Cherat Cement Co (KAR:CHCC) EV-to-EBITDA: 3.51 (As of Aug. 25, 2026) — 40% Below Median

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KAR:CHCC Cherat Cement Co Ltd KAR:CHCC
91 GF Score
Price ₨307.02
GF Value ₨252.63
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is Cherat Cement Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Cherat Cement Co KAR:CHCC +0.86% 91 EV-to-EBITDA is 3.51 as of Aug. 25, 2026, which is 40% below its 10-year median of 5.83. GuruFocus rates KAR:CHCC with a GF Score™ of 91/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨252.63 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 351 Building Materials companies, Cherat Cement Co ranks better than 90.31% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Cherat Cement Co's enterprise value is ₨49,436 Mil. Cherat Cement Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨14,091 Mil. Therefore, Cherat Cement Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 3.51.

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

KAR:CHCC' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.47   Med: 5.83   Max: 30.59
Current: 3.51

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Cherat Cement Co was 30.59. The lowest was 2.47. And the median was 5.83.

KAR:CHCC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
90.31% of 351 companies
in the Building Materials industry
Industry Median: 8.91 vs KAR:CHCC: 3.51

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 (2026-08-25), Cherat Cement Co's stock price is ₨307.02. Cherat Cement Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨37.910. Therefore, Cherat Cement Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 8.10.

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


Cherat Cement Co  (KAR:CHCC) 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.

Cherat Cement Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=307.02/37.910
=8.10

Cherat Cement Co's share price for today is ₨307.02.
Cherat Cement 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 ₨37.910.

* 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?


Cherat Cement Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Cherat Cement Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Cherat Cement 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.

Cherat Cement Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Cherat Cement Co Annual Data
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EV-to-EBITDA
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Cherat Cement Co Quarterly Data
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KAR:CHCC vs CRH, VMC, MLM: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Building Materials subindustry, Cherat Cement 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.


Cherat Cement Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Building Materials Industry

For the Building Materials industry and Basic Materials sector, Cherat Cement Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Cherat Cement Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


KAR:CHCC
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Cherat Cement Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Cherat Cement Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=49435.580/14091.117
=3.51

Cherat Cement Co's current Enterprise Value is ₨49,436 Mil.
Cherat Cement 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 ₨14,091 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 3.51 mean?
Cherat Cement Co (KAR:CHCC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 3.51 as of Aug. 25, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Cherat Cement Co. This is 40% below median its historical median of 5.83. Over the past decade, Cherat Cement Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.47 to 30.59. According to the industry distribution chart, Cherat Cement Co ranks #34 out of 351 companies in the Building Materials industry, placing it in the top 9.7%.
Is Cherat Cement Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Cherat Cement Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.51 is 40% below median its 10-year median of 5.83. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.47 to a high of 30.59. The Building Materials industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.91. Cherat Cement Co's value of 3.51 is 60.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cherat Cement Co ranks #34 out of 351 companies in the Building Materials industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Cherat Cement Co has a GF Score™ of 91/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cherat Cement Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CRH and VMC?
According to the Building Materials industry distribution chart, Cherat Cement Co ranks #34 out of 351 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Cherat Cement Co in the top 10% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.91. Cherat Cement Co's value of 3.51 is 60.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Cherat Cement Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.47 to 30.59 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.83 vs. the industry median of 8.91, Cherat Cement 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 a Building Materials company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Building Materials companies is 8.91, based on 351 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. Cherat Cement Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.51 is 60.6% 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 Cherat Cement Co. For the Building Materials industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.91 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cherat Cement Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.51, which is 40% below median its own 10-year median of 5.83. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cherat Cement Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cherat Cement Co (KAR:CHCC) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₨252.63, compared to a current price of ₨307.02 — trading 21.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.51, which is 40% below median its 10-year median of 5.83 and 60.6% below the Building Materials industry median of 8.91. Cherat Cement Co's overall GF Score™ is 91/100 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 Cherat Cement Co (KAR:CHCC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.51 as of Aug. 25, 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 Cherat Cement Co (KAR:CHCC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cherat Cement Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₨307.02 is trading 21.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₨252.63. GuruFocus considers Cherat Cement Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for KAR:CHCC:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 3.51 (40% below median its 10-year median of 5.83)
  • GF Value™: ₨252.63 vs. price of ₨307.02 (21.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 91/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 60.6% below the Building Materials median (#34 of 351)

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


Cherat Cement Co Business Description

Address Beaumont Road, Modern Motors House, Karachi, SD, PAK, 75530
Cherat Cement Co Ltd is a Ghulam Faruque Group (GFG) Company. Its main business activity is the manufacturing, marketing, and sale of cement. The main product is ordinary Portland Cement, branded as Cherat, with the introduction of composite Cement named Cherat Khyber. The manufacturing plant is located in Village Lakrai, District Nowshera, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. The product is actively exported to the Afghanistan market.
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