Hobonichi Co (TSE:3560) EV-to-EBIT: 8.52 (As of Aug. 31, 2026) — 49% Below Median

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TSE:3560 Hobonichi Co Ltd TSE:3560
90 GF Score
Price 円4,290.00
GF Value 円4,822.95
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Hobonichi Co EV-to-EBIT?

Hobonichi Co TSE:3560 -3.38% 90 EV-to-EBIT is 8.52 as of Aug. 31, 2026, which is 49% below its 10-year median of 16.66. GuruFocus rates TSE:3560 with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of 円4,822.95 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 875 Retail - Cyclical companies, Hobonichi Co ranks better than 68.91% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Hobonichi Co's Enterprise Value is 円9,212 Mil. Hobonichi Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円1,081 Mil. Therefore, Hobonichi Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is 8.52.

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

TSE:3560' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -25.92   Med: 16.66   Max: 257.05
Current: 8.52

During the past 11 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Hobonichi Co was 257.05. The lowest was -25.92. And the median was 16.66.

TSE:3560's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
68.91% of 875 companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 12.85 vs TSE:3560: 8.52

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Hobonichi Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 円5,216 Mil. Hobonichi Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円1,081 Mil. Hobonichi Co's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 20.73%.


Hobonichi Co  (TSE:3560) 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) %.

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

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Feb. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Feb. 2026 )
=1081.184/5215.964
=20.73 %

Hobonichi Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 円5,216 Mil.
Hobonichi Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円1,081 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.


Hobonichi Co EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Hobonichi Co EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hobonichi 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.

Hobonichi Co EV-to-EBIT Chart

Hobonichi Co Annual Data
Trend Aug16 Aug17 Aug18 Aug19 Aug20 Aug21 Aug22 Aug23 Aug24 Aug25
EV-to-EBIT
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Hobonichi Co Quarterly Data
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TSE:3560 vs CASY, WSM, ULTA: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Specialty Retail subindustry, Hobonichi 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.


Hobonichi Co EV-to-EBIT vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Hobonichi Co's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Hobonichi Co EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=9212.130/1081.184
=8.52

Hobonichi Co's current Enterprise Value is 円9,212 Mil.
Hobonichi Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円1,081 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 8.52 mean?
Hobonichi Co (TSE:3560) has a EV-to-EBIT of 8.52 as of Aug. 31, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Hobonichi Co and its competitors. This is 49% below median its historical median of 16.66. According to the industry distribution chart, Hobonichi Co ranks #272 out of 875 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 31.1%.
Is Hobonichi Co's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Hobonichi Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 8.52 is 49% below median its 10-year median of 16.66. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.85. Hobonichi Co's value of 8.52 is 33.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hobonichi Co ranks #272 out of 875 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Hobonichi Co has a GF Score™ of 90/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hobonichi Co's EV-to-EBIT compare to CASY and WSM?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Hobonichi Co ranks #272 out of 875 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Hobonichi Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.85. Hobonichi Co's value of 8.52 is 33.7% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 16.66 vs. the industry median of 12.85, Hobonichi 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Retail - Cyclical companies is 12.85, based on 875 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. Hobonichi Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 8.52 is 33.7% 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 Hobonichi Co and its competitors. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 12.85 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hobonichi Co's current EV-to-EBIT is 8.52, which is 49% below median its own 10-year median of 16.66. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hobonichi Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hobonichi Co (TSE:3560) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円4,822.95, compared to a current price of 円4,290.00 — trading 11.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 8.52, which is 49% below median its 10-year median of 16.66 and 33.7% below the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 12.85. Hobonichi Co'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 Hobonichi Co (TSE:3560), the current EV-to-EBIT is 8.52 as of Aug. 31, 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 Hobonichi Co (TSE:3560) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hobonichi Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円4,290.00 is trading 11.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円4,822.95. GuruFocus considers Hobonichi Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:3560:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 8.52 (49% below median its 10-year median of 16.66)
  • GF Value™: 円4,822.95 vs. price of 円4,290.00 (11.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 90/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 33.7% below the Retail - Cyclical median (#272 of 875)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:3560 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hobonichi Co Business Description

Address 18-3 Kanda Nishikicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 107-0061
Hobonichi Co Ltd is an internet based content development and delivery company. It also provides product development and sales.
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円4,290.00
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