JK Paper (NSE:JKPAPER) EV-to-EBIT: 15.86 (As of Sep. 21, 2026) — 165% Above Median

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NSE:JKPAPER JK Paper Ltd NSE:JKPAPER
83 GF Score
Price ₹430.60
GF Value ₹414.32
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is JK Paper EV-to-EBIT?

JK Paper NSE:JKPAPER +3.00% 83 EV-to-EBIT is 15.86 as of Sep. 21, 2026, which is 165% above its 10-year median of 5.99. GuruFocus rates NSE:JKPAPER with a GF Score™ of 83/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹414.32 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 194 Forest Products companies, JK Paper ranks worse than 56.19% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, JK Paper's Enterprise Value is ₹100,750 Mil. JK Paper's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was ₹6,354 Mil. Therefore, JK Paper's EV-to-EBIT for today is 15.86.

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

NSE:JKPAPER' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.53   Med: 5.99   Max: 18.83
Current: 15.86

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of JK Paper was 18.83. The lowest was 1.53. And the median was 5.99.

NSE:JKPAPER's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
56.19% of 194 companies
in the Forest Products industry
Industry Median: 14.395 vs NSE:JKPAPER: 15.86

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. JK Paper's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was ₹ Mil. JK Paper's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was ₹6,354 Mil. JK Paper's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was %.


JK Paper  (NSE:JKPAPER) 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) %.

JK Paper'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 )
=6353.5/
= %

JK Paper's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was ₹ Mil.
JK Paper'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 ₹6,354 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.


JK Paper EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


JK Paper EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for JK Paper'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.

JK Paper EV-to-EBIT Chart

JK Paper Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT
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JK Paper Quarterly Data
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JK Paper EV-to-EBIT Competitor Comparison

For the Paper & Paper Products subindustry, JK Paper'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.


JK Paper EV-to-EBIT vs Forest Products Industry

For the Forest Products industry and Basic Materials sector, JK Paper's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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JK Paper EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=100750.363/6353.5
=15.86

JK Paper's current Enterprise Value is ₹100,750 Mil.
JK Paper'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 ₹6,354 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 15.86 mean?
JK Paper (NSE:JKPAPER) has a EV-to-EBIT of 15.86 as of Sep. 21, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on JK Paper and its competitors. This is 165% above median its historical median of 5.99. Over the past decade, JK Paper's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 1.53 to 18.83. According to the industry distribution chart, JK Paper ranks #109 out of 194 companies in the Forest Products industry, placing it in the top 56.2%.
Is JK Paper's EV-to-EBIT too high?
JK Paper's current EV-to-EBIT of 15.86 is 165% above median its 10-year median of 5.99. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.53 to a high of 18.83. The Forest Products industry median EV-to-EBIT is 14.40. JK Paper's value of 15.86 is 10.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, JK Paper ranks #109 out of 194 companies in the Forest Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, JK Paper has a GF Score™ of 83/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does JK Paper's EV-to-EBIT compare to competitors?
According to the Forest Products industry distribution chart, JK Paper ranks #109 out of 194 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places JK Paper in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 14.40. JK Paper's value of 15.86 is 10.2% above this benchmark. Historically, JK Paper's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 1.53 to 18.83 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.99 vs. the industry median of 14.40, JK Paper 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 a Forest Products company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Forest Products companies is 14.40, based on 194 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. JK Paper's current EV-to-EBIT of 15.86 is 10.2% 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 JK Paper and its competitors. For the Forest Products industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 14.40 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. JK Paper's current EV-to-EBIT is 15.86, which is 165% above median its own 10-year median of 5.99. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is JK Paper stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, JK Paper (NSE:JKPAPER) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹414.32, compared to a current price of ₹430.60 — trading 3.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 15.86, which is 165% above median its 10-year median of 5.99 and 10.2% above the Forest Products industry median of 14.40. JK Paper's overall GF Score™ is 83/100 with 6 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 JK Paper (NSE:JKPAPER), the current EV-to-EBIT is 15.86 as of Sep. 21, 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 JK Paper (NSE:JKPAPER) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, JK Paper stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₹430.60 is trading 3.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₹414.32. GuruFocus considers JK Paper to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for NSE:JKPAPER:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 15.86 (165% above median its 10-year median of 5.99)
  • GF Value™: ₹414.32 vs. price of ₹430.60 (3.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 83/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 10.2% above the Forest Products median (#109 of 194)

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


JK Paper Business Description

Other Exchanges 532162:India
Address 4 Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Nehru House, 3rd Floor, New Delhi, IND, 110 002
JK Paper Ltd is a paper manufacturing company. Its products are paper and paper board. The company offers various categories of paper products including official documentation; uncoated writing and printing paper; coated paper and board; and packaging board, carton board, and container board to service the varied needs of the packaging industry. It markets the products through the distribution network of distributors, depots, regional marketing offices, and other dealers. The product brands of the company include JK Endura, JK Copier, JK Easy Copier, and Others. The majority of the company's revenue comes from India.
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