HKCIF (Hosken Consolidated Investments) EV-to-EBIT: 6.61 (As of Jul. 29, 2026) — 19% Below Median

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HKCIF Hosken Consolidated Investments Ltd HKCIF
76 GF Score
Price $0.32
GF Value $0.35
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What is Hosken Consolidated Investments EV-to-EBIT?

Hosken Consolidated Investments HKCIF 76 EV-to-EBIT is 6.61 as of Jul. 29, 2026, which is 19% below its 10-year median of 8.19. GuruFocus rates HKCIF with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of $0.35. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 455 Conglomerates companies, Hosken Consolidated Investments ranks better than 77.8% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Hosken Consolidated Investments's Enterprise Value is $2,227 Mil. Hosken Consolidated Investments's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $337 Mil. Therefore, Hosken Consolidated Investments's EV-to-EBIT for today is 6.61.

The historical rank and industry rank for Hosken Consolidated Investments's EV-to-EBIT or its related term are showing as below:

HKCIF' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -8.64   Med: 8.19   Max: 16.06
Current: 6.53

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Hosken Consolidated Investments was 16.06. The lowest was -8.64. And the median was 8.19.

HKCIF's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
77.8% of 455 companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 11.34 vs HKCIF: 6.53

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Hosken Consolidated Investments's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,501 Mil. Hosken Consolidated Investments's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $337 Mil. Hosken Consolidated Investments's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 22.46%.


Hosken Consolidated Investments  (OTCPK:HKCIF) EV-to-EBIT Explanation

This is a more accurate valuation of companies' operation because it considers the debt and cash on its balance sheet, and non-operating items such as interest payment, tax, and one-time items are not included in the Operating Income.

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %.

Hosken Consolidated Investments's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Mar. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=337.082/1500.5544954
=22.46 %

Hosken Consolidated Investments's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,501 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Hosken Consolidated Investments's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $337 Mil.

* 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.


Hosken Consolidated Investments EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Hosken Consolidated Investments EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hosken Consolidated Investments's EV-to-EBIT 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.

Hosken Consolidated Investments EV-to-EBIT Chart

Hosken Consolidated Investments Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT
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Hosken Consolidated Investments Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
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HKCIF vs MMM, HON: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, Hosken Consolidated Investments's EV-to-EBIT, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBIT 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.


Hosken Consolidated Investments EV-to-EBIT vs Conglomerates Industry

For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, Hosken Consolidated Investments's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hosken Consolidated Investments's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


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Hosken Consolidated Investments EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Hosken Consolidated Investments's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=2226.904/337.082
=6.61

Hosken Consolidated Investments's current Enterprise Value is $2,227 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Hosken Consolidated Investments's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $337 Mil.

* 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBIT →
What does a EV-to-EBIT of 6.61 mean?
Hosken Consolidated Investments (HKCIF) has a EV-to-EBIT of 6.61 as of Jul. 29, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Hosken Consolidated Investments and its competitors. This is 19% below median its historical median of 8.19. According to the industry distribution chart, Hosken Consolidated Investments ranks #101 out of 455 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 22.2%.
Is Hosken Consolidated Investments' EV-to-EBIT too high?
Hosken Consolidated Investments' current EV-to-EBIT of 6.61 is 19% below median its 10-year median of 8.19. The Conglomerates industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.34. Hosken Consolidated Investments' value of 6.61 is 41.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hosken Consolidated Investments ranks #101 out of 455 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Hosken Consolidated Investments has a GF Score™ of 76/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hosken Consolidated Investments' EV-to-EBIT compare to MMM and HON?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Hosken Consolidated Investments ranks #101 out of 455 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Hosken Consolidated Investments in the top 22% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.34. Hosken Consolidated Investments' value of 6.61 is 41.7% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 8.19 vs. the industry median of 11.34, Hosken Consolidated Investments has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBIT for a Conglomerates company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Conglomerates companies is 11.34, based on 455 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBIT significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBIT should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Hosken Consolidated Investments's current EV-to-EBIT of 6.61 is 41.7% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBIT mean?
A high EV-to-EBIT can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Hosken Consolidated Investments and its competitors. For the Conglomerates industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 11.34 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hosken Consolidated Investments's current EV-to-EBIT is 6.61, which is 19% below median its own 10-year median of 8.19. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hosken Consolidated Investments stock overvalued right now?
Hosken Consolidated Investments (HKCIF) has a current EV-to-EBIT of 6.61. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.35, compared to a current price of $0.32 — trading 8.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 6.61, which is 19% below median its 10-year median of 8.19 and 41.7% below the Conglomerates industry median of 11.34. Hosken Consolidated Investments' overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Hosken Consolidated Investments (HKCIF), the current EV-to-EBIT is 6.61 as of Jul. 29, 2026. 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 Hosken Consolidated Investments (HKCIF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hosken Consolidated Investments stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $0.32 is trading 8.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of $0.35.

Key valuation signals for HKCIF:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 6.61 (19% below median its 10-year median of 8.19)
  • GF Value™: $0.35 vs. price of $0.32 (8.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 41.7% below the Conglomerates median (#101 of 455)

No single metric tells the full story. See the HKCIF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hosken Consolidated Investments Business Description

Other Exchanges HCI:South Africa
Address 76 Regent Road, Suite 801, Sea Point, Cape Town, WC, ZAF, 8005
Hosken Consolidated Investments Ltd is an investment holdings company. The group is involved in a diverse group of investments including Media and broadcasting; Gaming; Transport; Properties; Coal mining; Branded products and manufacturing and other. It generates maximum revenue from the Branded products and manufacturing segment. Geographically, it operates in South Africa; Other African countries and Middle East; and Europe and United Kingdom.
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