VISK (Viskase Holdings) EV-to-EBIT: -4.20 (As of Jul. 24, 2026)

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VISK Viskase Holdings Inc VISK
40 GF Score
Price $4.40
GF Value $13.59
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Viskase Holdings EV-to-EBIT?

Viskase Holdings VISK 40 EV-to-EBIT is -4.20 as of Jul. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates VISK with a GF Score™ of 40/100 and a GF Value™ of $13.59 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 326 Packaging & Containers companies, Viskase Holdings ranks worse than 306748.16% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Viskase Holdings's Enterprise Value is $184.2 Mil. Viskase Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $-43.9 Mil. Therefore, Viskase Holdings's EV-to-EBIT for today is -4.20.

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

VISK' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -138.78   Med: -50.69   Max: 34.94
Current: -4.2

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Viskase Holdings was 34.94. The lowest was -138.78. And the median was -50.69.

VISK's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
100% of 326 companies
in the Packaging & Containers industry
Industry Median: 13.13 vs VISK: -4.20

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Viskase Holdings's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was $291.6 Mil. Viskase Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $-43.9 Mil. Viskase Holdings's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was -15.05%.


Viskase Holdings  (OTCPK:VISK) 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) %.

Viskase Holdings's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Dec. 2025 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Dec. 2025 )
=-43.887/291.553190572
=-15.05 %

Viskase Holdings's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was $291.6 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Viskase Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $-43.9 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.


Viskase Holdings EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Viskase Holdings EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Viskase Holdings'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.

Viskase Holdings EV-to-EBIT Chart

Viskase Holdings Annual Data
Trend Dec12 Dec13 Dec14 Dec15 Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Viskase Holdings Semi-Annual Data
Dec10 Jun11 Dec11 Dec12 Jun13 Dec13 Jun14 Dec14 Jun15 Dec15 Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
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 -138.98 0.00 33.68 0.00 -6.64

VISK vs MGIH, GFLT, YHGJ: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Packaging & Containers subindustry, Viskase Holdings'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.


Viskase Holdings EV-to-EBIT vs Packaging & Containers Industry

For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Viskase Holdings's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Viskase Holdings EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Viskase Holdings's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=184.196/-43.887
=-4.20

Viskase Holdings's current Enterprise Value is $184.2 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Viskase Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $-43.9 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 -4.20 mean?
Viskase Holdings (VISK) has a EV-to-EBIT of -4.20 as of Jul. 24, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Viskase Holdings and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Viskase Holdings ranks #999999 out of 326 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry.
Is Viskase Holdings' EV-to-EBIT too high?
Viskase Holdings' current EV-to-EBIT is -4.20. Based on the distribution chart, Viskase Holdings ranks #999999 out of 326 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Viskase Holdings has a GF Score™ of 40/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Viskase Holdings' EV-to-EBIT compare to MGIH and GFLT?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, Viskase Holdings ranks #999999 out of 326 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Viskase Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.13. 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 Packaging & Containers company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Packaging & Containers companies is 13.13, based on 326 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. 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 Viskase Holdings and its competitors. For the Packaging & Containers industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 13.13 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Viskase Holdings's current EV-to-EBIT is -4.20. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Viskase Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Viskase Holdings (VISK) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.59, compared to a current price of $4.40 — trading 67.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is -4.20. Viskase Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 40/100 with 4 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 Viskase Holdings (VISK), the current EV-to-EBIT is -4.20 as of Jul. 24, 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 Viskase Holdings (VISK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Viskase Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $4.40 is trading 67.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $13.59. GuruFocus considers Viskase Holdings to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for VISK:

  • EV-to-EBIT: -4.20
  • GF Value™: $13.59 vs. price of $4.40 (67.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 40/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Viskase Holdings Business Description

Address 333 East Butterfield Road, Suite 400, Lombard, IL, USA, 60148-5679
Viskase Holdings Inc operates as the parent of Viskase Companies, LLC. It produces non-edible cellulosic, fibrous, and plastic casings used in the preparation and packaging of processed meat and poultry products. It also provides product-related support services to its customers, including consumer goods companies.
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