Is Andhra Paper overvalued or undervalued?

As of 18 July 2025, Andhra Paper's valuation grade has moved from very expensive to expensive, indicating a slight improvement in its perceived value. The company is currently considered overvalued. Key ratios include a PE ratio of 18.41, an EV to EBITDA of 7.33, and a Price to Book Value of 0.84.
When compared to peers, JK Paper is rated very attractive with a PE of 16.04 and EV to EBITDA of 8.61, while West Coast Paper is also expensive with a PE of 11.89 and EV to EBITDA of 6.08. Despite a recent uptick in stock performance, Andhra Paper's year-to-date return of -13.19% starkly contrasts with the Sensex's gain of 4.63%, reinforcing the notion that the stock may not be a favorable investment at its current valuation.