Century Paper & Board Mills (KAR:CEPB) EV-to-OCF: 19.31 (As of Aug. 11, 2026) — 120% Above Median

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KAR:CEPB Century Paper & Board Mills Ltd KAR:CEPB
63 GF Score
Price ₨30.23
GF Value ₨26.79
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Century Paper & Board Mills EV-to-OCF?

Century Paper & Board Mills KAR:CEPB -0.76% 63 EV-to-OCF is 19.31 as of Aug. 11, 2026, which is 120% above its 10-year median of 8.79. GuruFocus rates KAR:CEPB with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨26.79 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 285 Forest Products companies, Century Paper & Board Mills ranks worse than 76.49% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Century Paper & Board Mills's Enterprise Value is ₨23,906 Mil. Century Paper & Board Mills's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨1,238 Mil. Therefore, Century Paper & Board Mills's EV-to-OCF for today is 19.31.

The historical rank and industry rank for Century Paper & Board Mills's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

KAR:CEPB' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -287.3   Med: 8.79   Max: 149.37
Current: 19.39

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Century Paper & Board Mills was 149.37. The lowest was -287.30. And the median was 8.79.

KAR:CEPB's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
76.49% of 285 companies
in the Forest Products industry
Industry Median: 7.93 vs KAR:CEPB: 19.39

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.

As of today (2026-08-11), Century Paper & Board Mills's stock price is ₨30.23. Century Paper & Board Mills's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨-1.870. Therefore, Century Paper & Board Mills's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Century Paper & Board Mills  (KAR:CEPB) EV-to-OCF Explanation

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.

Century Paper & Board Mills's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=30.23/-1.870
=At Loss

Century Paper & Board Mills's share price for today is ₨30.23.
Century Paper & Board Mills'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 ₨-1.870.

* 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.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Century Paper & Board Mills EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Century Paper & Board Mills EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Century Paper & Board Mills's EV-to-OCF 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.

Century Paper & Board Mills EV-to-OCF Chart

Century Paper & Board Mills Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-OCF
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Century Paper & Board Mills Quarterly Data
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KAR:CEPB vs SLVM: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Paper & Paper Products subindustry, Century Paper & Board Mills's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF 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.


Century Paper & Board Mills EV-to-OCF vs Forest Products Industry

For the Forest Products industry and Basic Materials sector, Century Paper & Board Mills's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Century Paper & Board Mills's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Century Paper & Board Mills EV-to-OCF Calculation

Century Paper & Board Mills's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=23906.181/1237.939
=19.31

Century Paper & Board Mills's current Enterprise Value is ₨23,906 Mil.
Century Paper & Board Mills's Cash Flow from Operations 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 ₨1,238 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-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of 19.31 mean?
Century Paper & Board Mills (KAR:CEPB) has a EV-to-OCF of 19.31 as of Aug. 11, 2026. This is 120% above median its historical median of 8.79. According to the industry distribution chart, Century Paper & Board Mills ranks #218 out of 285 companies in the Forest Products industry, placing it in the top 76.5%.
Is Century Paper & Board Mills' EV-to-OCF too high?
Century Paper & Board Mills' current EV-to-OCF of 19.31 is 120% above median its 10-year median of 8.79. The Forest Products industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.93. Century Paper & Board Mills' value of 19.31 is 143.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Century Paper & Board Mills ranks #218 out of 285 companies in the Forest Products industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Century Paper & Board Mills has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Century Paper & Board Mills' EV-to-OCF compare to SLVM?
According to the Forest Products industry distribution chart, Century Paper & Board Mills ranks #218 out of 285 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Century Paper & Board Mills in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.93. Century Paper & Board Mills' value of 19.31 is 143.5% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 8.79 vs. the industry median of 7.93, Century Paper & Board Mills 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-OCF for a Forest Products company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Forest Products companies is 7.93, based on 285 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Century Paper & Board Mills's current EV-to-OCF of 19.31 is 143.5% 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-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Forest Products industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.93 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Century Paper & Board Mills's current EV-to-OCF is 19.31, which is 120% above median its own 10-year median of 8.79. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Century Paper & Board Mills stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Century Paper & Board Mills (KAR:CEPB) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₨26.79, compared to a current price of ₨30.23 — trading 12.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 19.31, which is 120% above median its 10-year median of 8.79 and 143.5% above the Forest Products industry median of 7.93. Century Paper & Board Mills' overall GF Score™ is 63/100 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-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Century Paper & Board Mills (KAR:CEPB), the current EV-to-OCF is 19.31 as of Aug. 11, 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 Century Paper & Board Mills (KAR:CEPB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Century Paper & Board Mills stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₨30.23 is trading 12.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₨26.79. GuruFocus considers Century Paper & Board Mills to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for KAR:CEPB:

  • EV-to-OCF: 19.31 (120% above median its 10-year median of 8.79)
  • GF Value™: ₨26.79 vs. price of ₨30.23 (12.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 143.5% above the Forest Products median (#218 of 285)

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


Century Paper & Board Mills Business Description

Address Sarwar Shaheed Road, Lakson Square, Building No. 2, Karachi, SD, PAK, 74200
Century Paper & Board Mills Ltd is a Pakistan-based company engaged in the manufacturing and marketing of paper, board, and related products. Its product portfolio consists of Coated Brand, Uncoated Brand, MF Paper, MG Paper, Corrugated Boxes, and others.
63GF Score

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