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Ester IndustriesNSE:ESTER -0.63%67 EV-to-EBITDA is 14.69 as of Aug. 16, 2026, which is 94% above its 10-year median of 7.56. GuruFocus rates NSE:ESTER with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹117.20 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,330 Chemicals companies, Ester Industries ranks worse than 53.76% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Ester Industries's enterprise value is ₹16,246 Mil.
Ester Industries's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹1,106 Mil. Therefore, Ester Industries's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 14.69.
The historical rank and industry rank for Ester Industries's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
NSE:ESTER'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.17 Med: 7.56 Max: 483.61
Current: 14.69
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Ester Industries was 483.61. The lowest was 1.17. And the median was 7.56.
NSE:ESTER's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 53.76% of 1330
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 13.265
vs NSE:ESTER: 14.69
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.
Ester Industries's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Ester Industries's share price for today is ₹101.02.
Ester Industries'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 ₹-2.820.
* 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 Ester Industries'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.
NSE:ESTER vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Ester Industries'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.
Ester Industries EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Ester Industries's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Ester Industries's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Ester Industries's current Enterprise Value is ₹16,246 Mil.
Ester Industries'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 ₹1,106 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.
Ester Industries (NSE:ESTER) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 14.69 as of Aug. 16, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Ester Industries. This is 94% above median its historical median of 7.56. Over the past decade, Ester Industries' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.17 to 483.61. According to the industry distribution chart, Ester Industries ranks #715 out of 1330 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 53.8%.
Is Ester Industries' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Ester Industries' current EV-to-EBITDA of 14.69 is 94% above median its 10-year median of 7.56. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.17 to a high of 483.61. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.27. Ester Industries' value of 14.69 is 10.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Ester Industries ranks #715 out of 1330 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Ester Industries has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ester Industries' EV-to-EBITDA compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Ester Industries ranks #715 out of 1330 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Ester Industries in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.27. Ester Industries' value of 14.69 is 10.7% above this benchmark. Historically, Ester Industries' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.17 to 483.61 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.56 vs. the industry median of 13.27, Ester Industries 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Chemicals companies is 13.27, based on 1,330 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. Ester Industries's current EV-to-EBITDA of 14.69 is 10.7% 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 Ester Industries. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.27 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Ester Industries's current EV-to-EBITDA is 14.69, which is 94% above median its own 10-year median of 7.56. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ester Industries stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ester Industries (NSE:ESTER) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹117.20, compared to a current price of ₹101.02 — trading 13.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 14.69, which is 94% above median its 10-year median of 7.56 and 10.7% above the Chemicals industry median of 13.27. Ester Industries' overall GF Score™ is 67/100 with 3 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 Ester Industries (NSE:ESTER), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 14.69 as of Aug. 16, 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 Ester Industries (NSE:ESTER) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ester Industries stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of ₹101.02 is trading 13.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹117.20.
GuruFocus considers Ester Industries to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for NSE:ESTER:
EV-to-EBITDA: 14.69 (94% above median its 10-year median of 7.56)
GF Value™: ₹117.20 vs. price of ₹101.02 (13.8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 10.7% above the Chemicals median (#715 of 1330)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NSE:ESTER stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Ester Industries Ltd is engaged in the manufacturing of polyester films, and specialty polymers. The company operates through segments namely Polyester chips and film and Speciality Polymers. The company generates maximum revenue from the Polyester chips and film segment. The Polyester chips and film segment is used in flexible packaging and other industrial applications. It serves food packaging; beverage packaging, home and personal care, industrial packaging, construction, automotive, electrical and electronics, carpet, and other industries. Geographically, the company derives a majority of its revenue from India.
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