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CascadesCADNF 60 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.48 as of Jul. 20, 2026, which is 20% below its 10-year median of 6.83. GuruFocus rates CADNF with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of $157.23 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 346 Packaging & Containers companies, Cascades ranks better than 73.99% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Cascades's enterprise value is $2,253 Mil.
Cascades's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $411 Mil. Therefore, Cascades's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.48.
The historical rank and industry rank for Cascades's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
CADNF'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.85 Med: 6.83 Max: 14.92
Current: 5.65
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Cascades was 14.92. The lowest was 3.85. And the median was 6.83.
CADNF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 73.99% of 346
companies
in the Packaging & Containers industry
Industry Median: 8.79
vs CADNF: 5.65
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).
Cascades (OTCPK:CADNF) 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.
Cascades's share price for today is $8.41.
Cascades'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 $0.726.
* 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 Cascades'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 Packaging & Containers subindustry, Cascades'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.
Cascades EV-to-EBITDA vs Packaging & Containers Industry
For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Cascades's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Cascades's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Cascades's current Enterprise Value is $2,253 Mil.
Cascades'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 $411 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.
Cascades (CADNF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.48 as of Jul. 20, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Cascades. This is 20% below median its historical median of 6.83. Over the past decade, Cascades' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.85 to 14.92. According to the industry distribution chart, Cascades ranks #90 out of 346 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, placing it in the top 26%.
Is Cascades' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Cascades' current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.48 is 20% below median its 10-year median of 6.83. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.85 to a high of 14.92. The Packaging & Containers industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.79. Cascades' value of 5.48 is 37.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cascades ranks #90 out of 346 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Cascades has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cascades' EV-to-EBITDA compare to SW and PKG?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, Cascades ranks #90 out of 346 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Cascades in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.79. Cascades' value of 5.48 is 37.7% below this benchmark. Historically, Cascades' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.85 to 14.92 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.83 vs. the industry median of 8.79, Cascades 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-EBITDA for a Packaging & Containers company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Packaging & Containers companies is 8.79, based on 346 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. Cascades's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.48 is 37.7% 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-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 Cascades. For the Packaging & Containers industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.79 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cascades's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.48, which is 20% below median its own 10-year median of 6.83. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cascades stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cascades (CADNF) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $157.23, compared to a current price of $8.41 — trading 94.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.48, which is 20% below median its 10-year median of 6.83 and 37.7% below the Packaging & Containers industry median of 8.79. Cascades' overall GF Score™ is 60/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Cascades (CADNF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.48 as of Jul. 20, 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 Cascades (CADNF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cascades stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $8.41 is trading 94.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $157.23.
GuruFocus considers Cascades to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for CADNF:
EV-to-EBITDA: 5.48 (20% below median its 10-year median of 6.83)
GF Value™: $157.23 vs. price of $8.41 (94.7% below fair value)
Industry Position: 37.7% below the Packaging & Containers median (#90 of 346)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CADNF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Cascades Inc is a paper and packaging company that produces, converts, and sells packaging and tissue products composed predominantly of recycled fibres. Its customer base includes food processing companies, the maintenance industry, the accommodations and housing industry, micro-businesses, and boutiques. The products are marketed through brands such as Cascades Fresh, Cascades Protect, Cascades IMGN, Cascades PRO, and Cascades Fluff & Tuff, among others. The company is organized into two main business segments: Packaging Products and Tissue Papers. A majority of its revenue is generated from the Packaging Product segment. Geographically, the company generates the majority of its revenue from the operations located in Canada.
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