CITAF (Cosco Shipping Development Co) EV-to-EBITDA: 20.92 (As of Jul. 17, 2026) — Near Median

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CITAF Cosco Shipping Development Co Ltd CITAF
38 GF Score
Price $0.12
GF Value $0.17
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Cosco Shipping Development Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Cosco Shipping Development Co CITAF 38 EV-to-EBITDA is 20.92 as of Jul. 17, 2026, which is 3% below its 10-year median of 21.67. GuruFocus rates CITAF with a GF Score™ of 38/100 and a GF Value™ of $0.17 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 265 Aerospace & Defense companies, Cosco Shipping Development Co ranks better than 52.45% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Cosco Shipping Development Co's enterprise value is $15,969 Mil. Cosco Shipping Development Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $763 Mil. Therefore, Cosco Shipping Development Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 20.92.

The historical rank and industry rank for Cosco Shipping Development Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

CITAF' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.58   Med: 21.67   Max: 153.58
Current: 20.92

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Cosco Shipping Development Co was 153.58. The lowest was 10.58. And the median was 21.67.

CITAF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
52.45% of 265 companies
in the Aerospace & Defense industry
Industry Median: 21.44 vs CITAF: 20.92

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.

As of today (2026-07-17), Cosco Shipping Development Co's stock price is $0.1154. Cosco Shipping Development Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.016. Therefore, Cosco Shipping Development Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 7.21.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


Cosco Shipping Development Co  (OTCPK:CITAF) 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.

Cosco Shipping Development Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.1154/0.016
=7.21

Cosco Shipping Development Co's share price for today is $0.1154.
Cosco Shipping Development Co'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 $0.016.

* 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).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Cosco Shipping Development Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Cosco Shipping Development Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Cosco Shipping Development Co'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.

Cosco Shipping Development Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Cosco Shipping Development Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Cosco Shipping Development Co Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA 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 19.42 19.47 20.10 13.37 21.94

CITAF vs SPCX, GE, RTX: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Aerospace & Defense subindustry, Cosco Shipping Development Co'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.


Cosco Shipping Development Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Aerospace & Defense Industry

For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, Cosco Shipping Development Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Cosco Shipping Development Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Cosco Shipping Development Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Cosco Shipping Development Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=15968.925/763.217
=20.92

Cosco Shipping Development Co's current Enterprise Value is $15,969 Mil.
Cosco Shipping Development Co'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 $763 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-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 20.92 mean?
Cosco Shipping Development Co (CITAF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 20.92 as of Jul. 17, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Cosco Shipping Development Co. This is near median its historical median of 21.67. Over the past decade, Cosco Shipping Development Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 10.58 to 153.58. According to the industry distribution chart, Cosco Shipping Development Co ranks #126 out of 265 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 47.5%.
Is Cosco Shipping Development Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Cosco Shipping Development Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 20.92 is near median its 10-year median of 21.67. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.58 to a high of 153.58. The Aerospace & Defense industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 21.44. Cosco Shipping Development Co's value of 20.92 is 2.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cosco Shipping Development Co ranks #126 out of 265 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Cosco Shipping Development Co has a GF Score™ of 38/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cosco Shipping Development Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to SPCX and GE?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, Cosco Shipping Development Co ranks #126 out of 265 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Cosco Shipping Development Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 21.44. Cosco Shipping Development Co's value of 20.92 is 2.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Cosco Shipping Development Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 10.58 to 153.58 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 21.67 vs. the industry median of 21.44, Cosco Shipping Development Co 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 an Aerospace & Defense company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Aerospace & Defense companies is 21.44, based on 265 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. Cosco Shipping Development Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 20.92 is 2.4% 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 Cosco Shipping Development Co. For the Aerospace & Defense industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 21.44 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cosco Shipping Development Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 20.92, which is near median its own 10-year median of 21.67. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cosco Shipping Development Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cosco Shipping Development Co (CITAF) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.17, compared to a current price of $0.12 — trading 32.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 20.92, which is near median its 10-year median of 21.67 and 2.4% below the Aerospace & Defense industry median of 21.44. Cosco Shipping Development Co's overall GF Score™ is 38/100 with 8 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 Cosco Shipping Development Co (CITAF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 20.92 as of Jul. 17, 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 Cosco Shipping Development Co (CITAF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cosco Shipping Development Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $0.12 is trading 32.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $0.17. GuruFocus considers Cosco Shipping Development Co to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for CITAF:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 20.92 (near median its 10-year median of 21.67)
  • GF Value™: $0.17 vs. price of $0.12 (32.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 38/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 2.4% below the Aerospace & Defense median (#126 of 265)

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


Cosco Shipping Development Co Business Description

Address Lane 1318 Shangcheng Road, No. 1 Building, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, CHN, 200127
Cosco Shipping Development Co Ltd is a China-based company operating and managing container shipping. Its services include container transportation, vessel chartering, cargo canvassing and booking, customs clearance, depot services, container construction, sales, purchase, and vessel management. The operating business segments are the Shipping leasing and container leasing business segment, which derives maximum revenue, renders vessel chartering, container leasing, and finance lease services; the Container manufacturing segment, which manufactures and sells containers; the Investment management business segment, which focuses on equity or debt investment and insurance brokerage services. geographically , the company derives maximum revenue from Chinese Mainland.
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