Kuwait Foundry CoK (KUW:KFOUC) EV-to-EBIT: 299.92 (As of Aug. 26, 2026) — 787% Above Median

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KUW:KFOUC Kuwait Foundry Co SAK KUW:KFOUC
29 GF Score
Price KWD0.46
GF Value KWD0.79
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Kuwait Foundry CoK EV-to-EBIT?

Kuwait Foundry CoK KUW:KFOUC -0.65% 29 EV-to-EBIT is 299.92 as of Aug. 26, 2026, which is 787% above its 10-year median of 33.82. GuruFocus rates KUW:KFOUC with a GF Score™ of 29/100 and a GF Value™ of KWD0.79 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,395 Industrial Products companies, Kuwait Foundry CoK ranks worse than 97.16% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Kuwait Foundry CoK's Enterprise Value is KWD29.09 Mil. Kuwait Foundry CoK's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was KWD0.10 Mil. Therefore, Kuwait Foundry CoK's EV-to-EBIT for today is 299.92.

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

KUW:KFOUC' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -37203.16   Med: 33.82   Max: 2691.98
Current: 299.91

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Kuwait Foundry CoK was 2691.98. The lowest was -37203.16. And the median was 33.82.

KUW:KFOUC's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
97.16% of 2395 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 19.04 vs KUW:KFOUC: 299.91

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Kuwait Foundry CoK's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was KWD28.77 Mil. Kuwait Foundry CoK's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was KWD0.10 Mil. Kuwait Foundry CoK's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 0.34%.


Kuwait Foundry CoK  (KUW:KFOUC) 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) %.

Kuwait Foundry CoK's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Jun. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=0.097/28.767
=0.34 %

Kuwait Foundry CoK's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was KWD28.77 Mil.
Kuwait Foundry CoK'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 KWD0.10 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.


Kuwait Foundry CoK EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Kuwait Foundry CoK EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kuwait Foundry CoK'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.

Kuwait Foundry CoK EV-to-EBIT Chart

Kuwait Foundry CoK Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 1,092.30 348.23 -25,743.00 -932.38 739.11

Kuwait Foundry CoK Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 1,251.90 1,798.04 739.11 699.96 296.57

KUW:KFOUC vs CRS, ATI, MLI: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Metal Fabrication subindustry, Kuwait Foundry CoK'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.


Kuwait Foundry CoK EV-to-EBIT vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Kuwait Foundry CoK's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Kuwait Foundry CoK EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Kuwait Foundry CoK's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=29.092/0.097
=299.92

Kuwait Foundry CoK's current Enterprise Value is KWD29.09 Mil.
Kuwait Foundry CoK'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 KWD0.10 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 299.92 mean?
Kuwait Foundry CoK (KUW:KFOUC) has a EV-to-EBIT of 299.92 as of Aug. 26, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Kuwait Foundry CoK and its competitors. This is 787% above median its historical median of 33.82. According to the industry distribution chart, Kuwait Foundry CoK ranks #2327 out of 2395 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 97.2%.
Is Kuwait Foundry CoK's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Kuwait Foundry CoK's current EV-to-EBIT of 299.92 is 787% above median its 10-year median of 33.82. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-EBIT is 19.04. Kuwait Foundry CoK's value of 299.92 is 1475.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kuwait Foundry CoK ranks #2327 out of 2395 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Kuwait Foundry CoK has a GF Score™ of 29/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kuwait Foundry CoK's EV-to-EBIT compare to CRS and ATI?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Kuwait Foundry CoK ranks #2327 out of 2395 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Kuwait Foundry CoK in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 19.04. Kuwait Foundry CoK's value of 299.92 is 1475.2% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 33.82 vs. the industry median of 19.04, Kuwait Foundry CoK has consistently been above 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Industrial Products companies is 19.04, based on 2,395 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. Kuwait Foundry CoK's current EV-to-EBIT of 299.92 is 1475.2% above 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 Kuwait Foundry CoK and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 19.04 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kuwait Foundry CoK's current EV-to-EBIT is 299.92, which is 787% above median its own 10-year median of 33.82. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kuwait Foundry CoK stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kuwait Foundry CoK (KUW:KFOUC) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is KWD0.79, compared to a current price of KWD0.46 — trading 41.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 299.92, which is 787% above median its 10-year median of 33.82 and 1475.2% above the Industrial Products industry median of 19.04. Kuwait Foundry CoK's overall GF Score™ is 29/100 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 Kuwait Foundry CoK (KUW:KFOUC), the current EV-to-EBIT is 299.92 as of Aug. 26, 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 Kuwait Foundry CoK (KUW:KFOUC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kuwait Foundry CoK stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of KWD0.46 is trading 41.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of KWD0.79. GuruFocus considers Kuwait Foundry CoK to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for KUW:KFOUC:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 299.92 (787% above median its 10-year median of 33.82)
  • GF Value™: KWD0.79 vs. price of KWD0.46 (41.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 29/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 1475.2% above the Industrial Products median (#2327 of 2395)

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


Kuwait Foundry CoK Business Description

Address AL Rai Industrial Area, Street No. 10, Block 1, Plot No. 1880, Safat, Kuwait, KWT, 13014
Kuwait Foundry Co SAK is a Kuwait based company involved in the manufacturing of cast raw iron and other materials. Its business activities include the production of sanitary tools, sewage systems, casting joints for asbestos pipes, water valves, and electric fuse boxes among other products.
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