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Canaf InvestmentsCAFZF 58 EV-to-EBITDA is 2.20 as of Aug. 08, 2026, which is 42% above its 10-year median of 1.55. GuruFocus rates CAFZF with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of $0.17 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 528 Steel companies, Canaf Investments ranks better than 93.56% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Canaf Investments's enterprise value is $5.77 Mil.
Canaf Investments's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $2.62 Mil. Therefore, Canaf Investments's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 2.20.
The historical rank and industry rank for Canaf Investments's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
CAFZF'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.03 Med: 1.55 Max: 66.11
Current: 2.25
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Canaf Investments was 66.11. The lowest was 0.03. And the median was 1.55.
CAFZF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 93.56% of 528
companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 9.88
vs CAFZF: 2.25
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.
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.
Canaf Investments's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Canaf Investments's share price for today is $0.228.
Canaf Investments's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.034.
* 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 Canaf Investments'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 Coking Coal subindustry, Canaf Investments'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.
Canaf Investments EV-to-EBITDA vs Steel Industry
For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Canaf Investments's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Canaf Investments's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Canaf Investments's current Enterprise Value is $5.77 Mil.
Canaf Investments's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $2.62 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.
Canaf Investments (CAFZF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 2.20 as of Aug. 08, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Canaf Investments. This is 42% above median its historical median of 1.55. Over the past decade, Canaf Investments' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 0.03 to 66.11. According to the industry distribution chart, Canaf Investments ranks #34 out of 528 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 6.4%.
Is Canaf Investments' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Canaf Investments' current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.20 is 42% above median its 10-year median of 1.55. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.03 to a high of 66.11. The Steel industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.88. Canaf Investments' value of 2.20 is 77.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Canaf Investments ranks #34 out of 528 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Canaf Investments has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Canaf Investments' EV-to-EBITDA compare to HCC and AMR?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Canaf Investments ranks #34 out of 528 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Canaf Investments in the top 6% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.88. Canaf Investments' value of 2.20 is 77.7% below this benchmark. Historically, Canaf Investments' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 0.03 to 66.11 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.55 vs. the industry median of 9.88, Canaf Investments 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 Steel company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Steel companies is 9.88, based on 528 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. Canaf Investments's current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.20 is 77.7% 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 Canaf Investments. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.88 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Canaf Investments's current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.20, which is 42% above median its own 10-year median of 1.55. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Canaf Investments stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Canaf Investments (CAFZF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.17, compared to a current price of $0.23 — trading 34.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.20, which is 42% above median its 10-year median of 1.55 and 77.7% below the Steel industry median of 9.88. Canaf Investments' overall GF Score™ is 58/100 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 Canaf Investments (CAFZF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.20 as of Aug. 08, 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 Canaf Investments (CAFZF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Canaf Investments stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $0.23 is trading 34.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $0.17.
GuruFocus considers Canaf Investments to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CAFZF:
EV-to-EBITDA: 2.20 (42% above median its 10-year median of 1.55)
GF Value™: $0.17 vs. price of $0.23 (34.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 77.7% below the Steel median (#34 of 528)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CAFZF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Canaf Investments Inc is a Canadian company that owns and operates a coal processing plant in South Africa that processes coal and coal products into calcine, a coke substitute with high carbon content. The company, through its subsidiaries, produces calcined anthracite used in the manufacturing process of steel and manganese. The company operates in two reportable segments: head office operations in Canada and the coal processing business in South Africa, out of which the majority of revenue comes from South Africa.
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