjusting depreciation and amortization rate or non-recurring items. That's why GuruFocus lists EPS without NRI, which better reflects the company's underlying performance.
Be Aware
Compared with Earnings per share, a company's cash flow is better indicator of the company's earnings power.
If a company's earnings per share is less than cash flow per share over long term, investors need to be cautious and find out why.
Viskase Holdings Earnings per Share (Diluted) Related Terms
Viskase Holdings Earnings per Share (Diluted) Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Viskase Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Viskase Holdings Earnings per Share (Diluted) Chart
VISK vs MGIH, GFLT, YHGJ: Earnings per Share (Diluted) Comparison
For the Packaging & Containers subindustry, Viskase Holdings's PE Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and PE Ratio data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Viskase Holdings PE Ratio vs Packaging & Containers Industry
For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Viskase Holdings's PE Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Viskase Holdings's PE Ratio falls into.
Viskase Holdings Earnings per Share (Diluted) Calculation
Earnings Per Share (EPS) is the amount of earnings per outstanding share of the company's stock. In calculating earnings per share, the dividends of preferred stocks need to subtracted from the total net income first.
Viskase Holdings's Earnings Per Share (Diluted) for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as
Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the semi-annually data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-9.98
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Companies also reported diluted shares in their financial reports. Diluted shares include the shares of convertibles or warrants outstanding.
What does a Earnings per Share (Diluted) of $-9.98 mean?
Viskase Holdings (VISK) has a Earnings per Share (Diluted) of $-9.98 as of Dec. 2025. Diluted EPS equals net earnings divided by average shares outstanding, including dilutive securities. View historical data on Viskase Holdings and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Viskase Holdings ranks #275 out of 306 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, placing it in the top 89.9%.
Is Viskase Holdings' Earnings per Share (Diluted) too high?
Viskase Holdings' current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is $-9.98. Based on the distribution chart, Viskase Holdings ranks #275 out of 306 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Viskase Holdings has a GF Score™ of 40/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Viskase Holdings' Earnings per Share (Diluted) compare to MGIH and GFLT?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, Viskase Holdings ranks #275 out of 306 companies for Earnings per Share (Diluted). This places Viskase Holdings in the lower half of its industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Earnings per Share (Diluted) for a Packaging & Containers company?
A good Earnings per Share (Diluted) depends on the Packaging & Containers industry context. However, Earnings per Share (Diluted) should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Earnings per Share (Diluted) mean?
A high Earnings per Share (Diluted) can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Diluted EPS equals net earnings divided by average shares outstanding, including dilutive securities. View historical data on Viskase Holdings and its competitors. Viskase Holdings's current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is $-9.98. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Viskase Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Viskase Holdings (VISK) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.59, compared to a current price of $4.40 — trading 67.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is $-9.98. Viskase Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 40/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Earnings per Share (Diluted) calculated?
Earnings per Share (Diluted) is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Viskase Holdings (VISK), the current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is $-9.98 as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Viskase Holdings (VISK) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Viskase Holdings stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $4.40 is trading 67.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $13.59.
GuruFocus considers Viskase Holdings to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for VISK:
Earnings per Share (Diluted): $-9.98
GF Value™: $13.59 vs. price of $4.40 (67.6% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the VISK stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Viskase Holdings Inc operates as the parent of Viskase Companies, LLC. It produces non-edible cellulosic, fibrous, and plastic casings used in the preparation and packaging of processed meat and poultry products. It also provides product-related support services to its customers, including consumer goods companies.
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