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Central Retail PCLBKK:CRC +2.63%78 EV-to-EBITDA is 8.80 as of Aug. 27, 2026, which is 23% below its 10-year median of 11.37. GuruFocus rates BKK:CRC with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of ฿28.13 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 953 Retail - Cyclical companies, Central Retail PCL ranks worse than 50.37% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Central Retail PCL's enterprise value is ฿282,523 Mil.
Central Retail PCL's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was ฿32,089 Mil. Therefore, Central Retail PCL's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 8.80.
The historical rank and industry rank for Central Retail PCL's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
BKK:CRC'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.46 Med: 11.37 Max: 19.68
Current: 8.81
During the past 10 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Central Retail PCL was 19.68. The lowest was 6.46. And the median was 11.37.
BKK:CRC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 50.37% of 953
companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 8.67
vs BKK:CRC: 8.81
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.
Central Retail PCL (BKK:CRC) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Central Retail PCL's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Central Retail PCL's share price for today is ฿29.25.
Central Retail PCL's Earnings per Share (Diluted) 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 ฿1.456.
* 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.
Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).
The historical data trend for Central Retail PCL's EV-to-EBITDA 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.
For the Department Stores subindustry, Central Retail PCL's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA 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.
Central Retail PCL EV-to-EBITDA vs Retail - Cyclical Industry
For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Central Retail PCL's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Central Retail PCL's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Central Retail PCL's current Enterprise Value is ฿282,523 Mil.
Central Retail PCL's EBITDA 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 ฿32,089 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.
Central Retail PCL (BKK:CRC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 8.80 as of Aug. 27, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Central Retail PCL. This is 23% below median its historical median of 11.37. Over the past decade, Central Retail PCL's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.46 to 19.68. According to the industry distribution chart, Central Retail PCL ranks #480 out of 953 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 50.4%.
Is Central Retail PCL's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Central Retail PCL's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.80 is 23% below median its 10-year median of 11.37. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.46 to a high of 19.68. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.67. Central Retail PCL's value of 8.80 is 1.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Central Retail PCL ranks #480 out of 953 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Central Retail PCL has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Central Retail PCL's EV-to-EBITDA compare to DDS and M?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Central Retail PCL ranks #480 out of 953 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Central Retail PCL in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.67. Central Retail PCL's value of 8.80 is 1.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Central Retail PCL's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.46 to 19.68 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.37 vs. the industry median of 8.67, Central Retail PCL 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-EBITDA for a Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Retail - Cyclical companies is 8.67, based on 953 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Central Retail PCL's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.80 is 1.5% 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-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Central Retail PCL. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.67 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Central Retail PCL's current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.80, which is 23% below median its own 10-year median of 11.37. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Central Retail PCL stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Central Retail PCL (BKK:CRC) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is ฿28.13, compared to a current price of ฿29.25 — trading 4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.80, which is 23% below median its 10-year median of 11.37 and 1.5% above the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 8.67. Central Retail PCL's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 9 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Central Retail PCL (BKK:CRC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.80 as of Aug. 27, 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 Central Retail PCL (BKK:CRC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Central Retail PCL stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ฿29.25 is trading 4% above its estimated GF Value™ of ฿28.13.
GuruFocus considers Central Retail PCL to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for BKK:CRC:
EV-to-EBITDA: 8.80 (23% below median its 10-year median of 11.37)
GF Value™: ฿28.13 vs. price of ฿29.25 (4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 1.5% above the Retail - Cyclical median (#480 of 953)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BKK:CRC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Central Retail Corp PCL is a multi-format and multi-category retailing platform in Thailand. It is a pioneer in omnichannel retailing in Thailand, complementing its retail store network and merchandise offerings with positions among store-based retailers in online traffic. The company operates under a diverse slate of retail banners divided into three segments: Hardline, Food Products, and Fashion. The majority is generated from Food Products. Geographically, the majority of revenue is from Thailand, and also has its presence in Italy, Vietnam, and Others.
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