MERC (Mercer International) EV-to-EBITDA: -5.87 (As of Aug. 13, 2026)

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MERC Mercer International Inc MERC
45 GF Score
Price $0.50
GF Value $5.74
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Mercer International EV-to-EBITDA?

Mercer International MERC +3.43% 45 EV-to-EBITDA is -5.87 as of Aug. 13, 2026. GuruFocus rates MERC with a GF Score™ of 45/100 and a GF Value™ of $5.74 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 219 Forest Products companies, Mercer International ranks worse than 456620.55% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Mercer International's enterprise value is $1,596 Mil. Mercer International's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-272 Mil. Therefore, Mercer International's EV-to-EBITDA for today is -5.87.

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

MERC' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -218.21   Med: 6.52   Max: 403.96
Current: -5.87

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Mercer International was 403.96. The lowest was -218.21. And the median was 6.52.

MERC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
100% of 219 companies
in the Forest Products industry
Industry Median: 9.03 vs MERC: -5.87

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 (2026-08-13), Mercer International's stock price is $0.5026. Mercer International's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-7.730. Therefore, Mercer International's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.

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


Mercer International  (NAS:MERC) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.5026/-7.730
=At Loss

Mercer International's share price for today is $0.5026.
Mercer International'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 $-7.730.

* 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).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Mercer International EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Mercer International EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Mercer International'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.

Mercer International EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Mercer International Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Mercer International Quarterly Data
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MERC vs ITP, SLVM: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Paper & Paper Products subindustry, Mercer International'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.


Mercer International EV-to-EBITDA vs Forest Products Industry

For the Forest Products industry and Basic Materials sector, Mercer International's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Mercer International EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=1596.131/-272.053
=-5.87

Mercer International's current Enterprise Value is $1,596 Mil.
Mercer International'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 $-272 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 -5.87 mean?
Mercer International (MERC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of -5.87 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 Mercer International. According to the industry distribution chart, Mercer International ranks #999999 out of 219 companies in the Forest Products industry.
Is Mercer International's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Mercer International's current EV-to-EBITDA is -5.87. Based on the distribution chart, Mercer International ranks #999999 out of 219 companies in the Forest Products industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Mercer International has a GF Score™ of 45/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Mercer International's EV-to-EBITDA compare to ITP and SLVM?
According to the Forest Products industry distribution chart, Mercer International ranks #999999 out of 219 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Mercer International in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.03. 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 Forest Products company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Forest Products companies is 9.03, based on 219 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. 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 Mercer International. For the Forest Products industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.03 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Mercer International's current EV-to-EBITDA is -5.87. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Mercer International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Mercer International (MERC) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $5.74, compared to a current price of $0.50 — trading 91.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is -5.87. Mercer International's overall GF Score™ is 45/100 with 6 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 Mercer International (MERC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is -5.87 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 Mercer International (MERC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Mercer International stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $0.50 is trading 91.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $5.74. GuruFocus considers Mercer International to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for MERC:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: -5.87
  • GF Value™: $5.74 vs. price of $0.50 (91.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 45/100 with 6 warning signs

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


Mercer International Business Description

Other Exchanges AEZ:Germany
Address 700 West Pender Street, Suite 1120, Vancouver, BC, CAN, V6C 1G8
Mercer International Inc is a forest products company with two reportable operating segments in pulp and solid wood. The pulp segment consists of the manufacture, sale, and distribution of pulp, electricity, and chemicals. The company has a geographical presence in the USA, Germany, China, and Other countries, where the maximum of revenue is generated from the China. The majority of the revenue is generated from the Pulp segment.
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