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Libstar HoldingsJSE:LBR 77 EV-to-EBIT is 7.61 as of Jul. 22, 2026, which is 4% below its 10-year median of 7.95. GuruFocus rates JSE:LBR with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of R4.23 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,562 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Libstar Holdings ranks better than 74.33% on this metric.
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Libstar Holdings's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was R3,082 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Libstar Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R362 Mil.
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Libstar Holdings EV-to-EBIT Related Terms
Libstar Holdings EV-to-EBIT Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Libstar Holdings'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.
For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Libstar Holdings'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.
Libstar Holdings EV-to-EBIT vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Libstar Holdings's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Libstar Holdings's EV-to-EBIT falls into.
Libstar Holdings's current Enterprise Value is R2,759 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Libstar Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R362 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.
Libstar Holdings (JSE:LBR) has a EV-to-EBIT of 7.61 as of Jul. 22, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Libstar Holdings and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 7.95. Over the past decade, Libstar Holdings' EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 4.32 to 22.35. According to the industry distribution chart, Libstar Holdings ranks #401 out of 1562 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 25.7%.
Is Libstar Holdings' EV-to-EBIT too high?
Libstar Holdings' current EV-to-EBIT of 7.61 is near median its 10-year median of 7.95. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.32 to a high of 22.35. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.10. Libstar Holdings' value of 7.61 is 37.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Libstar Holdings ranks #401 out of 1562 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Libstar Holdings has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Libstar Holdings' EV-to-EBIT compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Libstar Holdings ranks #401 out of 1562 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Libstar Holdings in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.10. Libstar Holdings' value of 7.61 is 37.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Libstar Holdings' own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 4.32 to 22.35 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.95 vs. the industry median of 12.10, Libstar Holdings 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 12.10, based on 1,562 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. Libstar Holdings's current EV-to-EBIT of 7.61 is 37.1% 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 Libstar Holdings and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 12.10 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Libstar Holdings's current EV-to-EBIT is 7.61, which is near median its own 10-year median of 7.95. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Libstar Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Libstar Holdings (JSE:LBR) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is R4.23, compared to a current price of R4.25 — trading 0.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 7.61, which is near median its 10-year median of 7.95 and 37.1% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 12.10. Libstar Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 77/100 with 4 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 Libstar Holdings (JSE:LBR), the current EV-to-EBIT is 7.61 as of Jul. 22, 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 Libstar Holdings (JSE:LBR) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Libstar Holdings stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of R4.25 is trading 0.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of R4.23.
GuruFocus considers Libstar Holdings to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for JSE:LBR:
EV-to-EBIT: 7.61 (near median its 10-year median of 7.95)
GF Value™: R4.23 vs. price of R4.25 (0.5% above fair value)
Industry Position: 37.1% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#401 of 1562)
No single metric tells the full story. See the JSE:LBR stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Libstar Holdings Ltd is a manufacturer, distributor, and marketer of branded and private-label consumer packaged goods. Its portfolio comprises: Perishable Products, such as dairy, meat, fresh mushrooms, and convenience meals; Ambient Products that include dry and wet condiments, meal ingredients, baked goods, snacks, and spreads; and Household and Personal Care products. Products are sold in South Africa and globally across four channels (Retail and wholesale, Food service, Exports, and Industrial and contract manufacturing). The company's operating segment includes Perishable Products, Ambient Products, and Household and Personal Care Products. It generates maximum revenue from the Ambient Products. The company's manufacturing facilities are situated in South Africa.
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