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What is Shifa International Hospitals EV-to-EBITDA?
Shifa International HospitalsKAR:SHFA +1.17%87 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.60 as of Aug. 22, 2026, which is 18% below its 10-year median of 6.79. GuruFocus rates KAR:SHFA with a GF Score™ of 87/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨467.89 (Fairly Valued). Among 512 Healthcare Providers & Services companies, Shifa International Hospitals ranks better than 81.45% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Shifa International Hospitals's enterprise value is ₨32,410 Mil.
Shifa International Hospitals's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨5,792 Mil. Therefore, Shifa International Hospitals's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.60.
The historical rank and industry rank for Shifa International Hospitals's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
KAR:SHFA'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.65 Med: 6.79 Max: 52.32
Current: 5.6
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Shifa International Hospitals was 52.32. The lowest was 2.65. And the median was 6.79.
KAR:SHFA's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 81.45% of 512
companies
in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry
Industry Median: 10.6
vs KAR:SHFA: 5.60
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.
Shifa International Hospitals (KAR:SHFA) 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.
Shifa International Hospitals's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Shifa International Hospitals's share price for today is ₨492.58.
Shifa International Hospitals'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 ₨41.070.
* 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).
* 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.
KAR:SHFA vs HCA, THC, DVA: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Medical Care Facilities subindustry, Shifa International Hospitals'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.
Shifa International Hospitals EV-to-EBITDA vs Healthcare Providers & Services Industry
For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry and Healthcare sector, Shifa International Hospitals's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Shifa International Hospitals's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Shifa International Hospitals's current Enterprise Value is ₨32,410 Mil.
Shifa International Hospitals'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 ₨5,792 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.
Shifa International Hospitals (KAR:SHFA) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.60 as of Aug. 22, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Shifa International Hospitals. This is 18% below median its historical median of 6.79. Over the past decade, Shifa International Hospitals' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.65 to 52.32. According to the industry distribution chart, Shifa International Hospitals ranks #95 out of 512 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, placing it in the top 18.6%.
Is Shifa International Hospitals' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Shifa International Hospitals' current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.60 is 18% below median its 10-year median of 6.79. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.65 to a high of 52.32. The Healthcare Providers & Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.60. Shifa International Hospitals' value of 5.60 is 47.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Shifa International Hospitals ranks #95 out of 512 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Shifa International Hospitals has a GF Score™ of 87/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Shifa International Hospitals' EV-to-EBITDA compare to HCA and THC?
According to the Healthcare Providers & Services industry distribution chart, Shifa International Hospitals ranks #95 out of 512 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Shifa International Hospitals in the top 19% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.60. Shifa International Hospitals' value of 5.60 is 47.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Shifa International Hospitals' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.65 to 52.32 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.79 vs. the industry median of 10.60, Shifa International Hospitals 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 Healthcare Providers & Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Healthcare Providers & Services companies is 10.60, based on 512 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. Shifa International Hospitals's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.60 is 47.2% 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 Shifa International Hospitals. For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.60 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Shifa International Hospitals's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.60, which is 18% below median its own 10-year median of 6.79. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Shifa International Hospitals stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shifa International Hospitals (KAR:SHFA) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₨467.89, compared to a current price of ₨492.58 — trading 5.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.60, which is 18% below median its 10-year median of 6.79 and 47.2% below the Healthcare Providers & Services industry median of 10.60. Shifa International Hospitals' overall GF Score™ is 87/100. 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 Shifa International Hospitals (KAR:SHFA), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.60 as of Aug. 22, 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 Shifa International Hospitals (KAR:SHFA) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shifa International Hospitals stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ₨492.58 is trading 5.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₨467.89.
GuruFocus considers Shifa International Hospitals to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for KAR:SHFA:
EV-to-EBITDA: 5.60 (18% below median its 10-year median of 6.79)
GF Value™: ₨467.89 vs. price of ₨492.58 (5.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 47.2% below the Healthcare Providers & Services median (#95 of 512)
No single metric tells the full story. See the KAR:SHFA stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Shifa International Hospitals Ltd operates a network of medical centers and hospitals in Pakistan, providing a wide range of medical and surgical services across various specialties. The company offers organ transplant services, including liver, kidney, bone marrow, and corneal transplants. It generates revenue through patient care services, diagnostics, pharmacy operations, and support services such as emergency care and outpatient clinics. Shifa also operates lab collection points, day care surgeries, and diagnostic centers. The company has a presence in multiple cities through hospitals, medical centers, and subsidiaries that support healthcare services and infrastructure development.
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