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Hi-Tech LubricantsKAR:HTL -0.85%78 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.45 as of Jul. 24, 2026, which is 36% below its 10-year median of 6.94. GuruFocus rates KAR:HTL with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨70.84 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 759 Oil & Gas companies, Hi-Tech Lubricants ranks better than 76.94% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Hi-Tech Lubricants's enterprise value is ₨8,423 Mil.
Hi-Tech Lubricants's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨1,892 Mil. Therefore, Hi-Tech Lubricants's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.45.
The historical rank and industry rank for Hi-Tech Lubricants's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
KAR:HTL'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.97 Med: 6.94 Max: 15.08
Current: 4.45
During the past 11 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Hi-Tech Lubricants was 15.08. The lowest was 3.97. And the median was 6.94.
KAR:HTL's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 76.94% of 759
companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 7.68
vs KAR:HTL: 4.45
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.
Hi-Tech Lubricants's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Hi-Tech Lubricants's share price for today is ₨39.79.
Hi-Tech Lubricants'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 ₨3.830.
* 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 Hi-Tech Lubricants'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.
For the Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing subindustry, Hi-Tech Lubricants'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.
Hi-Tech Lubricants EV-to-EBITDA vs Oil & Gas Industry
For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Hi-Tech Lubricants's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Hi-Tech Lubricants's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Hi-Tech Lubricants's current Enterprise Value is ₨8,423 Mil.
Hi-Tech Lubricants'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 ₨1,892 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.
Hi-Tech Lubricants (KAR:HTL) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.45 as of Jul. 24, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Hi-Tech Lubricants. This is 36% below median its historical median of 6.94. Over the past decade, Hi-Tech Lubricants' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.97 to 15.08. According to the industry distribution chart, Hi-Tech Lubricants ranks #175 out of 759 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 23.1%.
Is Hi-Tech Lubricants' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Hi-Tech Lubricants' current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.45 is 36% below median its 10-year median of 6.94. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.97 to a high of 15.08. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.68. Hi-Tech Lubricants' value of 4.45 is 42.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hi-Tech Lubricants ranks #175 out of 759 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Hi-Tech Lubricants has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hi-Tech Lubricants' EV-to-EBITDA compare to VLO and MPC?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Hi-Tech Lubricants ranks #175 out of 759 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Hi-Tech Lubricants in the top 23% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.68. Hi-Tech Lubricants' value of 4.45 is 42.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Hi-Tech Lubricants' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.97 to 15.08 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.94 vs. the industry median of 7.68, Hi-Tech Lubricants 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 Oil & Gas company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Oil & Gas companies is 7.68, based on 759 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. Hi-Tech Lubricants's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.45 is 42.1% 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 Hi-Tech Lubricants. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.68 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hi-Tech Lubricants's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.45, which is 36% below median its own 10-year median of 6.94. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hi-Tech Lubricants stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hi-Tech Lubricants (KAR:HTL) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₨70.84, compared to a current price of ₨39.79 — trading 43.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.45, which is 36% below median its 10-year median of 6.94 and 42.1% below the Oil & Gas industry median of 7.68. Hi-Tech Lubricants' overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 4 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 Hi-Tech Lubricants (KAR:HTL), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.45 as of Jul. 24, 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 Hi-Tech Lubricants (KAR:HTL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hi-Tech Lubricants stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of ₨39.79 is trading 43.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₨70.84.
GuruFocus considers Hi-Tech Lubricants to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for KAR:HTL:
EV-to-EBITDA: 4.45 (36% below median its 10-year median of 6.94)
GF Value™: ₨70.84 vs. price of ₨39.79 (43.8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 42.1% below the Oil & Gas median (#175 of 759)
No single metric tells the full story. See the KAR:HTL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Hi-Tech Lubricants Ltd is a company whose principal activity is to procure and distribute lubricants and petroleum products. It serves Automotive, Industrial and Marine sectors. It has three reportable segments being Lubricants, polymer and Petroleum products. The company generates the majority of its revenue from petroleum products.
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