West Coast Paper Mills (NSE:WSTCSTPAPR) EV-to-EBIT: 13.22 (As of Aug. 09, 2026) — 142% Above Median

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NSE:WSTCSTPAPR West Coast Paper Mills Ltd NSE:WSTCSTPAPR
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Price ₹599.10
GF Value ₹538.37
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is West Coast Paper Mills EV-to-EBIT?

West Coast Paper Mills NSE:WSTCSTPAPR +0.80% 90 EV-to-EBIT is 13.22 as of Aug. 09, 2026, which is 142% above its 10-year median of 5.46. GuruFocus rates NSE:WSTCSTPAPR with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹538.37 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 194 Forest Products companies, West Coast Paper Mills ranks better than 55.15% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, West Coast Paper Mills's Enterprise Value is ₹36,873 Mil. West Coast Paper Mills's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹2,790 Mil. Therefore, West Coast Paper Mills's EV-to-EBIT for today is 13.22.

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

NSE:WSTCSTPAPR' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.84   Med: 5.46   Max: 63.78
Current: 13.22

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of West Coast Paper Mills was 63.78. The lowest was 1.84. And the median was 5.46.

NSE:WSTCSTPAPR's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
55.15% of 194 companies
in the Forest Products industry
Industry Median: 14.44 vs NSE:WSTCSTPAPR: 13.22

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. West Coast Paper Mills's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹24,142 Mil. West Coast Paper Mills's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹2,790 Mil. West Coast Paper Mills's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 11.56%.


West Coast Paper Mills  (NSE:WSTCSTPAPR) 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) %.

West Coast Paper Mills'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 )
=2790.151/24142.2123
=11.56 %

West Coast Paper Mills's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹24,142 Mil.
West Coast Paper Mills'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 ₹2,790 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.


West Coast Paper Mills EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


West Coast Paper Mills EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for West Coast Paper Mills'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.

West Coast Paper Mills EV-to-EBIT Chart

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

For the Paper & Paper Products subindustry, West Coast Paper Mills'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.


West Coast Paper Mills EV-to-EBIT vs Forest Products Industry

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

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


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West Coast Paper Mills EV-to-EBIT Calculation

West Coast Paper Mills's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=36873.102/2790.151
=13.22

West Coast Paper Mills's current Enterprise Value is ₹36,873 Mil.
West Coast Paper Mills'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 ₹2,790 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 13.22 mean?
West Coast Paper Mills (NSE:WSTCSTPAPR) has a EV-to-EBIT of 13.22 as of Aug. 09, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on West Coast Paper Mills and its competitors. This is 142% above median its historical median of 5.46. Over the past decade, West Coast Paper Mills' EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 1.84 to 63.78. According to the industry distribution chart, West Coast Paper Mills ranks #87 out of 194 companies in the Forest Products industry, placing it in the top 44.8%.
Is West Coast Paper Mills' EV-to-EBIT too high?
West Coast Paper Mills' current EV-to-EBIT of 13.22 is 142% above median its 10-year median of 5.46. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.84 to a high of 63.78. The Forest Products industry median EV-to-EBIT is 14.44. West Coast Paper Mills' value of 13.22 is 8.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, West Coast Paper Mills ranks #87 out of 194 companies in the Forest Products industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, West Coast Paper Mills has a GF Score™ of 90/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does West Coast Paper Mills' EV-to-EBIT compare to competitors?
According to the Forest Products industry distribution chart, West Coast Paper Mills ranks #87 out of 194 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts West Coast Paper Mills in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 14.44. West Coast Paper Mills' value of 13.22 is 8.4% below this benchmark. Historically, West Coast Paper Mills' own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 1.84 to 63.78 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.46 vs. the industry median of 14.44, West Coast Paper Mills 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 Forest Products company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Forest Products companies is 14.44, 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. West Coast Paper Mills's current EV-to-EBIT of 13.22 is 8.4% 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 West Coast Paper Mills and its competitors. For the Forest Products industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 14.44 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. West Coast Paper Mills's current EV-to-EBIT is 13.22, which is 142% above median its own 10-year median of 5.46. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is West Coast Paper Mills stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, West Coast Paper Mills (NSE:WSTCSTPAPR) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹538.37, compared to a current price of ₹599.10 — trading 11.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 13.22, which is 142% above median its 10-year median of 5.46 and 8.4% below the Forest Products industry median of 14.44. West Coast Paper Mills' overall GF Score™ is 90/100 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 West Coast Paper Mills (NSE:WSTCSTPAPR), the current EV-to-EBIT is 13.22 as of Aug. 09, 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 West Coast Paper Mills (NSE:WSTCSTPAPR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, West Coast Paper Mills stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₹599.10 is trading 11.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₹538.37. GuruFocus considers West Coast Paper Mills to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for NSE:WSTCSTPAPR:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 13.22 (142% above median its 10-year median of 5.46)
  • GF Value™: ₹538.37 vs. price of ₹599.10 (11.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 90/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 8.4% below the Forest Products median (#87 of 194)

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


West Coast Paper Mills Business Description

Other Exchanges 500444:India
Address No. 31, Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Kolkata, WB, IND, 700 016
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd is engaged in the production of paper and related products. The company's operating segments include Paper, Cables, and Others. The company generates maximum revenue from the Paper segment. The company's product portfolio includes Printing and Writing Paper, MG Variety, Premium Printing Paper, Security and Hi-Value Grade Papers, Business Stationery, Cup Stock, and Coated Duplex Boards. Geographically, all the operations have functioned through the Indian market.
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