JCTC (Jewett-Cameron Trading Co) EV-to-EBITDA: -1.44 (As of Aug. 05, 2026)

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JCTC Jewett-Cameron Trading Co Ltd JCTC
68 GF Score
Price $2.71
GF Value $3.29
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Jewett-Cameron Trading Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Jewett-Cameron Trading Co JCTC +0.74% 68 EV-to-EBITDA is -1.44 as of Aug. 05, 2026. GuruFocus rates JCTC with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of $3.29 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 218 Forest Products companies, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co ranks worse than 458715.14% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's enterprise value is $9.80 Mil. Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $-6.82 Mil. Therefore, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is -1.44.

The historical rank and industry rank for Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

JCTC' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -25.93   Med: 6.64   Max: 527.3
Current: -1.44

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Jewett-Cameron Trading Co was 527.30. The lowest was -25.93. And the median was 6.64.

JCTC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
100% of 218 companies
in the Forest Products industry
Industry Median: 8.92 vs JCTC: -1.44

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 (2026-08-05), Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's stock price is $2.71. Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $-2.340. Therefore, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.

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


Jewett-Cameron Trading Co  (NAS:JCTC) 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.

Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2.71/-2.340
=At Loss

Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's share price for today is $2.71.
Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-2.340.

* 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?


Jewett-Cameron Trading Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Jewett-Cameron Trading Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Jewett-Cameron Trading 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.

Jewett-Cameron Trading Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Jewett-Cameron Trading Co Annual Data
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EV-to-EBITDA
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Jewett-Cameron Trading Co Quarterly Data
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JCTC vs ITP, MERC, SSD: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Lumber & Wood Production subindustry, Jewett-Cameron Trading 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.


Jewett-Cameron Trading Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Forest Products Industry

For the Forest Products industry and Basic Materials sector, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Jewett-Cameron Trading Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=9.803/-6.819
=-1.44

Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's current Enterprise Value is $9.80 Mil.
Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-6.82 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 -1.44 mean?
Jewett-Cameron Trading Co (JCTC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of -1.44 as of Aug. 05, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Jewett-Cameron Trading Co. According to the industry distribution chart, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co ranks #999999 out of 218 companies in the Forest Products industry.
Is Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is -1.44. Based on the distribution chart, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co ranks #999999 out of 218 companies in the Forest Products industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to ITP and MERC?
According to the Forest Products industry distribution chart, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co ranks #999999 out of 218 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Jewett-Cameron Trading Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.92. 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 Forest Products company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Forest Products companies is 8.92, based on 218 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. 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 Jewett-Cameron Trading Co. For the Forest Products industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.92 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is -1.44. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Jewett-Cameron Trading Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co (JCTC) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $3.29, compared to a current price of $2.71 — trading 17.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is -1.44. Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 3 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 Jewett-Cameron Trading Co (JCTC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is -1.44 as of Aug. 05, 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 Jewett-Cameron Trading Co (JCTC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $2.71 is trading 17.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $3.29. GuruFocus considers Jewett-Cameron Trading Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for JCTC:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: -1.44
  • GF Value™: $3.29 vs. price of $2.71 (17.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 68/100 with 3 warning signs

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


Jewett-Cameron Trading Co Business Description

Address 32275 North West Hillcrest, North Plains, OR, USA, 97133
Jewett-Cameron Trading Co Ltd through its subsidiaries engages in the wholesale distribution of a variety of specialty wood products. Its operating segments include, The Industrial wood products segment is engaged in the processing and distribution of industrial wood products. The Pet Fencing and Other segment, which is the key revenue driver, operates as a wholesaler of wood products and a manufacturer and distributor of specialty metal products. The Seed processing and sales segment processes and distributes agricultural seed and Corporate and administrative. The company predominantly operates in the United States and also has a presence in Canada, Latin America, Europe and Asia Pacific, and other regions.
68GF Score

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