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Orkla ASAOSL:ORK -2.76%89 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.60 as of Jul. 24, 2026, which is 20% below its 10-year median of 12.04. GuruFocus rates OSL:ORK with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of kr105.05 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,642 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Orkla ASA ranks worse than 53.9% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Orkla ASA's enterprise value is kr113,958 Mil.
Orkla ASA's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was kr11,865 Mil. Therefore, Orkla ASA's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.60.
The historical rank and industry rank for Orkla ASA's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
OSL:ORK'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.42 Med: 12.04 Max: 17.13
Current: 9.6
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Orkla ASA was 17.13. The lowest was 8.42. And the median was 12.04.
OSL:ORK's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 53.9% of 1642
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 8.97
vs OSL:ORK: 9.60
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.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Orkla ASA (OSL:ORK) 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.
Orkla ASA's share price for today is kr102.10.
Orkla ASA'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 kr11.390.
* 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 Orkla ASA'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 Packaged Foods subindustry, Orkla ASA'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.
Orkla ASA EV-to-EBITDA vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Orkla ASA's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Orkla ASA's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Orkla ASA's current Enterprise Value is kr113,958 Mil.
Orkla ASA'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 kr11,865 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.
Orkla ASA (OSL:ORK) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.60 as of Jul. 24, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Orkla ASA. This is 20% below median its historical median of 12.04. Over the past decade, Orkla ASA's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.42 to 17.13. According to the industry distribution chart, Orkla ASA ranks #885 out of 1642 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 53.9%.
Is Orkla ASA's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Orkla ASA's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.60 is 20% below median its 10-year median of 12.04. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.42 to a high of 17.13. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.97. Orkla ASA's value of 9.60 is 7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Orkla ASA ranks #885 out of 1642 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Orkla ASA has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Orkla ASA's EV-to-EBITDA compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Orkla ASA ranks #885 out of 1642 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Orkla ASA in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.97. Orkla ASA's value of 9.60 is 7% above this benchmark. Historically, Orkla ASA's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.42 to 17.13 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.04 vs. the industry median of 8.97, Orkla ASA 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 8.97, based on 1,642 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. Orkla ASA's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.60 is 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 Orkla ASA. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.97 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Orkla ASA's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.60, which is 20% below median its own 10-year median of 12.04. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Orkla ASA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Orkla ASA (OSL:ORK) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is kr105.05, compared to a current price of kr102.10 — trading 2.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.60, which is 20% below median its 10-year median of 12.04 and 7% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 8.97. Orkla ASA's overall GF Score™ is 89/100 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 Orkla ASA (OSL:ORK), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.60 as of Jul. 24, 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 Orkla ASA (OSL:ORK) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Orkla ASA stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of kr102.10 is trading 2.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of kr105.05.
GuruFocus considers Orkla ASA to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for OSL:ORK:
EV-to-EBITDA: 9.60 (20% below median its 10-year median of 12.04)
GF Value™: kr105.05 vs. price of kr102.10 (2.8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 7% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#885 of 1642)
No single metric tells the full story. See the OSL:ORK stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Orkla ASA is a branded consumer goods company, originally from Norway. Its segments include Orkla Foods, Orkla Food Ingredients, Orkla Snacks, Orkla Health, Orkla India, Orkla Home & Personal Care, The European Pizza, Orkla House Care, Health and Sports Nutrition Group, Pierre Robert Group, and Lilleborg. It generates the majority of its revenue from Norway.
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