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Karat PackagingKRT -0.07%80 EV-to-EBITDA is 10.77 as of Aug. 13, 2026, which is 17% above its 10-year median of 9.20. GuruFocus rates KRT with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of $31.36 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 350 Packaging & Containers companies, Karat Packaging ranks worse than 58.29% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Karat Packaging's enterprise value is $940.7 Mil.
Karat Packaging's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $87.4 Mil. Therefore, Karat Packaging's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 10.77.
The historical rank and industry rank for Karat Packaging's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
KRT'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.53 Med: 9.2 Max: 18
Current: 10.77
During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Karat Packaging was 18.00. The lowest was 5.53. And the median was 9.20.
KRT's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 58.29% of 350
companies
in the Packaging & Containers industry
Industry Median: 8.94
vs KRT: 10.77
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.
Karat Packaging's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Karat Packaging's share price for today is $48.225.
Karat Packaging's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $2.500.
* 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 Karat Packaging'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 Packaging & Containers subindustry, Karat Packaging'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.
Karat Packaging EV-to-EBITDA vs Packaging & Containers Industry
For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Karat Packaging's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Karat Packaging's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Karat Packaging's current Enterprise Value is $940.7 Mil.
Karat Packaging's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $87.4 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.
Karat Packaging (KRT) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 10.77 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 Karat Packaging. This is 17% above median its historical median of 9.20. Over the past decade, Karat Packaging's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.53 to 18.00. According to the industry distribution chart, Karat Packaging ranks #204 out of 350 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, placing it in the top 58.3%.
Is Karat Packaging's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Karat Packaging's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.77 is 17% above median its 10-year median of 9.20. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.53 to a high of 18.00. The Packaging & Containers industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.94. Karat Packaging's value of 10.77 is 20.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Karat Packaging ranks #204 out of 350 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Karat Packaging has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Karat Packaging's EV-to-EBITDA compare to PACK and MYE?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, Karat Packaging ranks #204 out of 350 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Karat Packaging in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.94. Karat Packaging's value of 10.77 is 20.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Karat Packaging's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.53 to 18.00 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.20 vs. the industry median of 8.94, Karat Packaging has consistently been above 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 Packaging & Containers company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Packaging & Containers companies is 8.94, based on 350 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. Karat Packaging's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.77 is 20.5% above 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 Karat Packaging. For the Packaging & Containers industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.94 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Karat Packaging's current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.77, which is 17% above median its own 10-year median of 9.20. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Karat Packaging stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Karat Packaging (KRT) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $31.36, compared to a current price of $48.23 — trading 53.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.77, which is 17% above median its 10-year median of 9.20 and 20.5% above the Packaging & Containers industry median of 8.94. Karat Packaging's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 8 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 Karat Packaging (KRT), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.77 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 Karat Packaging (KRT) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Karat Packaging stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $48.23 is trading 53.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $31.36.
GuruFocus considers Karat Packaging to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for KRT:
EV-to-EBITDA: 10.77 (17% above median its 10-year median of 9.20)
GF Value™: $31.36 vs. price of $48.23 (53.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 20.5% above the Packaging & Containers median (#204 of 350)
No single metric tells the full story. See the KRT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Karat Packaging Inc is a distributor and manufacturer of disposable foodservice products and related items, including containers, bags, tableware, cups, lids, cutlery, straws, specialty beverage ingredients, gloves, and janitorial supplies, available in plastic, paper, biopolymer-based, and other compostable forms. The Company focuses on environmentally friendly products and provides customized solutions including product development, design, printing, and logistics services. It serves customers through chains and distributors, retail, and e-commerce/online, and operates in the manufacturing and distribution of single-use food and beverage products, as well as specialty food and beverage products and restaurant and warehouse supplies.
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