Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers (NSE:TNPL) EV-to-EBITDA: 4.44 (As of Aug. 19, 2026) — 15% Above Median

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NSE:TNPL Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers Ltd NSE:TNPL
72 GF Score
Price ₹138.07
GF Value ₹171.06
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers EV-to-EBITDA?

Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers NSE:TNPL -1.99% 72 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.44 as of Aug. 19, 2026, which is 15% above its 10-year median of 3.86. GuruFocus rates NSE:TNPL with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹171.06 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 220 Forest Products companies, Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers ranks better than 83.64% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers's enterprise value is ₹25,375 Mil. Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was ₹5,714 Mil. Therefore, Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.44.

The historical rank and industry rank for Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

NSE:TNPL' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.98   Med: 3.86   Max: 12.32
Current: 4.44

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers was 12.32. The lowest was 0.98. And the median was 3.86.

NSE:TNPL's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
83.64% of 220 companies
in the Forest Products industry
Industry Median: 8.87 vs NSE:TNPL: 4.44

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 (2026-08-19), Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers's stock price is ₹138.07. Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was ₹37.700. Therefore, Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 3.66.

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


Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers  (NSE:TNPL) 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.

Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=138.07/37.700
=3.66

Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers's share price for today is ₹138.07.
Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers'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 ₹37.700.

* 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?


Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers'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.

Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA
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Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers Quarterly Data
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Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers EV-to-EBITDA Competitor Comparison

For the Paper & Paper Products subindustry, Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers'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.


Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers EV-to-EBITDA vs Forest Products Industry

For the Forest Products industry and Basic Materials sector, Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=25375.039/5713.6
=4.44

Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers's current Enterprise Value is ₹25,375 Mil.
Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers'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 ₹5,714 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 4.44 mean?
Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers (NSE:TNPL) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.44 as of Aug. 19, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers. This is 15% above median its historical median of 3.86. Over the past decade, Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 0.98 to 12.32. According to the industry distribution chart, Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers ranks #36 out of 220 companies in the Forest Products industry, placing it in the top 16.4%.
Is Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers' current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.44 is 15% above median its 10-year median of 3.86. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.98 to a high of 12.32. The Forest Products industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.87. Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers' value of 4.44 is 49.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers ranks #36 out of 220 companies in the Forest Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers' EV-to-EBITDA compare to competitors?
According to the Forest Products industry distribution chart, Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers ranks #36 out of 220 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers in the top 16% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.87. Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers' value of 4.44 is 49.9% below this benchmark. Historically, Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 0.98 to 12.32 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 3.86 vs. the industry median of 8.87, Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers 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 Forest Products company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Forest Products companies is 8.87, based on 220 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. Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.44 is 49.9% 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 Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers. For the Forest Products industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.87 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.44, which is 15% above median its own 10-year median of 3.86. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers (NSE:TNPL) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹171.06, compared to a current price of ₹138.07 — trading 19.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.44, which is 15% above median its 10-year median of 3.86 and 49.9% below the Forest Products industry median of 8.87. Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers' overall GF Score™ is 72/100 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 Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers (NSE:TNPL), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.44 as of Aug. 19, 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 Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers (NSE:TNPL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹138.07 is trading 19.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹171.06. GuruFocus considers Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for NSE:TNPL:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 4.44 (15% above median its 10-year median of 3.86)
  • GF Value™: ₹171.06 vs. price of ₹138.07 (19.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 49.9% below the Forest Products median (#36 of 220)

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


Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers Business Description

Other Exchanges 531426:India
Address 67, Mount Road, Guindy, Chennai, TN, IND, 600 032
Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers Ltd is engaged in the business of printing and writing paper. It operates in two segments Paper & Paper Board and Energy. Paper & Paper Board is involved in the Manufacturing and selling of Paper and Paper boards, and the Energy involved in the Generation of Power through TGs and Windmills for captive consumption and for export of power. Its products include Paper, Packaging Board, Cement, and Marketing Network.
72GF Score

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