Thal (KAR:THALL) EV-to-EBIT: 2.48 (As of Aug. 07, 2026) — 38% Below Median

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KAR:THALL Thal Ltd KAR:THALL
82 GF Score
Price ₨581.24
GF Value ₨527.43
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Thal EV-to-EBIT?

Thal KAR:THALL +0.77% 82 EV-to-EBIT is 2.48 as of Aug. 07, 2026, which is 38% below its 10-year median of 4.00. GuruFocus rates KAR:THALL with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨527.43 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,077 Vehicles & Parts companies, Thal ranks better than 94.52% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Thal's Enterprise Value is ₨36,424 Mil. Thal's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨14,709 Mil. Therefore, Thal's EV-to-EBIT for today is 2.48.

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

KAR:THALL' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.73   Med: 4   Max: 10.08
Current: 2.48

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Thal was 10.08. The lowest was 1.73. And the median was 4.00.

KAR:THALL's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
94.52% of 1077 companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 13.14 vs KAR:THALL: 2.48

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Thal's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨39,260 Mil. Thal's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨14,709 Mil. Thal's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 37.46%.


Thal  (KAR:THALL) 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) %.

Thal'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 )
=14708.543/39259.878
=37.46 %

Thal's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨39,260 Mil.
Thal's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was ₨14,709 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.


Thal EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Thal EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Thal'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.

Thal EV-to-EBIT Chart

Thal Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-EBIT
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Thal Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 1.88 2.21 3.61 2.64 2.67

KAR:THALL vs ORLY, AZO, GPC: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, Thal'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.


Thal EV-to-EBIT vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Thal's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


KAR:THALL
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Thal EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Thal's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=36423.775/14708.543
=2.48

Thal's current Enterprise Value is ₨36,424 Mil.
Thal's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was ₨14,709 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 2.48 mean?
Thal (KAR:THALL) has a EV-to-EBIT of 2.48 as of Aug. 07, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Thal and its competitors. This is 38% below median its historical median of 4.00. Over the past decade, Thal's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 1.73 to 10.08. According to the industry distribution chart, Thal ranks #59 out of 1077 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 5.5%.
Is Thal's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Thal's current EV-to-EBIT of 2.48 is 38% below median its 10-year median of 4.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.73 to a high of 10.08. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.14. Thal's value of 2.48 is 81.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Thal ranks #59 out of 1077 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Thal has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Thal's EV-to-EBIT compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Thal ranks #59 out of 1077 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Thal in the top 6% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.14. Thal's value of 2.48 is 81.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Thal's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 1.73 to 10.08 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.00 vs. the industry median of 13.14, Thal 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Vehicles & Parts companies is 13.14, based on 1,077 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. Thal's current EV-to-EBIT of 2.48 is 81.1% 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 Thal and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 13.14 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Thal's current EV-to-EBIT is 2.48, which is 38% below median its own 10-year median of 4.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Thal stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Thal (KAR:THALL) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₨527.43, compared to a current price of ₨581.24 — trading 10.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 2.48, which is 38% below median its 10-year median of 4.00 and 81.1% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 13.14. Thal's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 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 Thal (KAR:THALL), the current EV-to-EBIT is 2.48 as of Aug. 07, 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 Thal (KAR:THALL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Thal stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₨581.24 is trading 10.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₨527.43. GuruFocus considers Thal to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for KAR:THALL:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 2.48 (38% below median its 10-year median of 4.00)
  • GF Value™: ₨527.43 vs. price of ₨581.24 (10.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 81.1% below the Vehicles & Parts median (#59 of 1077)

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


Thal Business Description

Address Plot 3, Jinnah Cooperative Housing Society, 4th Floor, House of Habib, Block 7/8, Shahrah-e-Faisal, Karachi, PAK, 75350
Thal Ltd is a diversified industrial manufacturer operating in engineering, packaging, and laminate sheets. Its engineering segment produces automotive parts, including air-conditioners, radiators, wire harnesses, and engine components. The packaging segment offers jute goods, paper sacks, woven polypropylene packaging, and laminate sheets for various industries. The company's operations span multiple cities in Pakistan and include export activities to many countries. It also has interests in energy through coal mining and power generation ventures. The Company's operating businesses are categorized under two segments, namely the Engineering segment and the Building Material & Allied Products segment. The majority of revenue comes from the Engineering segment.
82GF Score

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