CGCLF (Central Glass Co) EV-to-EBIT: 8.48 (As of Jul. 25, 2026) — 22% Below Median

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CGCLF Central Glass Co Ltd CGCLF
77 GF Score
Price $23.86
GF Value $19.45
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What is Central Glass Co EV-to-EBIT?

Central Glass Co CGCLF 77 EV-to-EBIT is 8.48 as of Jul. 25, 2026, which is 22% below its 10-year median of 10.91. GuruFocus rates CGCLF with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of $19.45. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,239 Chemicals companies, Central Glass Co ranks better than 77.56% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Central Glass Co's Enterprise Value is $685.6 Mil. Central Glass Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $80.8 Mil. Therefore, Central Glass Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is 8.48.

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

CGCLF' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -8.34   Med: 10.91   Max: 29.55
Current: 8.86

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Central Glass Co was 29.55. The lowest was -8.34. And the median was 10.91.

CGCLF's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
77.56% of 1239 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 17.16 vs CGCLF: 8.86

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Central Glass Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $646.5 Mil. Central Glass Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $80.8 Mil. Central Glass Co's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 12.50%.


Central Glass Co  (OTCPK:CGCLF) EV-to-EBIT Explanation

This is a more accurate valuation of companies' operation because it considers the debt and cash on its balance sheet, and non-operating items such as interest payment, tax, and one-time items are not included in the Operating Income.

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %.

Central Glass Co's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Mar. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=80.845/646.54398
=12.50 %

Central Glass Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $646.5 Mil.
Central Glass Co's EBIT 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 $80.8 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.


Central Glass Co EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Central Glass Co EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Central Glass Co's EV-to-EBIT 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.

Central Glass Co EV-to-EBIT Chart

Central Glass Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT
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Central Glass Co Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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CGCLF vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Central Glass Co's EV-to-EBIT, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBIT 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.


Central Glass Co EV-to-EBIT vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Central Glass Co's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Central Glass Co's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


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Central Glass Co EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Central Glass Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=685.585/80.845
=8.48

Central Glass Co's current Enterprise Value is $685.6 Mil.
Central Glass Co's EBIT 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 $80.8 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-EBIT →
What does a EV-to-EBIT of 8.48 mean?
Central Glass Co (CGCLF) has a EV-to-EBIT of 8.48 as of Jul. 25, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Central Glass Co and its competitors. This is 22% below median its historical median of 10.91. According to the industry distribution chart, Central Glass Co ranks #278 out of 1239 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 22.4%.
Is Central Glass Co's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Central Glass Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 8.48 is 22% below median its 10-year median of 10.91. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBIT is 17.16. Central Glass Co's value of 8.48 is 50.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Central Glass Co ranks #278 out of 1239 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Central Glass Co has a GF Score™ of 77/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Central Glass Co's EV-to-EBIT compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Central Glass Co ranks #278 out of 1239 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Central Glass Co in the top 22% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 17.16. Central Glass Co's value of 8.48 is 50.6% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 10.91 vs. the industry median of 17.16, Central Glass Co 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-EBIT for a Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Chemicals companies is 17.16, based on 1,239 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBIT significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBIT should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Central Glass Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 8.48 is 50.6% 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-EBIT mean?
A high EV-to-EBIT can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Central Glass Co and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 17.16 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Central Glass Co's current EV-to-EBIT is 8.48, which is 22% below median its own 10-year median of 10.91. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Central Glass Co stock overvalued right now?
Central Glass Co (CGCLF) has a current EV-to-EBIT of 8.48. The stock's GF Value™ is $19.45, compared to a current price of $23.86 — trading 22.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 8.48, which is 22% below median its 10-year median of 10.91 and 50.6% below the Chemicals industry median of 17.16. Central Glass Co's overall GF Score™ is 77/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Central Glass Co (CGCLF), the current EV-to-EBIT is 8.48 as of Jul. 25, 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 Central Glass Co (CGCLF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Central Glass Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $23.86 is trading 22.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $19.45.

Key valuation signals for CGCLF:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 8.48 (22% below median its 10-year median of 10.91)
  • GF Value™: $19.45 vs. price of $23.86 (22.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 50.6% below the Chemicals median (#278 of 1239)

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


Central Glass Co Business Description

Other Exchanges 4044:Japan
Address 7-1 Kanda-Nishikicho 3-chome, Kowa-Hitotsubashi Building, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 101-0054
Central Glass Co Ltd manufactures and sells a variety of chemicals and glass-based products. The firm's two segments are based on product type. The glass segment, which generates the majority of revenue, sells architectural glass used in windows and other building components, automotive glass, and glass used in electronics for touchscreen panels and liquid-crystal display screens. The chemicals segment sells hydrogen fluoride used to make electronics and pharmaceuticals, fertilizers, soda ash and chloride used in water treatment and refrigerants, and glass fiber products. The majority of revenue comes from Japan and North America.
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