Kitazato (TSE:368A) EV-to-EBIT: 7.15 (As of Sep. 06, 2026) — 38% Below Median

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TSE:368A Kitazato Corp TSE:368A
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What is Kitazato EV-to-EBIT?

Kitazato TSE:368A +0.28% 20 EV-to-EBIT is 7.15 as of Sep. 06, 2026, which is 38% below its 10-year median of 11.56. GuruFocus rates TSE:368A with a GF Score™ of 20/100. The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 475 Medical Devices & Instruments companies, Kitazato ranks better than 84.63% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Kitazato's Enterprise Value is 円45,168 Mil. Kitazato's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円6,314 Mil. Therefore, Kitazato's EV-to-EBIT for today is 7.15.

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

TSE:368A' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.71   Med: 11.56   Max: 57.43
Current: 7.15

During the past 4 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Kitazato was 57.43. The lowest was 5.71. And the median was 11.56.

TSE:368A's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
84.63% of 475 companies
in the Medical Devices & Instruments industry
Industry Median: 18.52 vs TSE:368A: 7.15

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Kitazato's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円39,146 Mil. Kitazato's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円6,314 Mil. Kitazato's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 16.13%.


Kitazato  (TSE:368A) 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) %.

Kitazato'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 )
=6314/39146
=16.13 %

Kitazato's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円39,146 Mil.
Kitazato'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6,314 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.


Kitazato EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Kitazato EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kitazato'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.

Kitazato EV-to-EBIT Chart

Kitazato Annual Data
Trend Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT
0.00 0.00 0.00 6.63

Kitazato Quarterly Data
Mar23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
EV-to-EBIT Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only 51.60 17.43 11.87 6.63 0.00

TSE:368A vs ISRG, BDX, RMD: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Medical Instruments & Supplies subindustry, Kitazato'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.


Kitazato EV-to-EBIT vs Medical Devices & Instruments Industry

For the Medical Devices & Instruments industry and Healthcare sector, Kitazato's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Kitazato EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=45168.000/6314
=7.15

Kitazato's current Enterprise Value is 円45,168 Mil.
Kitazato'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6,314 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 7.15 mean?
Kitazato (TSE:368A) has a EV-to-EBIT of 7.15 as of Sep. 06, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Kitazato and its competitors. This is 38% below median its historical median of 11.56. Over the past decade, Kitazato's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 5.71 to 57.43. According to the industry distribution chart, Kitazato ranks #73 out of 475 companies in the Medical Devices & Instruments industry, placing it in the top 15.4%.
Is Kitazato's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Kitazato's current EV-to-EBIT of 7.15 is 38% below median its 10-year median of 11.56. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.71 to a high of 57.43. The Medical Devices & Instruments industry median EV-to-EBIT is 18.52. Kitazato's value of 7.15 is 61.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kitazato ranks #73 out of 475 companies in the Medical Devices & Instruments industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Kitazato has a GF Score™ of 20/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kitazato's EV-to-EBIT compare to ISRG and BDX?
According to the Medical Devices & Instruments industry distribution chart, Kitazato ranks #73 out of 475 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Kitazato in the top 15% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 18.52. Kitazato's value of 7.15 is 61.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Kitazato's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 5.71 to 57.43 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.56 vs. the industry median of 18.52, Kitazato 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 Medical Devices & Instruments company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Medical Devices & Instruments companies is 18.52, based on 475 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. Kitazato's current EV-to-EBIT of 7.15 is 61.4% 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 Kitazato and its competitors. For the Medical Devices & Instruments industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 18.52 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kitazato's current EV-to-EBIT is 7.15, which is 38% below median its own 10-year median of 11.56. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kitazato stock overvalued right now?
Kitazato (TSE:368A) has a current EV-to-EBIT of 7.15. The current EV-to-EBIT is 7.15, which is 38% below median its 10-year median of 11.56 and 61.4% below the Medical Devices & Instruments industry median of 18.52. Kitazato's overall GF Score™ is 20/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Kitazato (TSE:368A), the current EV-to-EBIT is 7.15 as of Sep. 06, 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.

Kitazato Business Description

Address 100-10 Yanagishima, Fuji-shi, Shizuoka, JPN, 416-0932
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