Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC) EV-to-EBITDA: 5.01 (As of Aug. 13, 2026) — 181% Above Median

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KAR:PNSC Pakistan National Shipping Corp Ltd KAR:PNSC
82 GF Score
Price ₨539.44
GF Value ₨304.58
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Pakistan National Shipping EV-to-EBITDA?

Pakistan National Shipping KAR:PNSC -0.32% 82 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.01 as of Aug. 13, 2026, which is 181% above its 10-year median of 1.78. GuruFocus rates KAR:PNSC with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨304.58 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 898 Transportation companies, Pakistan National Shipping ranks better than 77.06% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Pakistan National Shipping's enterprise value is ₨100,203 Mil. Pakistan National Shipping's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨20,016 Mil. Therefore, Pakistan National Shipping's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.01.

The historical rank and industry rank for Pakistan National Shipping's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

KAR:PNSC' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -0.57   Med: 1.78   Max: 5.95
Current: 5

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Pakistan National Shipping was 5.95. The lowest was -0.57. And the median was 1.78.

KAR:PNSC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
77.06% of 898 companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 8.6 vs KAR:PNSC: 5.00

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 (2026-08-13), Pakistan National Shipping's stock price is ₨539.44. Pakistan National Shipping's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨63.170. Therefore, Pakistan National Shipping's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 8.54.

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


Pakistan National Shipping  (KAR:PNSC) 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.

Pakistan National Shipping's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=539.44/63.170
=8.54

Pakistan National Shipping's share price for today is ₨539.44.
Pakistan National Shipping'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 ₨63.170.

* 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?


Pakistan National Shipping EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Pakistan National Shipping EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Pakistan National Shipping'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.

Pakistan National Shipping EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Pakistan National Shipping Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 1.59 -0.20 -0.28 -0.14 0.32

Pakistan National Shipping 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 0.25 0.32 1.03 1.75 4.22

KAR:PNSC vs KEX: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Marine Shipping subindustry, Pakistan National Shipping'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.


Pakistan National Shipping EV-to-EBITDA vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Pakistan National Shipping's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Pakistan National Shipping's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Pakistan National Shipping EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Pakistan National Shipping's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=100203.026/20016.451
=5.01

Pakistan National Shipping's current Enterprise Value is ₨100,203 Mil.
Pakistan National Shipping'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 ₨20,016 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 5.01 mean?
Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.01 as of Aug. 13, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Pakistan National Shipping. This is 181% above median its historical median of 1.78. According to the industry distribution chart, Pakistan National Shipping ranks #206 out of 898 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 22.9%.
Is Pakistan National Shipping's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Pakistan National Shipping's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.01 is 181% above median its 10-year median of 1.78. The Transportation industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.60. Pakistan National Shipping's value of 5.01 is 41.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Pakistan National Shipping ranks #206 out of 898 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Pakistan National Shipping has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pakistan National Shipping's EV-to-EBITDA compare to KEX?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Pakistan National Shipping ranks #206 out of 898 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Pakistan National Shipping in the top 23% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.60. Pakistan National Shipping's value of 5.01 is 41.7% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 1.78 vs. the industry median of 8.60, Pakistan National Shipping 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 Transportation company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Transportation companies is 8.60, based on 898 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. Pakistan National Shipping's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.01 is 41.7% 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 Pakistan National Shipping. For the Transportation industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.60 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Pakistan National Shipping's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.01, which is 181% above median its own 10-year median of 1.78. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Pakistan National Shipping stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₨304.58, compared to a current price of ₨539.44 — trading 77.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.01, which is 181% above median its 10-year median of 1.78 and 41.7% below the Transportation industry median of 8.60. Pakistan National Shipping's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 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 Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.01 as of Aug. 13, 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 Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pakistan National Shipping stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₨539.44 is trading 77.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₨304.58. GuruFocus considers Pakistan National Shipping to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for KAR:PNSC:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 5.01 (181% above median its 10-year median of 1.78)
  • GF Value™: ₨304.58 vs. price of ₨539.44 (77.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 41.7% below the Transportation median (#206 of 898)

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


Pakistan National Shipping Business Description

Address PNSC Building, Moulvi Tamizuddin Khan Road, P.O. BOX No. 5350, Karachi, SD, PAK, 74000
Pakistan National Shipping Corp Ltd, the Holding Company, its subsidiary, and an associate operate in Pakistan's maritime industry. The Group focuses on shipping, vessel chartering, cargo transportation, and property leasing. As the national flag carrier, the company operates a varied fleet, including tankers for energy transport and bulk carriers for transporting a wide range of dry commodities such as iron, fertilizers, coal, and grain. The company also provides comprehensive services such as ocean freight, container shipping, marine and port services, technical support, and leasing solutions. Its key business segments include dry cargo, liquid cargo, and slot charter/break bulk.
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