KURRY (Kuraray Co) EV-to-EBIT: 41.27 (As of Aug. 17, 2026) — 272% Above Median

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KURRY Kuraray Co Ltd KURRY
78 GF Score
Price $38.00
GF Value $28.48
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Kuraray Co EV-to-EBIT?

Kuraray Co KURRY 78 EV-to-EBIT is 41.27 as of Aug. 17, 2026, which is 272% above its 10-year median of 11.08. GuruFocus rates KURRY with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of $28.48 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,250 Chemicals companies, Kuraray Co ranks worse than 80.16% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Kuraray Co's Enterprise Value is $5,097 Mil. Kuraray Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $124 Mil. Therefore, Kuraray Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is 41.27.

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

KURRY' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -230.51   Med: 11.08   Max: 143.68
Current: 42.47

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Kuraray Co was 143.68. The lowest was -230.51. And the median was 11.08.

KURRY's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
80.16% of 1250 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 17.72 vs KURRY: 42.47

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Kuraray Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was $4,379 Mil. Kuraray Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $124 Mil. Kuraray Co's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 2.82%.


Kuraray Co  (OTCPK:KURRY) 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) %.

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

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Jun. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=123.51/4378.64172
=2.82 %

Kuraray Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was $4,379 Mil.
Kuraray Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $124 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.


Kuraray Co EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Kuraray Co EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kuraray 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.

Kuraray Co EV-to-EBIT Chart

Kuraray Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Kuraray Co Quarterly Data
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KURRY vs DOW: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Chemicals subindustry, Kuraray 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.


Kuraray Co EV-to-EBIT vs Chemicals Industry

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

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


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Kuraray Co EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=5097.290/123.51
=41.27

Kuraray Co's current Enterprise Value is $5,097 Mil.
Kuraray Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $124 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 41.27 mean?
Kuraray Co (KURRY) has a EV-to-EBIT of 41.27 as of Aug. 17, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Kuraray Co and its competitors. This is 272% above median its historical median of 11.08. According to the industry distribution chart, Kuraray Co ranks #1002 out of 1250 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 80.2%.
Is Kuraray Co's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Kuraray Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 41.27 is 272% above median its 10-year median of 11.08. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBIT is 17.72. Kuraray Co's value of 41.27 is 132.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kuraray Co ranks #1002 out of 1250 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Kuraray Co has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kuraray Co's EV-to-EBIT compare to DOW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Kuraray Co ranks #1002 out of 1250 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Kuraray Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 17.72. Kuraray Co's value of 41.27 is 132.9% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 11.08 vs. the industry median of 17.72, Kuraray Co 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Chemicals companies is 17.72, based on 1,250 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. Kuraray Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 41.27 is 132.9% 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 Kuraray Co and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 17.72 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kuraray Co's current EV-to-EBIT is 41.27, which is 272% above median its own 10-year median of 11.08. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kuraray Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kuraray Co (KURRY) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $28.48, compared to a current price of $38.00 — trading 33.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 41.27, which is 272% above median its 10-year median of 11.08 and 132.9% above the Chemicals industry median of 17.72. Kuraray Co's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 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-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Kuraray Co (KURRY), the current EV-to-EBIT is 41.27 as of Aug. 17, 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 Kuraray Co (KURRY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kuraray Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $38.00 is trading 33.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $28.48. GuruFocus considers Kuraray Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for KURRY:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 41.27 (272% above median its 10-year median of 11.08)
  • GF Value™: $28.48 vs. price of $38.00 (33.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 132.9% above the Chemicals median (#1002 of 1250)

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


Kuraray Co Business Description

Other Exchanges 3405:JapanKUY:Germany
Address 2-6-4 Otemachi, Tokiwabashi Tower, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 100-0004
Kuraray Co Ltd manufactures and sells specialty chemicals, fibers, and resins. The firm organizes itself into six segments based on product type. The Vinyl Acetate segment, which generates the majority of revenue, sells plastic films and resins for use in the food packaging and electronics industries. The Isoprene segment sells isoprene chemicals, thermoplastic elastomers, and liquid rubber. The Functional Materials segment sells dental materials, while the Textile segment sells fibers for cement and concrete, as well as industrial products for automobiles and hook-and-loop fasteners for clothing. The other two segments are Trading and Other.
78GF Score

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