Sanko Metal Industrial Co (TSE:1972) EV-to-EBIT: 2.89 (As of Aug. 20, 2026) — 70% Above Median

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TSE:1972 Sanko Metal Industrial Co Ltd TSE:1972
63 GF Score
Price 円1,312.00
GF Value 円1,128.07
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Sanko Metal Industrial Co EV-to-EBIT?

Sanko Metal Industrial Co TSE:1972 +0.54% 63 EV-to-EBIT is 2.89 as of Aug. 20, 2026, which is 70% above its 10-year median of 1.70. GuruFocus rates TSE:1972 with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,128.07 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,425 Construction companies, Sanko Metal Industrial Co ranks better than 90.81% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Sanko Metal Industrial Co's Enterprise Value is 円11,202 Mil. Sanko Metal Industrial Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円3,871 Mil. Therefore, Sanko Metal Industrial Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is 2.89.

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

TSE:1972' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -0.42   Med: 1.7   Max: 14.6
Current: 2.9

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Sanko Metal Industrial Co was 14.60. The lowest was -0.42. And the median was 1.70.

TSE:1972's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
90.81% of 1425 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 10.71 vs TSE:1972: 2.90

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Sanko Metal Industrial Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円11,183 Mil. Sanko Metal Industrial Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円3,871 Mil. Sanko Metal Industrial Co's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 34.61%.


Sanko Metal Industrial Co  (TSE:1972) 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) %.

Sanko Metal Industrial 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 )
=3871/11183.458
=34.61 %

Sanko Metal Industrial Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円11,183 Mil.
Sanko Metal Industrial 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 円3,871 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.


Sanko Metal Industrial Co EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Sanko Metal Industrial Co EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sanko Metal Industrial 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.

Sanko Metal Industrial Co EV-to-EBIT Chart

Sanko Metal Industrial Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT
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Sanko Metal Industrial Co Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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TSE:1972 vs TT, JCI, CARR: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Building Products & Equipment subindustry, Sanko Metal Industrial 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.


Sanko Metal Industrial Co EV-to-EBIT vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Sanko Metal Industrial Co's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


TSE:1972
63GF Score
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Sanko Metal Industrial Co EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Sanko Metal Industrial Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=11202.126/3871
=2.89

Sanko Metal Industrial Co's current Enterprise Value is 円11,202 Mil.
Sanko Metal Industrial 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 円3,871 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 2.89 mean?
Sanko Metal Industrial Co (TSE:1972) has a EV-to-EBIT of 2.89 as of Aug. 20, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Sanko Metal Industrial Co and its competitors. This is 70% above median its historical median of 1.70. According to the industry distribution chart, Sanko Metal Industrial Co ranks #131 out of 1425 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 9.2%.
Is Sanko Metal Industrial Co's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Sanko Metal Industrial Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 2.89 is 70% above median its 10-year median of 1.70. The Construction industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.71. Sanko Metal Industrial Co's value of 2.89 is 73% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sanko Metal Industrial Co ranks #131 out of 1425 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Sanko Metal Industrial Co has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sanko Metal Industrial Co's EV-to-EBIT compare to TT and JCI?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Sanko Metal Industrial Co ranks #131 out of 1425 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Sanko Metal Industrial Co in the top 9% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.71. Sanko Metal Industrial Co's value of 2.89 is 73% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 1.70 vs. the industry median of 10.71, Sanko Metal Industrial 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 Construction company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Construction companies is 10.71, based on 1,425 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. Sanko Metal Industrial Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 2.89 is 73% 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 Sanko Metal Industrial Co and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 10.71 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sanko Metal Industrial Co's current EV-to-EBIT is 2.89, which is 70% above median its own 10-year median of 1.70. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sanko Metal Industrial Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sanko Metal Industrial Co (TSE:1972) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,128.07, compared to a current price of 円1,312.00 — trading 16.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 2.89, which is 70% above median its 10-year median of 1.70 and 73% below the Construction industry median of 10.71. Sanko Metal Industrial Co's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 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 Sanko Metal Industrial Co (TSE:1972), the current EV-to-EBIT is 2.89 as of Aug. 20, 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 Sanko Metal Industrial Co (TSE:1972) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sanko Metal Industrial Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円1,312.00 is trading 16.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,128.07. GuruFocus considers Sanko Metal Industrial Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:1972:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 2.89 (70% above median its 10-year median of 1.70)
  • GF Value™: 円1,128.07 vs. price of 円1,312.00 (16.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 73% below the Construction median (#131 of 1425)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:1972 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Sanko Metal Industrial Co Business Description

Address No. 23 No. 13 four-chom, Tokyo, JPN
Sanko Metal Industrial Co Ltd is engaged in the manufacturing, processing, and execution and sales of roofing, construction materials and paint as well as design and contract services for ancillary construction work. The product line includes - Galvanized steel sheet, Aluminium-plated steel sheet, PVC coated steel sheet, NS acid-resistant clad steel sheet, and colour stainless-steel sheet.
63GF Score

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円1,312.00
Price
円1,128.07
GF Value