Imperial Metals (TSX:III) EV-to-EBIT: 6.34 (As of Aug. 09, 2026)

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TSX:III Imperial Metals Corp TSX:III
66 GF Score
Price C$8.55
GF Value C$4.72
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Imperial Metals EV-to-EBIT?

Imperial Metals TSX:III +6.34% 66 EV-to-EBIT is 6.34 as of Aug. 09, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSX:III with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of C$4.72 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 671 Metals & Mining companies, Imperial Metals ranks better than 76.3% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Imperial Metals's Enterprise Value is C$1,643.2 Mil. Imperial Metals's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was C$259.2 Mil. Therefore, Imperial Metals's EV-to-EBIT for today is 6.34.

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

TSX:III' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -92   Med: -6.05   Max: 745.47
Current: 6.34

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Imperial Metals was 745.47. The lowest was -92.00. And the median was -6.05.

TSX:III's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
76.3% of 671 companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: 12.66 vs TSX:III: 6.34

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Imperial Metals's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was C$1,504.2 Mil. Imperial Metals's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was C$259.2 Mil. Imperial Metals's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 17.23%.


Imperial Metals  (TSX:III) 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) %.

Imperial Metals'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 )
=259.206/1504.24567
=17.23 %

Imperial Metals's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was C$1,504.2 Mil.
Imperial Metals'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 C$259.2 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.


Imperial Metals EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Imperial Metals EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Imperial Metals'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.

Imperial Metals EV-to-EBIT Chart

Imperial Metals Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Imperial Metals Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 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 3.03 3.63 4.10 6.63 5.80

TSX:III vs SCCO, FCX: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Copper subindustry, Imperial Metals'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.


Imperial Metals EV-to-EBIT vs Metals & Mining Industry

For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Imperial Metals's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Imperial Metals EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Imperial Metals's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=1643.220/259.206
=6.34

Imperial Metals's current Enterprise Value is C$1,643.2 Mil.
Imperial Metals'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 C$259.2 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 6.34 mean?
Imperial Metals (TSX:III) has a EV-to-EBIT of 6.34 as of Aug. 09, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Imperial Metals and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Imperial Metals ranks #159 out of 671 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 23.7%.
Is Imperial Metals' EV-to-EBIT too high?
Imperial Metals' current EV-to-EBIT is 6.34. The Metals & Mining industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.66. Imperial Metals' value of 6.34 is 49.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Imperial Metals ranks #159 out of 671 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Imperial Metals has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Imperial Metals' EV-to-EBIT compare to SCCO and FCX?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Imperial Metals ranks #159 out of 671 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Imperial Metals in the top 24% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.66. Imperial Metals' value of 6.34 is 49.9% below this benchmark. 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 Metals & Mining company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Metals & Mining companies is 12.66, based on 671 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. Imperial Metals's current EV-to-EBIT of 6.34 is 49.9% 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 Imperial Metals and its competitors. For the Metals & Mining industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 12.66 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Imperial Metals's current EV-to-EBIT is 6.34. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Imperial Metals stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Imperial Metals (TSX:III) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$4.72, compared to a current price of C$8.55 — trading 81.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 6.34 and 49.9% below the Metals & Mining industry median of 12.66. Imperial Metals' overall GF Score™ is 66/100 with 2 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 Imperial Metals (TSX:III), the current EV-to-EBIT is 6.34 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 Imperial Metals (TSX:III) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Imperial Metals stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of C$8.55 is trading 81.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of C$4.72. GuruFocus considers Imperial Metals to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSX:III:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 6.34
  • GF Value™: C$4.72 vs. price of C$8.55 (81.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 66/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 49.9% below the Metals & Mining median (#159 of 671)

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


Imperial Metals Business Description

Other Exchanges IPMLF:USAL7D:Germany
Address 580 Hornby Street, Suite 900, Vancouver, BC, CAN, V6C 3B6
Imperial Metals Corp is a mining company mainly engaged in the exploration, development, and production of base and precious metals from Canadian mineral properties. The Company has four reportable segments, Red Chris, including related exploration and development activities, Mount Polley, including related exploration and development activities, Huckleberry, including related exploration and development activities, and Corporate, including Sterling and all other properties and related exploration and development activities. The maximum of the company's revenue is generated from the Mount Polley segment. Geographically, it derives maximum revenue from its customers in Switzerland, followed by China, USA, Singapore, etc.
66GF Score

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