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Russel MetalsRUSMF +2.50%78 EV-to-EBITDA is 10.47 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 43% above its 10-year median of 7.31. GuruFocus rates RUSMF with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of $35.98 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 142 Industrial Distribution companies, Russel Metals ranks worse than 57.75% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Russel Metals's enterprise value is $2,892 Mil.
Russel Metals's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $276 Mil. Therefore, Russel Metals's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 10.47.
The historical rank and industry rank for Russel Metals's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
RUSMF'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -45.1 Med: 7.31 Max: 15.96
Current: 10.82
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Russel Metals was 15.96. The lowest was -45.10. And the median was 7.31.
RUSMF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 57.75% of 142
companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 8.94
vs RUSMF: 10.82
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.
Russel Metals's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Russel Metals's share price for today is $48.25.
Russel Metals'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 $2.592.
* 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 Russel Metals'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 Industrial Distribution subindustry, Russel Metals'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.
Russel Metals EV-to-EBITDA vs Industrial Distribution Industry
For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, Russel Metals's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Russel Metals's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Russel Metals's current Enterprise Value is $2,892 Mil.
Russel Metals'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 $276 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.
Russel Metals (RUSMF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 10.47 as of Jul. 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 Russel Metals. This is 43% above median its historical median of 7.31. According to the industry distribution chart, Russel Metals ranks #82 out of 142 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 57.7%.
Is Russel Metals' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Russel Metals' current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.47 is 43% above median its 10-year median of 7.31. The Industrial Distribution industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.94. Russel Metals' value of 10.47 is 17.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Russel Metals ranks #82 out of 142 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Russel Metals has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Russel Metals' EV-to-EBITDA compare to GWW and FAST?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, Russel Metals ranks #82 out of 142 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Russel Metals in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.94. Russel Metals' value of 10.47 is 17.1% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 7.31 vs. the industry median of 8.94, Russel Metals 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 an Industrial Distribution company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Industrial Distribution companies is 8.94, based on 142 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. Russel Metals's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.47 is 17.1% 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 Russel Metals. For the Industrial Distribution industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.94 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Russel Metals's current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.47, which is 43% above median its own 10-year median of 7.31. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Russel Metals stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Russel Metals (RUSMF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $35.98, compared to a current price of $48.25 — trading 34.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.47, which is 43% above median its 10-year median of 7.31 and 17.1% above the Industrial Distribution industry median of 8.94. Russel Metals' overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 8 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 Russel Metals (RUSMF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.47 as of Jul. 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 Russel Metals (RUSMF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Russel Metals stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $48.25 is trading 34.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $35.98.
GuruFocus considers Russel Metals to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for RUSMF:
EV-to-EBITDA: 10.47 (43% above median its 10-year median of 7.31)
GF Value™: $35.98 vs. price of $48.25 (34.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 17.1% above the Industrial Distribution median (#82 of 142)
No single metric tells the full story. See the RUSMF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Russel Metals Inc is a Canada-based metal distribution company. The company conducts business in Canada and the U.S. in three operating and reportable segments: Metals Service Centers, Energy Field Stores, and Steel Distributors. The majority of its revenue is generated from the Metals Service Centers segment, which carries an extensive line of metal products in a wide range of sizes, shapes, and specifications, including carbon hot rolled and cold finished steel, pipe and tubular products, stainless steel, aluminum, and other non-ferrous specialty metals. It purchases these products mainly from North American steel producers, processes, packages, and sells them to end users in accordance with their specific needs. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from Canada.
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