Algoma Central (TSX:ALC) EV-to-EBITDA: 7.76 (As of Jul. 31, 2026) — 13% Above Median

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TSX:ALC Algoma Central Corp TSX:ALC
75 GF Score
Price C$22.73
GF Value C$16.27
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 11 Warning Signs
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What is Algoma Central EV-to-EBITDA?

Algoma Central TSX:ALC +0.49% 75 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.76 as of Jul. 31, 2026, which is 13% above its 10-year median of 6.85. GuruFocus rates TSX:ALC with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of C$16.27 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 902 Transportation companies, Algoma Central ranks better than 55.76% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Algoma Central's enterprise value is C$1,509.0 Mil. Algoma Central's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was C$194.5 Mil. Therefore, Algoma Central's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.76.

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

TSX:ALC' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.95   Med: 6.85   Max: 17.84
Current: 7.75

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Algoma Central was 17.84. The lowest was 4.95. And the median was 6.85.

TSX:ALC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
55.76% of 902 companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 8.64 vs TSX:ALC: 7.75

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 (2026-07-31), Algoma Central's stock price is C$22.73. Algoma Central's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was C$4.147. Therefore, Algoma Central's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 5.48.

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


Algoma Central  (TSX:ALC) 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.

Algoma Central's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=22.73/4.147
=5.48

Algoma Central's share price for today is C$22.73.
Algoma Central'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 C$4.147.

* 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?


Algoma Central EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Algoma Central EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Algoma Central'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.

Algoma Central EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Algoma Central Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Algoma Central Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 8.48 7.43 7.45 7.76 7.42

TSX:ALC vs KEX: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Marine Shipping subindustry, Algoma Central'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.


Algoma Central EV-to-EBITDA vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Algoma Central's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Algoma Central EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Algoma Central's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=1509.048/194.538
=7.76

Algoma Central's current Enterprise Value is C$1,509.0 Mil.
Algoma Central'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 C$194.5 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 7.76 mean?
Algoma Central (TSX:ALC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.76 as of Jul. 31, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Algoma Central. This is 13% above median its historical median of 6.85. Over the past decade, Algoma Central's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.95 to 17.84. According to the industry distribution chart, Algoma Central ranks #399 out of 902 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 44.2%.
Is Algoma Central's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Algoma Central's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.76 is 13% above median its 10-year median of 6.85. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.95 to a high of 17.84. The Transportation industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.64. Algoma Central's value of 7.76 is 10.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Algoma Central ranks #399 out of 902 companies in the Transportation industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Algoma Central has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Algoma Central's EV-to-EBITDA compare to KEX?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Algoma Central ranks #399 out of 902 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Algoma Central in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.64. Algoma Central's value of 7.76 is 10.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Algoma Central's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.95 to 17.84 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.85 vs. the industry median of 8.64, Algoma Central 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 Transportation company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Transportation companies is 8.64, based on 902 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. Algoma Central's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.76 is 10.2% 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 Algoma Central. For the Transportation industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.64 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Algoma Central's current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.76, which is 13% above median its own 10-year median of 6.85. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Algoma Central stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Algoma Central (TSX:ALC) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$16.27, compared to a current price of C$22.73 — trading 39.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.76, which is 13% above median its 10-year median of 6.85 and 10.2% below the Transportation industry median of 8.64. Algoma Central's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 11 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 Algoma Central (TSX:ALC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.76 as of Jul. 31, 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 Algoma Central (TSX:ALC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Algoma Central stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of C$22.73 is trading 39.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of C$16.27. GuruFocus considers Algoma Central to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSX:ALC:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 7.76 (13% above median its 10-year median of 6.85)
  • GF Value™: C$16.27 vs. price of C$22.73 (39.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 11 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 10.2% below the Transportation median (#399 of 902)

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


Algoma Central Business Description

Other Exchanges AGMJF:USAACH:Germany
Address 63 Church Street, Suite 600, St. Catharines, ON, CAN, L2R 3C4
Algoma Central Corp owns and operates a fleet of dry and liquid bulk carriers on the Great Lakes, St. Lawrence Waterway. The company's Canadian flag fleet consists of self-unloading dry-bulk carriers, gearless dry-bulk carriers, and product tankers. The company operates its business through segments that are Domestic Dry-Bulk which generates key revenue, Product Tankers, Ocean Self-Unloaders, and Corporate. The company also earns revenues from marine operations through contracts of affreightment, time charters, and pool revenue.
75GF Score

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