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BSP:PCAR3'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.95 Med: 5.4 Max: 31.19
Current: 31.19
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao was 31.19. The lowest was 1.95. And the median was 5.40.
BSP:PCAR3's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 89.55% of 947
companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 8.82
vs BSP:PCAR3: 31.19
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.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao (BSP:PCAR3) 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.
Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's share price for today is R$2.79.
Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was R$-2.655.
* 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).
* 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.
Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao EV-to-EBITDA Chart
For the Department Stores subindustry, Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao'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.
Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao EV-to-EBITDA vs Retail - Cyclical Industry
For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's current Enterprise Value is R$8,794 Mil.
Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's EBITDA 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 R$282 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.
Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao (BSP:PCAR3) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 31.19 as of Jul. 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 Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao. This is 478% above median its historical median of 5.40. Over the past decade, Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.95 to 31.19. According to the industry distribution chart, Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao ranks #848 out of 947 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 89.5%.
Is Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's current EV-to-EBITDA of 31.19 is 478% above median its 10-year median of 5.40. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.95 to a high of 31.19. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.82. Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's value of 31.19 is 253.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao ranks #848 out of 947 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao has a GF Score™ of 53/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's EV-to-EBITDA compare to DDS and M?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao ranks #848 out of 947 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.82. Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's value of 31.19 is 253.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.95 to 31.19 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.40 vs. the industry median of 8.82, Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao 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 8.82, based on 947 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. Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's current EV-to-EBITDA of 31.19 is 253.6% 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 Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.82 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's current EV-to-EBITDA is 31.19, which is 478% above median its own 10-year median of 5.40. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao (BSP:PCAR3) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$2.72, compared to a current price of R$2.79 — trading 2.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 31.19, which is 478% above median its 10-year median of 5.40 and 253.6% above the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 8.82. Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's overall GF Score™ is 53/100 with 6 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 Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao (BSP:PCAR3), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 31.19 as of Jul. 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 Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao (BSP:PCAR3) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of R$2.79 is trading 2.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of R$2.72.
GuruFocus considers Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for BSP:PCAR3:
EV-to-EBITDA: 31.19 (478% above median its 10-year median of 5.40)
GF Value™: R$2.72 vs. price of R$2.79 (2.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 253.6% above the Retail - Cyclical median (#848 of 947)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:PCAR3 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao Business Description
Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao is engaged in the retail of food and other products through its chain of supermarkets and specialized stores. The Company has only two segments, referred to as Retail, which comprises the banners Pao de Acucar, Mercado Extra, Minimercado Extra, and Minuto Pao de Acucar. Other businesses comprise the operations of Stix.
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