KFC (TSE:3420) EV-to-EBIT: 6.23 (As of Sep. 05, 2026) — 40% Above Median

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TSE:3420 KFC Ltd TSE:3420
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Price 円1,588.00
GF Value 円1,530.06
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is KFC EV-to-EBIT?

KFC TSE:3420 +0.13% 60 EV-to-EBIT is 6.23 as of Sep. 05, 2026, which is 40% above its 10-year median of 4.44. GuruFocus rates TSE:3420 with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,530.06 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 444 Conglomerates companies, KFC ranks better than 78.38% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, KFC's Enterprise Value is 円11,899 Mil. KFC's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,910 Mil. Therefore, KFC's EV-to-EBIT for today is 6.23.

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

TSE:3420' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.29   Med: 4.44   Max: 19.93
Current: 6.23

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of KFC was 19.93. The lowest was 2.29. And the median was 4.44.

TSE:3420's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
78.38% of 444 companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 11.315 vs TSE:3420: 6.23

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. KFC's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円7,196 Mil. KFC's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,910 Mil. KFC's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 26.54%.


KFC  (TSE:3420) 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) %.

KFC'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 )
=1909.999/7195.739
=26.54 %

KFC's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円7,196 Mil.
KFC'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1,910 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.


KFC EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


KFC EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for KFC'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.

KFC EV-to-EBIT Chart

KFC Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT
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KFC Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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TSE:3420 vs MMM, HON: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, KFC'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.


KFC EV-to-EBIT vs Conglomerates Industry

For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, KFC's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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KFC EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=11899.401/1909.999
=6.23

KFC's current Enterprise Value is 円11,899 Mil.
KFC'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1,910 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 6.23 mean?
KFC (TSE:3420) has a EV-to-EBIT of 6.23 as of Sep. 05, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on KFC and its competitors. This is 40% above median its historical median of 4.44. Over the past decade, KFC's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 2.29 to 19.93. According to the industry distribution chart, KFC ranks #96 out of 444 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 21.6%.
Is KFC's EV-to-EBIT too high?
KFC's current EV-to-EBIT of 6.23 is 40% above median its 10-year median of 4.44. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.29 to a high of 19.93. The Conglomerates industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.32. KFC's value of 6.23 is 44.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, KFC ranks #96 out of 444 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, KFC has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does KFC's EV-to-EBIT compare to MMM and HON?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, KFC ranks #96 out of 444 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places KFC in the top 22% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.32. KFC's value of 6.23 is 44.9% below this benchmark. Historically, KFC's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 2.29 to 19.93 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.44 vs. the industry median of 11.32, KFC 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 Conglomerates company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Conglomerates companies is 11.32, based on 444 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. KFC's current EV-to-EBIT of 6.23 is 44.9% 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 KFC and its competitors. For the Conglomerates industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 11.32 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. KFC's current EV-to-EBIT is 6.23, which is 40% above median its own 10-year median of 4.44. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is KFC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KFC (TSE:3420) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,530.06, compared to a current price of 円1,588.00 — trading 3.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 6.23, which is 40% above median its 10-year median of 4.44 and 44.9% below the Conglomerates industry median of 11.32. KFC's overall GF Score™ is 60/100 with 3 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 KFC (TSE:3420), the current EV-to-EBIT is 6.23 as of Sep. 05, 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 KFC (TSE:3420) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KFC stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円1,588.00 is trading 3.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,530.06. GuruFocus considers KFC to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:3420:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 6.23 (40% above median its 10-year median of 4.44)
  • GF Value™: 円1,530.06 vs. price of 円1,588.00 (3.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 60/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 44.9% below the Conglomerates median (#96 of 444)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:3420 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


KFC Business Description

Address No. 2 17, Nishitenumi Northern Ward, Osaka, JPN, 530-0047
KFC Ltd manufactures and sells construction materials. The company's business is divided into three divisions namely Fastener business division which includes the production and sales of steel materials and various hardware products, design and construction of earthquake-resistant construction works of constructions, and others., The civil engineering material business division comprises of manufacture and sales of tunnel support materials such as lock bolts, sales of tunnel waterproof sheets and accessories welding machines and construction machines, and others, and the Construction business division consists of designing and construction of environmental construction such as tunnel interior and fireproof construction and sound insulation wall installation work, and others.
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