Cipher Pharmaceuticals (TSX:CPH) EV-to-EBIT: 13.21 (As of Aug. 13, 2026) — 117% Above Median

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TSX:CPH Cipher Pharmaceuticals Inc TSX:CPH
96 GF Score
Price C$14.11
GF Value C$17.22
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Cipher Pharmaceuticals EV-to-EBIT?

Cipher Pharmaceuticals TSX:CPH -21.39% 96 EV-to-EBIT is 13.21 as of Aug. 13, 2026, which is 117% above its 10-year median of 6.10. GuruFocus rates TSX:CPH with a GF Score™ of 96/100 and a GF Value™ of C$17.22 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 681 Drug Manufacturers companies, Cipher Pharmaceuticals ranks better than 58% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Cipher Pharmaceuticals's Enterprise Value is C$349.94 Mil. Cipher Pharmaceuticals's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was C$26.49 Mil. Therefore, Cipher Pharmaceuticals's EV-to-EBIT for today is 13.21.

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

TSX:CPH' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.22   Med: 6.1   Max: 41.05
Current: 13.12

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Cipher Pharmaceuticals was 41.05. The lowest was 1.22. And the median was 6.10.

TSX:CPH's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
58% of 681 companies
in the Drug Manufacturers industry
Industry Median: 15.76 vs TSX:CPH: 13.12

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Cipher Pharmaceuticals's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was C$420.93 Mil. Cipher Pharmaceuticals's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was C$26.49 Mil. Cipher Pharmaceuticals's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 6.29%.


Cipher Pharmaceuticals  (TSX:CPH) 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) %.

Cipher Pharmaceuticals'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 )
=26.491/420.93229
=6.29 %

Cipher Pharmaceuticals's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was C$420.93 Mil.
Cipher Pharmaceuticals'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 C$26.49 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.


Cipher Pharmaceuticals EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Cipher Pharmaceuticals EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Cipher Pharmaceuticals'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.

Cipher Pharmaceuticals EV-to-EBIT Chart

Cipher Pharmaceuticals Annual Data
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EV-to-EBIT
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Cipher Pharmaceuticals Quarterly Data
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TSX:CPH vs ZTS: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Drug Manufacturers - Specialty & Generic subindustry, Cipher Pharmaceuticals'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.


Cipher Pharmaceuticals EV-to-EBIT vs Drug Manufacturers Industry

For the Drug Manufacturers industry and Healthcare sector, Cipher Pharmaceuticals's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Cipher Pharmaceuticals EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Cipher Pharmaceuticals's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=349.944/26.491
=13.21

Cipher Pharmaceuticals's current Enterprise Value is C$349.94 Mil.
Cipher Pharmaceuticals'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 C$26.49 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 13.21 mean?
Cipher Pharmaceuticals (TSX:CPH) has a EV-to-EBIT of 13.21 as of Aug. 13, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Cipher Pharmaceuticals and its competitors. This is 117% above median its historical median of 6.10. Over the past decade, Cipher Pharmaceuticals' EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 1.22 to 41.05. According to the industry distribution chart, Cipher Pharmaceuticals ranks #286 out of 681 companies in the Drug Manufacturers industry, placing it in the top 42%.
Is Cipher Pharmaceuticals' EV-to-EBIT too high?
Cipher Pharmaceuticals' current EV-to-EBIT of 13.21 is 117% above median its 10-year median of 6.10. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.22 to a high of 41.05. The Drug Manufacturers industry median EV-to-EBIT is 15.76. Cipher Pharmaceuticals' value of 13.21 is 16.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cipher Pharmaceuticals ranks #286 out of 681 companies in the Drug Manufacturers industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Cipher Pharmaceuticals has a GF Score™ of 96/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cipher Pharmaceuticals' EV-to-EBIT compare to ZTS?
According to the Drug Manufacturers industry distribution chart, Cipher Pharmaceuticals ranks #286 out of 681 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Cipher Pharmaceuticals in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 15.76. Cipher Pharmaceuticals' value of 13.21 is 16.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Cipher Pharmaceuticals' own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 1.22 to 41.05 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.10 vs. the industry median of 15.76, Cipher Pharmaceuticals 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 Drug Manufacturers company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Drug Manufacturers companies is 15.76, based on 681 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. Cipher Pharmaceuticals's current EV-to-EBIT of 13.21 is 16.2% 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 Cipher Pharmaceuticals and its competitors. For the Drug Manufacturers industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 15.76 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cipher Pharmaceuticals's current EV-to-EBIT is 13.21, which is 117% above median its own 10-year median of 6.10. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cipher Pharmaceuticals stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cipher Pharmaceuticals (TSX:CPH) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$17.22, compared to a current price of C$14.11 — trading 18.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 13.21, which is 117% above median its 10-year median of 6.10 and 16.2% below the Drug Manufacturers industry median of 15.76. Cipher Pharmaceuticals' overall GF Score™ is 96/100 with 5 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 Cipher Pharmaceuticals (TSX:CPH), the current EV-to-EBIT is 13.21 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 Cipher Pharmaceuticals (TSX:CPH) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cipher Pharmaceuticals stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of C$14.11 is trading 18.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of C$17.22. GuruFocus considers Cipher Pharmaceuticals to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TSX:CPH:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 13.21 (117% above median its 10-year median of 6.10)
  • GF Value™: C$17.22 vs. price of C$14.11 (18.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 96/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 16.2% below the Drug Manufacturers median (#286 of 681)

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


Cipher Pharmaceuticals Business Description

Other Exchanges CPHRF:USAPHE:Germany
Address 5750 Explorer Drive, Suite 404, Mississauga, ON, CAN, L4W 0A9
Cipher Pharmaceuticals Inc is a specialty pharmaceutical company with a diversified portfolio of commercial and early to late-stage products. The Company is building its business through product acquisitions, out-licensing, and in-licensing arrangements. Its products include Dermatology Products, Hospital Acute Care Products, specialty medicines, and Out-Licensed Products, among others. The company's geographical operational areas include Canada and the United States.
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