HKFoods (LTS:0ISM) EV-to-EBITDA: 8.48 (As of Aug. 15, 2026) — 36% Below Median

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LTS:0ISM HKFoods PLC LTS:0ISM
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Price €1.66
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What is HKFoods EV-to-EBITDA?

HKFoods LTS:0ISM +0.48% 60 EV-to-EBITDA is 8.48 as of Aug. 15, 2026, which is 36% below its 10-year median of 13.22. GuruFocus rates LTS:0ISM with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of €1.28 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,644 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, HKFoods ranks better than 53.65% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, HKFoods's enterprise value is €336 Mil. HKFoods's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €40 Mil. Therefore, HKFoods's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 8.48.

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

LTS:0ISM' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -181.64   Med: 13.22   Max: 1337.75
Current: 8.48

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of HKFoods was 1337.75. The lowest was -181.64. And the median was 13.22.

LTS:0ISM's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
53.65% of 1644 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 9.115 vs LTS:0ISM: 8.48

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 (2026-08-15), HKFoods's stock price is €1.658. HKFoods's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €0.020. Therefore, HKFoods's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 82.90.

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


HKFoods  (LTS:0ISM) 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.

HKFoods's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.658/0.020
=82.90

HKFoods's share price for today is €1.658.
HKFoods'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 €0.020.

* 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?


HKFoods EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


HKFoods EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for HKFoods'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.

HKFoods EV-to-EBITDA Chart

HKFoods Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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HKFoods Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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LTS:0ISM vs KHC, GIS, HRL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, HKFoods'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.


HKFoods EV-to-EBITDA vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, HKFoods's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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HKFoods EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

HKFoods's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=335.832/39.6
=8.48

HKFoods's current Enterprise Value is €336 Mil.
HKFoods'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 €40 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 8.48 mean?
HKFoods (LTS:0ISM) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 8.48 as of Aug. 15, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on HKFoods. This is 36% below median its historical median of 13.22. According to the industry distribution chart, HKFoods ranks #762 out of 1644 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 46.4%.
Is HKFoods' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
HKFoods' current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.48 is 36% below median its 10-year median of 13.22. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.12. HKFoods' value of 8.48 is 7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, HKFoods ranks #762 out of 1644 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, HKFoods has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HKFoods' EV-to-EBITDA compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, HKFoods ranks #762 out of 1644 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts HKFoods in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.12. HKFoods' value of 8.48 is 7% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 13.22 vs. the industry median of 9.12, HKFoods 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 9.12, based on 1,644 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. HKFoods's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.48 is 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 HKFoods. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.12 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. HKFoods's current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.48, which is 36% below median its own 10-year median of 13.22. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is HKFoods stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HKFoods (LTS:0ISM) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €1.28, compared to a current price of €1.66 — trading 29.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.48, which is 36% below median its 10-year median of 13.22 and 7% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 9.12. HKFoods' overall GF Score™ is 60/100 with 5 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 HKFoods (LTS:0ISM), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.48 as of Aug. 15, 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 HKFoods (LTS:0ISM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HKFoods stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €1.66 is trading 29.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of €1.28. GuruFocus considers HKFoods to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0ISM:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 8.48 (36% below median its 10-year median of 13.22)
  • GF Value™: €1.28 vs. price of €1.66 (29.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 60/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 7% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#762 of 1644)

No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0ISM stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


HKFoods Business Description

Other Exchanges HKFOODS:Finland
Address Lemminkaisenkatu 48, P.O. Box 50, Turku, FIN, 20520
HKFoods PLC is a Nordic food company. It sells and markets pork, beef, poultry, meat products, ready meals, and meal components. The company generates maximum revenue from its Finnish operations.
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