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KT&GLUX:KT&GC 91 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.75 as of Jul. 26, 2026, which is 23% below its 10-year median of 6.16. GuruFocus rates LUX:KT&GC with a GF Score™ of 91/100 and a GF Value™ of $23.37. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 40 Tobacco Products companies, KT&G ranks worse than 57.5% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, KT&G's enterprise value is $6,657 Mil.
KT&G's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,402 Mil. Therefore, KT&G's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.75.
The historical rank and industry rank for KT&G's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
LUX:KT&GC'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.8 Med: 6.16 Max: 10.45
Current: 9.47
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of KT&G was 10.45. The lowest was 3.80. And the median was 6.16.
LUX:KT&GC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 57.5% of 40
companies
in the Tobacco Products industry
Industry Median: 9.11
vs LUX:KT&GC: 9.47
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 (2026-07-26), KT&G's stock price is $31.80.
KT&G's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $4.008. Therefore, KT&G's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 7.93.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
KT&G (LUX:KT&GC) 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.
KT&G's share price for today is $31.80.
KT&G'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 $4.008.
* 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 KT&G'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 Tobacco subindustry, KT&G'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.
KT&G EV-to-EBITDA vs Tobacco Products Industry
For the Tobacco Products industry and Consumer Defensive sector, KT&G's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where KT&G's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
KT&G's current Enterprise Value is $6,657 Mil.
KT&G'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 $1,402 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.
KT&G (LUX:KT&GC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.75 as of Jul. 26, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on KT&G. This is 23% below median its historical median of 6.16. Over the past decade, KT&G's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.80 to 10.45. According to the industry distribution chart, KT&G ranks #23 out of 40 companies in the Tobacco Products industry, placing it in the top 57.5%.
Is KT&G's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
KT&G's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.75 is 23% below median its 10-year median of 6.16. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.80 to a high of 10.45. The Tobacco Products industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.11. KT&G's value of 4.75 is 47.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, KT&G ranks #23 out of 40 companies in the Tobacco Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, KT&G has a GF Score™ of 91/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does KT&G's EV-to-EBITDA compare to PM and MO?
According to the Tobacco Products industry distribution chart, KT&G ranks #23 out of 40 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places KT&G in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.11. KT&G's value of 4.75 is 47.9% below this benchmark. Historically, KT&G's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.80 to 10.45 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.16 vs. the industry median of 9.11, KT&G 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 Tobacco Products company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Tobacco Products companies is 9.11, based on 40 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. KT&G's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.75 is 47.9% 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 KT&G. For the Tobacco Products industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.11 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. KT&G's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.75, which is 23% below median its own 10-year median of 6.16. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is KT&G stock overvalued right now?
KT&G (LUX:KT&GC) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.75. The stock's GF Value™ is $23.37, compared to a current price of $31.80 — trading 36.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.75, which is 23% below median its 10-year median of 6.16 and 47.9% below the Tobacco Products industry median of 9.11. KT&G's overall GF Score™ is 91/100 with 7 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 KT&G (LUX:KT&GC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.75 as of Jul. 26, 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 KT&G (LUX:KT&GC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KT&G stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $31.80 is trading 36.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $23.37.
Key valuation signals for LUX:KT&GC:
EV-to-EBITDA: 4.75 (23% below median its 10-year median of 6.16)
GF Value™: $23.37 vs. price of $31.80 (36.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 47.9% below the Tobacco Products median (#23 of 40)
No single metric tells the full story. See the LUX:KT&GC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
KT&G Corp manufactures and sells tobacco products in South Korea. Its flagship cigarette brand is Esse. Other brands include This, The One, Bohem, and Raison. The company has four reportable divisions: Tobacco Business, Ginseng Business, Real Estate Business, and Other Business divisions. The Tobacco division handles tobacco manufacturing and sales, the Ginseng division focuses on manufacturing and sales of red ginseng products, the Real Estate division engages in real estate sales and rental activities, and the Other Business division includes manufacturing and sales of pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Tobacco Business.
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