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Hamamatsu Photonics KKHPHTF 90 EV-to-EBIT is 30.93 as of Jul. 15, 2026, which is 47% above its 10-year median of 20.99. GuruFocus rates HPHTF with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of $13.93 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,772 Hardware companies, Hamamatsu Photonics KK ranks worse than 63.32% on this metric.
Hamamatsu Photonics KK (OTCPK:HPHTF) 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.
Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $3,284 Mil.
Hamamatsu Photonics KK'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 $139 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.
* 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 Electronic Components subindustry, Hamamatsu Photonics KK'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.
Hamamatsu Photonics KK EV-to-EBIT vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Hamamatsu Photonics KK's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Hamamatsu Photonics KK's EV-to-EBIT falls into.
Hamamatsu Photonics KK's current Enterprise Value is $4,301 Mil.
Hamamatsu Photonics KK'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 $139 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.
Hamamatsu Photonics KK (HPHTF) has a EV-to-EBIT of 30.93 as of Jul. 15, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Hamamatsu Photonics KK and its competitors. This is 47% above median its historical median of 20.99. Over the past decade, Hamamatsu Photonics KK's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 10.54 to 44.67. According to the industry distribution chart, Hamamatsu Photonics KK ranks #1122 out of 1772 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 63.3%.
Is Hamamatsu Photonics KK's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Hamamatsu Photonics KK's current EV-to-EBIT of 30.93 is 47% above median its 10-year median of 20.99. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.54 to a high of 44.67. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBIT is 21.51. Hamamatsu Photonics KK's value of 30.93 is 43.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hamamatsu Photonics KK ranks #1122 out of 1772 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Hamamatsu Photonics KK has a GF Score™ of 90/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hamamatsu Photonics KK's EV-to-EBIT compare to APH and GLW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Hamamatsu Photonics KK ranks #1122 out of 1772 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Hamamatsu Photonics KK in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 21.51. Hamamatsu Photonics KK's value of 30.93 is 43.8% above this benchmark. Historically, Hamamatsu Photonics KK's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 10.54 to 44.67 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 20.99 vs. the industry median of 21.51, Hamamatsu Photonics KK 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-EBIT for a Hardware company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Hardware companies is 21.51, based on 1,772 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. Hamamatsu Photonics KK's current EV-to-EBIT of 30.93 is 43.8% 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-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 Hamamatsu Photonics KK and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 21.51 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hamamatsu Photonics KK's current EV-to-EBIT is 30.93, which is 47% above median its own 10-year median of 20.99. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hamamatsu Photonics KK stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hamamatsu Photonics KK (HPHTF) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.93, compared to a current price of $13.99 — trading 0.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 30.93, which is 47% above median its 10-year median of 20.99 and 43.8% above the Hardware industry median of 21.51. Hamamatsu Photonics KK's overall GF Score™ is 90/100 with 4 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 Hamamatsu Photonics KK (HPHTF), the current EV-to-EBIT is 30.93 as of Jul. 15, 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 Hamamatsu Photonics KK (HPHTF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hamamatsu Photonics KK stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $13.99 is trading 0.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $13.93.
GuruFocus considers Hamamatsu Photonics KK to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for HPHTF:
EV-to-EBIT: 30.93 (47% above median its 10-year median of 20.99)
GF Value™: $13.93 vs. price of $13.99 (0.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 43.8% above the Hardware median (#1122 of 1772)
No single metric tells the full story. See the HPHTF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Hamamatsu Photonics KK is a Japan-based company engaged in the development, manufacture, and sale of optical and electronic devices. The company operates through four reportable segments: Electron Tube, Optical Semiconductor, Imaging and Measuring Instruments, and Laser Businesses. Its products include photomultiplier tubes, optical semiconductor components, imaging and measuring instruments, and laser-related products.
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