Nippon Ichi Software (TSE:3851) EV-to-EBIT: -16.06 (As of Sep. 21, 2026)

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TSE:3851 Nippon Ichi Software Inc TSE:3851
42 GF Score
Price 円1,445.00
GF Value 円579.39
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is Nippon Ichi Software EV-to-EBIT?

Nippon Ichi Software TSE:3851 +0.98% 42 EV-to-EBIT is -16.06 as of Sep. 21, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSE:3851 with a GF Score™ of 42/100 and a GF Value™ of 円579.39 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 327 Interactive Media companies, Nippon Ichi Software ranks worse than 305810.09% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Nippon Ichi Software's Enterprise Value is 円2,842 Mil. Nippon Ichi Software's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was 円-177 Mil. Therefore, Nippon Ichi Software's EV-to-EBIT for today is -16.06.

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

TSE:3851' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -23.79   Med: 2.97   Max: 38.41
Current: -11.08

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Nippon Ichi Software was 38.41. The lowest was -23.79. And the median was 2.97.

TSE:3851's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
100% of 327 companies
in the Interactive Media industry
Industry Median: 8.26 vs TSE:3851: -11.08

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Nippon Ichi Software's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 円-295 Mil. Nippon Ichi Software's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was 円-177 Mil. Nippon Ichi Software's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 59.90%.


Nippon Ichi Software  (TSE:3851) 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) %.

Nippon Ichi Software's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Jun. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=-176.983/-295.4497
=59.90 %

Nippon Ichi Software's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 円-295 Mil.
Nippon Ichi Software's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円-177 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.


Nippon Ichi Software EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Nippon Ichi Software EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Nippon Ichi Software'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.

Nippon Ichi Software EV-to-EBIT Chart

Nippon Ichi Software Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 1.98 2.60 1.39 -13.97 1.30

Nippon Ichi Software Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
EV-to-EBIT Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -3.92 -6.94 -3.39 1.30 1.67

TSE:3851 vs NTES, TTWO, RBLX: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Electronic Gaming & Multimedia subindustry, Nippon Ichi Software'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.


Nippon Ichi Software EV-to-EBIT vs Interactive Media Industry

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

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


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Nippon Ichi Software EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Nippon Ichi Software's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=2841.902/-176.983
=-16.06

Nippon Ichi Software's current Enterprise Value is 円2,842 Mil.
Nippon Ichi Software's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円-177 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 -16.06 mean?
Nippon Ichi Software (TSE:3851) has a EV-to-EBIT of -16.06 as of Sep. 21, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Nippon Ichi Software and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Nippon Ichi Software ranks #999999 out of 327 companies in the Interactive Media industry.
Is Nippon Ichi Software's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Nippon Ichi Software's current EV-to-EBIT is -16.06. Based on the distribution chart, Nippon Ichi Software ranks #999999 out of 327 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Nippon Ichi Software has a GF Score™ of 42/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nippon Ichi Software's EV-to-EBIT compare to NTES and TTWO?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, Nippon Ichi Software ranks #999999 out of 327 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Nippon Ichi Software in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 8.26. 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 8.26, based on 327 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 Nippon Ichi Software and its competitors. For the Interactive Media industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 8.26 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Nippon Ichi Software's current EV-to-EBIT is -16.06. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nippon Ichi Software stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nippon Ichi Software (TSE:3851) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円579.39, compared to a current price of 円1,445.00 — trading 149.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is -16.06. Nippon Ichi Software's overall GF Score™ is 42/100 with 9 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 Nippon Ichi Software (TSE:3851), the current EV-to-EBIT is -16.06 as of Sep. 21, 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 Nippon Ichi Software (TSE:3851) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nippon Ichi Software stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円1,445.00 is trading 149.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円579.39. GuruFocus considers Nippon Ichi Software to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:3851:

  • EV-to-EBIT: -16.06
  • GF Value™: 円579.39 vs. price of 円1,445.00 (149.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 42/100 with 9 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:3851 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Nippon Ichi Software Business Description

Address 3-17 Tsukiokacho, Sohara, Gifu Prefecture, Kakamigahara, JPN
Nippon Ichi Software Inc is engaged in developing, manufacturing, and selling computer software in Japan and other Asian countries, North America, and Europe. It develops software for consumer game machines, mobile game machines, mobile phones, smartphones, arcades, and produces content of various genres. Its segments include Entertainment Business and Student Dormitories & Other Businesses.
42GF Score

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円1,445.00
Price
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GF Value