Media Kobo (TSE:3815) EV-to-EBIT: -6.88 (As of Sep. 11, 2026)

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TSE:3815 Media Kobo Inc TSE:3815
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Price 円428.00
GF Value 円376.04
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Media Kobo EV-to-EBIT?

Media Kobo TSE:3815 48 EV-to-EBIT is -6.88 as of Sep. 11, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSE:3815 with a GF Score™ of 48/100 and a GF Value™ of 円376.04 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 328 Interactive Media companies, Media Kobo ranks worse than 304877.74% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Media Kobo's Enterprise Value is 円4,509 Mil. Media Kobo's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円-655 Mil. Therefore, Media Kobo's EV-to-EBIT for today is -6.88.

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

TSE:3815' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -252.76   Med: -7.32   Max: 1422.3
Current: -6.88

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Media Kobo was 1422.30. The lowest was -252.76. And the median was -7.32.

TSE:3815's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
100% of 328 companies
in the Interactive Media industry
Industry Median: 8.335 vs TSE:3815: -6.88

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Media Kobo's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 円4,906 Mil. Media Kobo's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円-655 Mil. Media Kobo's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was -13.35%.


Media Kobo  (TSE:3815) 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) %.

Media Kobo'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 )
=-655.01/4905.921
=-13.35 %

Media Kobo's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 円4,906 Mil.
Media Kobo'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-655 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.


Media Kobo EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Media Kobo EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Media Kobo'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.

Media Kobo EV-to-EBIT Chart

Media Kobo Annual Data
Trend Aug16 Aug17 Aug18 Aug19 Aug20 Aug21 Aug22 Aug23 Aug24 Aug25
EV-to-EBIT
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Media Kobo Quarterly Data
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TSE:3815 vs GOOGL, META, SPOT: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Internet Content & Information subindustry, Media Kobo'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.


Media Kobo EV-to-EBIT vs Interactive Media Industry

For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, Media Kobo's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Media Kobo EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=4508.766/-655.01
=-6.88

Media Kobo's current Enterprise Value is 円4,509 Mil.
Media Kobo'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-655 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 -6.88 mean?
Media Kobo (TSE:3815) has a EV-to-EBIT of -6.88 as of Sep. 11, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Media Kobo and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Media Kobo ranks #999999 out of 328 companies in the Interactive Media industry.
Is Media Kobo's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Media Kobo's current EV-to-EBIT is -6.88. Based on the distribution chart, Media Kobo ranks #999999 out of 328 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Media Kobo has a GF Score™ of 48/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Media Kobo's EV-to-EBIT compare to GOOGL and META?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, Media Kobo ranks #999999 out of 328 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Media Kobo in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 8.34. 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 an Interactive Media company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Interactive Media companies is 8.34, based on 328 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. 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 Media Kobo and its competitors. For the Interactive Media industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 8.34 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Media Kobo's current EV-to-EBIT is -6.88. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Media Kobo stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Media Kobo (TSE:3815) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円376.04, compared to a current price of 円428.00 — trading 13.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is -6.88. Media Kobo's overall GF Score™ is 48/100 with 5 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 Media Kobo (TSE:3815), the current EV-to-EBIT is -6.88 as of Sep. 11, 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 Media Kobo (TSE:3815) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Media Kobo stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円428.00 is trading 13.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円376.04. GuruFocus considers Media Kobo to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:3815:

  • EV-to-EBIT: -6.88
  • GF Value™: 円376.04 vs. price of 円428.00 (13.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 48/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:3815 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Media Kobo Business Description

Address 7-15-9 Roppongi, Sumitomo Realty & Development Roppongi Central Tower, 9th Floor, Minato-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 106-0032
Media Kobo Inc is engaged in is engaged in fortune-telling, entertainment and matching services, and other businesses. Its services also include: Digital content business, one to one marketing, and beauty business.
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