SHECY (Shin-Etsu Chemical Co) EV-to-EBIT: 12.10 (As of Jul. 29, 2026) — 11% Above Median

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SHECY Shin-Etsu Chemical Co Ltd SHECY
94 GF Score
Price $17.35
GF Value $16.98
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Shin-Etsu Chemical Co EV-to-EBIT?

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co SHECY -3.61% 94 EV-to-EBIT is 12.10 as of Jul. 29, 2026, which is 11% above its 10-year median of 10.87. GuruFocus rates SHECY with a GF Score™ of 94/100 and a GF Value™ of $16.98 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,240 Chemicals companies, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co ranks better than 61.61% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co's Enterprise Value is $56,926 Mil. Shin-Etsu Chemical Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $4,704 Mil. Therefore, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is 12.10.

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

SHECY' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.79   Med: 10.87   Max: 20.15
Current: 12.1

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Shin-Etsu Chemical Co was 20.15. The lowest was 4.79. And the median was 10.87.

SHECY's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
61.61% of 1240 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 17.085 vs SHECY: 12.10

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Shin-Etsu Chemical Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $67,723 Mil. Shin-Etsu Chemical Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $4,704 Mil. Shin-Etsu Chemical Co's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 6.95%.


Shin-Etsu Chemical Co  (OTCPK:SHECY) 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) %.

Shin-Etsu Chemical 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 )
=4704.206/67722.83775
=6.95 %

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $67,723 Mil.
Shin-Etsu Chemical 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 $4,704 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.


Shin-Etsu Chemical Co EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Shin-Etsu Chemical Co EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Shin-Etsu Chemical 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.

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co EV-to-EBIT Chart

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT
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Shin-Etsu Chemical Co Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 8.08 9.81 10.52 9.89 14.59

SHECY vs DOW: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Chemicals subindustry, Shin-Etsu Chemical 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.


Shin-Etsu Chemical Co EV-to-EBIT vs Chemicals Industry

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

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


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Shin-Etsu Chemical Co EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=56925.794/4704.206
=12.10

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co's current Enterprise Value is $56,926 Mil.
Shin-Etsu Chemical 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 $4,704 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 12.10 mean?
Shin-Etsu Chemical Co (SHECY) has a EV-to-EBIT of 12.10 as of Jul. 29, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Shin-Etsu Chemical Co and its competitors. This is 11% above median its historical median of 10.87. Over the past decade, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 4.79 to 20.15. According to the industry distribution chart, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co ranks #476 out of 1240 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 38.4%.
Is Shin-Etsu Chemical Co's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Shin-Etsu Chemical Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 12.10 is 11% above median its 10-year median of 10.87. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.79 to a high of 20.15. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBIT is 17.09. Shin-Etsu Chemical Co's value of 12.10 is 29.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co ranks #476 out of 1240 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co has a GF Score™ of 94/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Shin-Etsu Chemical Co's EV-to-EBIT compare to DOW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co ranks #476 out of 1240 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Shin-Etsu Chemical Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 17.09. Shin-Etsu Chemical Co's value of 12.10 is 29.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 4.79 to 20.15 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.87 vs. the industry median of 17.09, Shin-Etsu Chemical 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 17.09, based on 1,240 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. Shin-Etsu Chemical Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 12.10 is 29.2% 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 Shin-Etsu Chemical Co and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 17.09 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Shin-Etsu Chemical Co's current EV-to-EBIT is 12.10, which is 11% above median its own 10-year median of 10.87. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Shin-Etsu Chemical Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co (SHECY) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $16.98, compared to a current price of $17.35 — trading 2.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 12.10, which is 11% above median its 10-year median of 10.87 and 29.2% below the Chemicals industry median of 17.09. Shin-Etsu Chemical Co's overall GF Score™ is 94/100 with 2 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 Shin-Etsu Chemical Co (SHECY), the current EV-to-EBIT is 12.10 as of Jul. 29, 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 Shin-Etsu Chemical Co (SHECY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $17.35 is trading 2.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $16.98. GuruFocus considers Shin-Etsu Chemical Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for SHECY:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 12.10 (11% above median its 10-year median of 10.87)
  • GF Value™: $16.98 vs. price of $17.35 (2.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 94/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 29.2% below the Chemicals median (#476 of 1240)

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


Shin-Etsu Chemical Co Business Description

Address 1-4-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 100-0005
Shin Etsu Chemical is an industrial conglomerate that was founded in 1926. Some of its largest product groups are silicon metal, polymer, silicone, rare-earth, and cellulose products. It holds top rankings in several markets, notably as the largest PVC and silicon wafer producer globally. Shin-Etsu is most exposed to the construction, semiconductors, and pharmaceutical sectors. Shin Etsu employed 27,342 people as of March 31, 2026, and has production bases in 17 countries.
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