Takagi Seiko (TSE:4242) EV-to-EBIT: 4.30 (As of Sep. 10, 2026) — 33% Below Median

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TSE:4242 Takagi Seiko Corp TSE:4242
63 GF Score
Price 円1,773.00
GF Value 円1,490.86
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Takagi Seiko EV-to-EBIT?

Takagi Seiko TSE:4242 -1.77% 63 EV-to-EBIT is 4.30 as of Sep. 10, 2026, which is 33% below its 10-year median of 6.46. GuruFocus rates TSE:4242 with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,490.86 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,280 Chemicals companies, Takagi Seiko ranks better than 92.42% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Takagi Seiko's Enterprise Value is 円11,194 Mil. Takagi Seiko's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円2,605 Mil. Therefore, Takagi Seiko's EV-to-EBIT for today is 4.30.

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

TSE:4242' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -5.69   Med: 6.46   Max: 55.64
Current: 4.3

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Takagi Seiko was 55.64. The lowest was -5.69. And the median was 6.46.

TSE:4242's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
92.42% of 1280 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 16.59 vs TSE:4242: 4.30

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Takagi Seiko's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円11,146 Mil. Takagi Seiko's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円2,605 Mil. Takagi Seiko's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 23.37%.


Takagi Seiko  (TSE:4242) 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) %.

Takagi Seiko'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 )
=2605/11145.979
=23.37 %

Takagi Seiko's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円11,146 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Takagi Seiko's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円2,605 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.


Takagi Seiko EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Takagi Seiko EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Takagi Seiko'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.

Takagi Seiko EV-to-EBIT Chart

Takagi Seiko 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 5.50 5.77 5.13 -4.81 4.28

Takagi Seiko Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
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 5.13 8.74 -4.81 0.00 4.28

TSE:4242 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Takagi Seiko'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.


Takagi Seiko EV-to-EBIT vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Takagi Seiko's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


TSE:4242
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Takagi Seiko EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=11193.615/2605
=4.30

Takagi Seiko's current Enterprise Value is 円11,194 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Takagi Seiko's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円2,605 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 4.30 mean?
Takagi Seiko (TSE:4242) has a EV-to-EBIT of 4.30 as of Sep. 10, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Takagi Seiko and its competitors. This is 33% below median its historical median of 6.46. According to the industry distribution chart, Takagi Seiko ranks #97 out of 1280 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 7.6%.
Is Takagi Seiko's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Takagi Seiko's current EV-to-EBIT of 4.30 is 33% below median its 10-year median of 6.46. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBIT is 16.59. Takagi Seiko's value of 4.30 is 74.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Takagi Seiko ranks #97 out of 1280 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Takagi Seiko has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Takagi Seiko's EV-to-EBIT compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Takagi Seiko ranks #97 out of 1280 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Takagi Seiko in the top 8% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 16.59. Takagi Seiko's value of 4.30 is 74.1% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 6.46 vs. the industry median of 16.59, Takagi Seiko 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Chemicals companies is 16.59, based on 1,280 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. Takagi Seiko's current EV-to-EBIT of 4.30 is 74.1% 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 Takagi Seiko and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 16.59 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Takagi Seiko's current EV-to-EBIT is 4.30, which is 33% below median its own 10-year median of 6.46. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Takagi Seiko stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Takagi Seiko (TSE:4242) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,490.86, compared to a current price of 円1,773.00 — trading 18.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 4.30, which is 33% below median its 10-year median of 6.46 and 74.1% below the Chemicals industry median of 16.59. Takagi Seiko's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 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 Takagi Seiko (TSE:4242), the current EV-to-EBIT is 4.30 as of Sep. 10, 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 Takagi Seiko (TSE:4242) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Takagi Seiko stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円1,773.00 is trading 18.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,490.86. GuruFocus considers Takagi Seiko to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:4242:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 4.30 (33% below median its 10-year median of 6.46)
  • GF Value™: 円1,490.86 vs. price of 円1,773.00 (18.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 74.1% below the Chemicals median (#97 of 1280)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:4242 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Takagi Seiko Business Description

Address 322-3, Nitsuka, Toyama Prefecture, Takaoka, JPN, 933-8628
Takagi Seiko Corp is engaged in the manufacture and sale of plastic products, plastic molding, metal press products, and engineering work like product design and technical support. The business of the company includes the vehicle business, the OA business, and the communication equipment business.
63GF Score

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円1,773.00
Price
円1,490.86
GF Value