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Karat PackagingKRT +0.08%80 EV-to-EBIT is 13.49 as of Aug. 13, 2026, which is 8% above its 10-year median of 12.54. GuruFocus rates KRT with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of $31.36 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 332 Packaging & Containers companies, Karat Packaging ranks better than 50.6% on this metric.
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.
Karat Packaging's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was $646.1 Mil.
Karat Packaging's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $69.8 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.
Karat Packaging EV-to-EBIT Related Terms
Karat Packaging EV-to-EBIT Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Karat Packaging'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 Packaging & Containers subindustry, Karat Packaging'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.
Karat Packaging EV-to-EBIT vs Packaging & Containers Industry
For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Karat Packaging's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Karat Packaging's EV-to-EBIT falls into.
Karat Packaging's current Enterprise Value is $942.2 Mil.
Karat Packaging's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $69.8 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.
Karat Packaging (KRT) has a EV-to-EBIT of 13.49 as of Aug. 13, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Karat Packaging and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 12.54. Over the past decade, Karat Packaging's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.20 to 27.93. According to the industry distribution chart, Karat Packaging ranks #164 out of 332 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, placing it in the top 49.4%.
Is Karat Packaging's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Karat Packaging's current EV-to-EBIT of 13.49 is near median its 10-year median of 12.54. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.20 to a high of 27.93. The Packaging & Containers industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.57. Karat Packaging's value of 13.49 is 0.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Karat Packaging ranks #164 out of 332 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Karat Packaging has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Karat Packaging's EV-to-EBIT compare to PACK and MYE?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, Karat Packaging ranks #164 out of 332 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Karat Packaging in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.57. Karat Packaging's value of 13.49 is 0.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Karat Packaging's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.20 to 27.93 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.54 vs. the industry median of 13.57, Karat Packaging 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 Packaging & Containers company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Packaging & Containers companies is 13.57, based on 332 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. Karat Packaging's current EV-to-EBIT of 13.49 is 0.6% 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 Karat Packaging and its competitors. For the Packaging & Containers industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 13.57 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Karat Packaging's current EV-to-EBIT is 13.49, which is near median its own 10-year median of 12.54. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Karat Packaging stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Karat Packaging (KRT) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $31.36, compared to a current price of $48.30 — trading 54% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 13.49, which is near median its 10-year median of 12.54 and 0.6% below the Packaging & Containers industry median of 13.57. Karat Packaging's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 8 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 Karat Packaging (KRT), the current EV-to-EBIT is 13.49 as of Aug. 13, 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 Karat Packaging (KRT) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Karat Packaging stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $48.30 is trading 54% above its estimated GF Value™ of $31.36.
GuruFocus considers Karat Packaging to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for KRT:
EV-to-EBIT: 13.49 (near median its 10-year median of 12.54)
GF Value™: $31.36 vs. price of $48.30 (54% above fair value)
Industry Position: 0.6% below the Packaging & Containers median (#164 of 332)
No single metric tells the full story. See the KRT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Karat Packaging Inc is a distributor and manufacturer of disposable foodservice products and related items, including containers, bags, tableware, cups, lids, cutlery, straws, specialty beverage ingredients, gloves, and janitorial supplies, available in plastic, paper, biopolymer-based, and other compostable forms. The Company focuses on environmentally friendly products and provides customized solutions including product development, design, printing, and logistics services. It serves customers through chains and distributors, retail, and e-commerce/online, and operates in the manufacturing and distribution of single-use food and beverage products, as well as specialty food and beverage products and restaurant and warehouse supplies.
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