Zambeef Products (LUS:ZMBF) EV-to-EBIT: 4.06 (As of Jul. 31, 2026) — 49% Below Median

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LUS:ZMBF Zambeef Products PLC LUS:ZMBF
92 GF Score
Price ZMW1.97
GF Value ZMW1.59
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Zambeef Products EV-to-EBIT?

Zambeef Products LUS:ZMBF 92 EV-to-EBIT is 4.06 as of Jul. 31, 2026, which is 49% below its 10-year median of 7.93. GuruFocus rates LUS:ZMBF with a GF Score™ of 92/100 and a GF Value™ of ZMW1.59 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,559 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Zambeef Products ranks better than 91.34% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Zambeef Products's Enterprise Value is ZMW2,961 Mil. Zambeef Products's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ZMW730 Mil. Therefore, Zambeef Products's EV-to-EBIT for today is 4.06.

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

LUS:ZMBF' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.87   Med: 7.93   Max: 49.84
Current: 4.05

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Zambeef Products was 49.84. The lowest was 3.87. And the median was 7.93.

LUS:ZMBF's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
91.34% of 1559 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 11.96 vs LUS:ZMBF: 4.05

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Zambeef Products's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was ZMW2,856 Mil. Zambeef Products's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ZMW730 Mil. Zambeef Products's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 25.57%.


Zambeef Products  (LUS:ZMBF) 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) %.

Zambeef Products'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 )
=730.236/2855.7596
=25.57 %

Zambeef Products's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was ZMW2,856 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Zambeef Products's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ZMW730 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.


Zambeef Products EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Zambeef Products EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Zambeef Products'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.

Zambeef Products EV-to-EBIT Chart

Zambeef Products Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 4.56 8.25 5.56 5.56 3.78

Zambeef Products Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 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 0.00 5.56 0.00 3.78 0.00

LUS:ZMBF vs KHC, GIS: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Zambeef Products'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.


Zambeef Products EV-to-EBIT vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Zambeef Products's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Zambeef Products EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=2961.321/730.236
=4.06

Zambeef Products's current Enterprise Value is ZMW2,961 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Zambeef Products's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ZMW730 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 4.06 mean?
Zambeef Products (LUS:ZMBF) has a EV-to-EBIT of 4.06 as of Jul. 31, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Zambeef Products and its competitors. This is 49% below median its historical median of 7.93. Over the past decade, Zambeef Products' EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 3.87 to 49.84. According to the industry distribution chart, Zambeef Products ranks #135 out of 1559 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 8.7%.
Is Zambeef Products' EV-to-EBIT too high?
Zambeef Products' current EV-to-EBIT of 4.06 is 49% below median its 10-year median of 7.93. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.87 to a high of 49.84. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.96. Zambeef Products' value of 4.06 is 66.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Zambeef Products ranks #135 out of 1559 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Zambeef Products has a GF Score™ of 92/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Zambeef Products' EV-to-EBIT compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Zambeef Products ranks #135 out of 1559 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Zambeef Products in the top 9% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.96. Zambeef Products' value of 4.06 is 66.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Zambeef Products' own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 3.87 to 49.84 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.93 vs. the industry median of 11.96, Zambeef Products 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 11.96, based on 1,559 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. Zambeef Products's current EV-to-EBIT of 4.06 is 66.1% 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 Zambeef Products and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 11.96 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Zambeef Products's current EV-to-EBIT is 4.06, which is 49% below median its own 10-year median of 7.93. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Zambeef Products stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zambeef Products (LUS:ZMBF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ZMW1.59, compared to a current price of ZMW1.97 — trading 23.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 4.06, which is 49% below median its 10-year median of 7.93 and 66.1% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 11.96. Zambeef Products' overall GF Score™ is 92/100 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 Zambeef Products (LUS:ZMBF), the current EV-to-EBIT is 4.06 as of Jul. 31, 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 Zambeef Products (LUS:ZMBF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zambeef Products stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ZMW1.97 is trading 23.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of ZMW1.59. GuruFocus considers Zambeef Products to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for LUS:ZMBF:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 4.06 (49% below median its 10-year median of 7.93)
  • GF Value™: ZMW1.59 vs. price of ZMW1.97 (23.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 92/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 66.1% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#135 of 1559)

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


Zambeef Products Business Description

Other Exchanges ZAM:UK
Address Manda Road, Plot 4970, Industrial Area, Lusaka, ZMB
Zambeef Products PLC is a food retailer engaged in the production, processing, distribution, and retailing of beef, chicken, pork, milk, dairy products, eggs, stock feed, and flour. The company has row cropping operations of maize, soya beans, and wheat crops under irrigation. The company's reportable segment includes Retailing and cold chain food products and Cropping and milling. The majority of the revenue for the company is generated from its cropping and milling segment which is involved in selling of sells wheat, soya, and maize grain, and flour mill and bread.
92GF Score

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