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KAL GroupJSE:KAL 93 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.94 as of Aug. 22, 2026, which is 7% below its 10-year median of 6.37. GuruFocus rates JSE:KAL with a GF Score™ of 93/100 and a GF Value™ of R43.66 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 951 Retail - Cyclical companies, KAL Group ranks better than 68.45% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, KAL Group's enterprise value is R5,829 Mil.
KAL Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R982 Mil. Therefore, KAL Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.94.
The historical rank and industry rank for KAL Group's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
JSE:KAL'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.24 Med: 6.37 Max: 14.15
Current: 5.94
During the past 12 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of KAL Group was 14.15. The lowest was 4.24. And the median was 6.37.
JSE:KAL's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 68.45% of 951
companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 8.57
vs JSE:KAL: 5.94
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.
KAL Group's share price for today is R50.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. KAL Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R6.899.
* 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 KAL Group'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.
JSE:KAL vs CASY, WSM, ULTA: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Specialty Retail subindustry, KAL Group'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.
KAL Group EV-to-EBITDA vs Retail - Cyclical Industry
For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, KAL Group's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where KAL Group's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
KAL Group's current Enterprise Value is R5,829 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. KAL Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R982 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.
KAL Group (JSE:KAL) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.94 as of Aug. 22, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on KAL Group. This is near median its historical median of 6.37. Over the past decade, KAL Group's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.24 to 14.15. According to the industry distribution chart, KAL Group ranks #300 out of 951 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 31.5%.
Is KAL Group's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
KAL Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.94 is near median its 10-year median of 6.37. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.24 to a high of 14.15. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.57. KAL Group's value of 5.94 is 30.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, KAL Group ranks #300 out of 951 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, KAL Group has a GF Score™ of 93/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does KAL Group's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CASY and WSM?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, KAL Group ranks #300 out of 951 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts KAL Group in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.57. KAL Group's value of 5.94 is 30.7% below this benchmark. Historically, KAL Group's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.24 to 14.15 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.37 vs. the industry median of 8.57, KAL Group 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Retail - Cyclical companies is 8.57, based on 951 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. KAL Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.94 is 30.7% 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 KAL Group. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.57 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. KAL Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.94, which is near median its own 10-year median of 6.37. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is KAL Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KAL Group (JSE:KAL) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R43.66, compared to a current price of R50.00 — trading 14.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.94, which is near median its 10-year median of 6.37 and 30.7% below the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 8.57. KAL Group's overall GF Score™ is 93/100 with 5 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 KAL Group (JSE:KAL), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.94 as of Aug. 22, 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 KAL Group (JSE:KAL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KAL Group stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of R50.00 is trading 14.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of R43.66.
GuruFocus considers KAL Group to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for JSE:KAL:
EV-to-EBITDA: 5.94 (near median its 10-year median of 6.37)
GF Value™: R43.66 vs. price of R50.00 (14.5% above fair value)
Industry Position: 30.7% below the Retail - Cyclical median (#300 of 951)
No single metric tells the full story. See the JSE:KAL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
KAL Group Ltd is a lifestyle retailer offering agricultural inputs, fuel (farm and retail), and general and convenience retail products to consumers across Southern Africa. Its segments include Agrimark, PEG, Agrimark Grain and Manufacturing. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from the PEG segment, which operates retail fuel outlets, including convenience stores and quick-service restaurant locations, serving a broad customer base. Geographically, it generates the maximum revenue from South Africa and the rest from Namibia.
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