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Pakistan State Oil CoKAR:PSO -0.18%84 EV-to-EBITDA is 3.17 as of Aug. 24, 2026, which is 44% below its 10-year median of 5.67. GuruFocus rates KAR:PSO with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨259.24 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 776 Oil & Gas companies, Pakistan State Oil Co ranks better than 85.57% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Pakistan State Oil Co's enterprise value is ₨473,741 Mil.
Pakistan State Oil Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨149,292 Mil. Therefore, Pakistan State Oil Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 3.17.
The historical rank and industry rank for Pakistan State Oil Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
KAR:PSO'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.34 Med: 5.67 Max: 117.01
Current: 3.17
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Pakistan State Oil Co was 117.01. The lowest was 1.34. And the median was 5.67.
KAR:PSO's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 85.57% of 776
companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 7.61
vs KAR:PSO: 3.17
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.
Pakistan State Oil Co (KAR:PSO) 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 State Oil Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Pakistan State Oil Co's share price for today is ₨375.45.
Pakistan State Oil 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 ₨92.730.
* 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).
Pakistan State Oil Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Pakistan State Oil 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.
For the Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing subindustry, Pakistan State Oil 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.
Pakistan State Oil Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Oil & Gas Industry
For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Pakistan State Oil Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Pakistan State Oil Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Pakistan State Oil Co's current Enterprise Value is ₨473,741 Mil.
Pakistan State Oil 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 ₨149,292 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.
Pakistan State Oil Co (KAR:PSO) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 3.17 as of Aug. 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 Pakistan State Oil Co. This is 44% below median its historical median of 5.67. Over the past decade, Pakistan State Oil Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.34 to 117.01. According to the industry distribution chart, Pakistan State Oil Co ranks #112 out of 776 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 14.4%.
Is Pakistan State Oil Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Pakistan State Oil Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.17 is 44% below median its 10-year median of 5.67. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.34 to a high of 117.01. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.61. Pakistan State Oil Co's value of 3.17 is 58.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Pakistan State Oil Co ranks #112 out of 776 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Pakistan State Oil Co has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pakistan State Oil Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to MPC and VLO?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Pakistan State Oil Co ranks #112 out of 776 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Pakistan State Oil Co in the top 14% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.61. Pakistan State Oil Co's value of 3.17 is 58.3% below this benchmark. Historically, Pakistan State Oil Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.34 to 117.01 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.67 vs. the industry median of 7.61, Pakistan State Oil 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 an Oil & Gas company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Oil & Gas companies is 7.61, based on 776 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 State Oil Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.17 is 58.3% 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 State Oil Co. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.61 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Pakistan State Oil Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.17, which is 44% below median its own 10-year median of 5.67. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Pakistan State Oil Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pakistan State Oil Co (KAR:PSO) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₨259.24, compared to a current price of ₨375.45 — trading 44.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.17, which is 44% below median its 10-year median of 5.67 and 58.3% below the Oil & Gas industry median of 7.61. Pakistan State Oil Co's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 with 2 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 State Oil Co (KAR:PSO), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.17 as of Aug. 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 Pakistan State Oil Co (KAR:PSO) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pakistan State Oil Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ₨375.45 is trading 44.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₨259.24.
GuruFocus considers Pakistan State Oil Co to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for KAR:PSO:
EV-to-EBITDA: 3.17 (44% below median its 10-year median of 5.67)
GF Value™: ₨259.24 vs. price of ₨375.45 (44.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 58.3% below the Oil & Gas median (#112 of 776)
No single metric tells the full story. See the KAR:PSO stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Pakistan State Oil Co Ltd is engaged in the procurement, storage, and marketing of petroleum and related products. It also blends and markets lubricating oils. It comprises three reportable segments: Petroleum products, Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), and Others. The majority of the company's revenues are derived from the petroleum products segment.
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