Engro Polymer & Chemicals (KAR:EPCL) EV-to-EBITDA: 10.25 (As of Aug. 04, 2026) — 110% Above Median

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KAR:EPCL Engro Polymer & Chemicals Ltd KAR:EPCL
56 GF Score
Price ₨34.70
GF Value ₨46.18
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 10 Warning Signs
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What is Engro Polymer & Chemicals EV-to-EBITDA?

Engro Polymer & Chemicals KAR:EPCL -0.40% 56 EV-to-EBITDA is 10.25 as of Aug. 04, 2026, which is 110% above its 10-year median of 4.89. GuruFocus rates KAR:EPCL with a GF Score™ of 56/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨46.18 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,321 Chemicals companies, Engro Polymer & Chemicals ranks better than 60.03% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Engro Polymer & Chemicals's enterprise value is ₨69,146 Mil. Engro Polymer & Chemicals's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨6,745 Mil. Therefore, Engro Polymer & Chemicals's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 10.25.

The historical rank and industry rank for Engro Polymer & Chemicals's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

KAR:EPCL' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.14   Med: 4.89   Max: 15.95
Current: 10.26

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Engro Polymer & Chemicals was 15.95. The lowest was 2.14. And the median was 4.89.

KAR:EPCL's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
60.03% of 1321 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 13.31 vs KAR:EPCL: 10.26

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 (2026-08-04), Engro Polymer & Chemicals's stock price is ₨34.70. Engro Polymer & Chemicals's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨-2.971. Therefore, Engro Polymer & Chemicals'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).


Engro Polymer & Chemicals  (KAR:EPCL) 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.

Engro Polymer & Chemicals's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=34.70/-2.971
=At Loss

Engro Polymer & Chemicals's share price for today is ₨34.70.
Engro Polymer & Chemicals'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 ₨-2.971.

* 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?


Engro Polymer & Chemicals EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Engro Polymer & Chemicals EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Engro Polymer & Chemicals'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.

Engro Polymer & Chemicals EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Engro Polymer & Chemicals Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Engro Polymer & Chemicals 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 12.90 15.63 12.85 12.11 9.78

KAR:EPCL vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Engro Polymer & Chemicals'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.


Engro Polymer & Chemicals EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Engro Polymer & Chemicals's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Engro Polymer & Chemicals's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


KAR:EPCL
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Engro Polymer & Chemicals EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Engro Polymer & Chemicals's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=69145.942/6745.483
=10.25

Engro Polymer & Chemicals's current Enterprise Value is ₨69,146 Mil.
Engro Polymer & Chemicals'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 ₨6,745 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 10.25 mean?
Engro Polymer & Chemicals (KAR:EPCL) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 10.25 as of Aug. 04, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Engro Polymer & Chemicals. This is 110% above median its historical median of 4.89. Over the past decade, Engro Polymer & Chemicals' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.14 to 15.95. According to the industry distribution chart, Engro Polymer & Chemicals ranks #528 out of 1321 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 40%.
Is Engro Polymer & Chemicals' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Engro Polymer & Chemicals' current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.25 is 110% above median its 10-year median of 4.89. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.14 to a high of 15.95. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.31. Engro Polymer & Chemicals' value of 10.25 is 23% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Engro Polymer & Chemicals ranks #528 out of 1321 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Engro Polymer & Chemicals has a GF Score™ of 56/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Engro Polymer & Chemicals' EV-to-EBITDA compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Engro Polymer & Chemicals ranks #528 out of 1321 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Engro Polymer & Chemicals in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.31. Engro Polymer & Chemicals' value of 10.25 is 23% below this benchmark. Historically, Engro Polymer & Chemicals' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.14 to 15.95 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.89 vs. the industry median of 13.31, Engro Polymer & Chemicals 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Chemicals companies is 13.31, based on 1,321 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. Engro Polymer & Chemicals's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.25 is 23% 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 Engro Polymer & Chemicals. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.31 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Engro Polymer & Chemicals's current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.25, which is 110% above median its own 10-year median of 4.89. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Engro Polymer & Chemicals stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Engro Polymer & Chemicals (KAR:EPCL) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₨46.18, compared to a current price of ₨34.70 — trading 24.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.25, which is 110% above median its 10-year median of 4.89 and 23% below the Chemicals industry median of 13.31. Engro Polymer & Chemicals' overall GF Score™ is 56/100 with 10 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 Engro Polymer & Chemicals (KAR:EPCL), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.25 as of Aug. 04, 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 Engro Polymer & Chemicals (KAR:EPCL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Engro Polymer & Chemicals stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₨34.70 is trading 24.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₨46.18. GuruFocus considers Engro Polymer & Chemicals to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for KAR:EPCL:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 10.25 (110% above median its 10-year median of 4.89)
  • GF Value™: ₨46.18 vs. price of ₨34.70 (24.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 56/100 with 10 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 23% below the Chemicals median (#528 of 1321)

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


Engro Polymer & Chemicals Business Description

Other Exchanges EPCLPS.PFD:Pakistan
Address Marine Drive, 8th Floor, The Harbour Front Building, HC No 3, Marine Drive, Block 4, Clifton, Karachi, SD, PAK, 75600
Engro Polymer & Chemicals Ltd is mainly engaged in the production and distribution of chlor-vinyl products, including Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), caustic soda, hydrogen peroxide, and other industrial chemicals such as hydrochloric acid and sodium hypochlorite. The Company operates through multiple segments, with the Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) segment generating the highest revenue by supplying products to industries such as pipes, footwear, and packaging across Pakistan and exporting mainly to Asia. Its Caustic Soda and Allied Chemicals segment serves textile and soap industries, while the Hydrogen Peroxide segment mainly caters to the textile sector, and the Power Supplies segment supplies surplus power generated from its power plants.
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