JCTC (Jewett-Cameron Trading Co) EV-to-EBIT: -1.41 (As of Aug. 05, 2026)

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JCTC Jewett-Cameron Trading Co Ltd JCTC
68 GF Score
Price $2.77
GF Value $3.29
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Jewett-Cameron Trading Co EV-to-EBIT?

Jewett-Cameron Trading Co JCTC +2.97% 68 EV-to-EBIT is -1.41 as of Aug. 05, 2026. GuruFocus rates JCTC with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of $3.29 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 192 Forest Products companies, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co ranks worse than 520832.81% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's Enterprise Value is $10.01 Mil. Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $-7.10 Mil. Therefore, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is -1.41.

The historical rank and industry rank for Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EV-to-EBIT or its related term are showing as below:

JCTC' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -140.95   Med: 6.81   Max: 142.34
Current: -1.41

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Jewett-Cameron Trading Co was 142.34. The lowest was -140.95. And the median was 6.81.

JCTC's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
100% of 192 companies
in the Forest Products industry
Industry Median: 14.765 vs JCTC: -1.41

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in May. 2026 was $7.96 Mil. Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $-7.10 Mil. Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in May. 2026 was -89.24%.


Jewett-Cameron Trading Co  (NAS:JCTC) 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) %.

Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in May. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: May. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: May. 2026 )
=-7.099/7.9552
=-89.24 %

Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in May. 2026 was $7.96 Mil.
Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-7.10 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.


Jewett-Cameron Trading Co EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Jewett-Cameron Trading Co EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Jewett-Cameron Trading Co'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.

Jewett-Cameron Trading Co EV-to-EBIT Chart

Jewett-Cameron Trading Co Annual Data
Trend Aug16 Aug17 Aug18 Aug19 Aug20 Aug21 Aug22 Aug23 Aug24 Aug25
EV-to-EBIT
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Jewett-Cameron Trading Co Quarterly Data
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JCTC vs ITP, MERC, SSD: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Lumber & Wood Production subindustry, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co'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.


Jewett-Cameron Trading Co EV-to-EBIT vs Forest Products Industry

For the Forest Products industry and Basic Materials sector, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


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Jewett-Cameron Trading Co EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=10.014/-7.099
=-1.41

Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's current Enterprise Value is $10.01 Mil.
Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-7.10 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 -1.41 mean?
Jewett-Cameron Trading Co (JCTC) has a EV-to-EBIT of -1.41 as of Aug. 05, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Jewett-Cameron Trading Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co ranks #999999 out of 192 companies in the Forest Products industry.
Is Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's current EV-to-EBIT is -1.41. Based on the distribution chart, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co ranks #999999 out of 192 companies in the Forest Products industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EV-to-EBIT compare to ITP and MERC?
According to the Forest Products industry distribution chart, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co ranks #999999 out of 192 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Jewett-Cameron Trading Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 14.77. 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 Forest Products company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Forest Products companies is 14.77, based on 192 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. 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 Jewett-Cameron Trading Co and its competitors. For the Forest Products industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 14.77 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's current EV-to-EBIT is -1.41. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Jewett-Cameron Trading Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co (JCTC) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $3.29, compared to a current price of $2.77 — trading 15.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is -1.41. Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 3 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 Jewett-Cameron Trading Co (JCTC), the current EV-to-EBIT is -1.41 as of Aug. 05, 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 Jewett-Cameron Trading Co (JCTC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $2.77 is trading 15.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $3.29. GuruFocus considers Jewett-Cameron Trading Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for JCTC:

  • EV-to-EBIT: -1.41
  • GF Value™: $3.29 vs. price of $2.77 (15.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 68/100 with 3 warning signs

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


Jewett-Cameron Trading Co Business Description

Address 32275 North West Hillcrest, North Plains, OR, USA, 97133
Jewett-Cameron Trading Co Ltd through its subsidiaries engages in the wholesale distribution of a variety of specialty wood products. Its operating segments include, The Industrial wood products segment is engaged in the processing and distribution of industrial wood products. The Pet Fencing and Other segment, which is the key revenue driver, operates as a wholesaler of wood products and a manufacturer and distributor of specialty metal products. The Seed processing and sales segment processes and distributes agricultural seed and Corporate and administrative. The company predominantly operates in the United States and also has a presence in Canada, Latin America, Europe and Asia Pacific, and other regions.
68GF Score

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