Link-U Group (TSE:4446) EV-to-EBIT: -93.14 (As of Sep. 02, 2026)

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TSE:4446 Link-U Group Inc TSE:4446
58 GF Score
Price 円852.00
GF Value 円110.09
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is Link-U Group EV-to-EBIT?

Link-U Group TSE:4446 -2.29% 58 EV-to-EBIT is -93.14 as of Sep. 02, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSE:4446 with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of 円110.09 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,766 Software companies, Link-U Group ranks worse than 56625.08% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Link-U Group's Enterprise Value is 円12,613.8 Mil. Link-U Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was 円-135.4 Mil. Therefore, Link-U Group's EV-to-EBIT for today is -93.14.

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

TSE:4446' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1578.59   Med: 40.88   Max: 1303.67
Current: -93.14

During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Link-U Group was 1303.67. The lowest was -1578.59. And the median was 40.88.

TSE:4446's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
100% of 1766 companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 13.845 vs TSE:4446: -93.14

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Link-U Group's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jan. 2026 was 円16,884.8 Mil. Link-U Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was 円-135.4 Mil. Link-U Group's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jan. 2026 was -0.80%.


Link-U Group  (TSE:4446) 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) %.

Link-U Group's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jan. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Jan. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Jan. 2026 )
=-135.429/16884.818
=-0.80 %

Link-U Group's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jan. 2026 was 円16,884.8 Mil.
Link-U Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円-135.4 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.


Link-U Group EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Link-U Group EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Link-U Group'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.

Link-U Group EV-to-EBIT Chart

Link-U Group Annual Data
Trend Jul17 Jul18 Jul19 Jul20 Jul21 Jul22 Jul23 Jul24 Jul25
EV-to-EBIT
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Link-U Group Quarterly Data
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TSE:4446 vs CRM, SHOP, UBER: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Software - Application subindustry, Link-U Group'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.


Link-U Group EV-to-EBIT vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, Link-U Group's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Link-U Group EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Link-U Group's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=12613.763/-135.429
=-93.14

Link-U Group's current Enterprise Value is 円12,613.8 Mil.
Link-U Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円-135.4 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 -93.14 mean?
Link-U Group (TSE:4446) has a EV-to-EBIT of -93.14 as of Sep. 02, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Link-U Group and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Link-U Group ranks #999999 out of 1766 companies in the Software industry.
Is Link-U Group's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Link-U Group's current EV-to-EBIT is -93.14. Based on the distribution chart, Link-U Group ranks #999999 out of 1766 companies in the Software industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Link-U Group has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Link-U Group's EV-to-EBIT compare to CRM and SHOP?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Link-U Group ranks #999999 out of 1766 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Link-U Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.85. 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 Software company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Software companies is 13.85, based on 1,766 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 Link-U Group and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 13.85 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Link-U Group's current EV-to-EBIT is -93.14. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Link-U Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Link-U Group (TSE:4446) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円110.09, compared to a current price of 円852.00 — trading 673.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is -93.14. Link-U Group's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 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 Link-U Group (TSE:4446), the current EV-to-EBIT is -93.14 as of Sep. 02, 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 Link-U Group (TSE:4446) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Link-U Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円852.00 is trading 673.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円110.09. GuruFocus considers Link-U Group to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:4446:

  • EV-to-EBIT: -93.14
  • GF Value™: 円110.09 vs. price of 円852.00 (673.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 58/100 with 1 warning sign

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:4446 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Link-U Group Business Description

Address 2-2-3 Sotokanda, Sumitomo Real Estate Ochanomizu Building, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 101-0021
Link-U Group Inc through its subsidiaries engages in developing and operating manga apps, etc., utilizing data distribution technology based on its own original server design, operates a platform that connects businesses and users, supports and promotes the introduction of digital transformation, as well as planning, development, and operation in a wide range of areas, from manga apps to government systems, provides IT consulting services such as digital transformation support for government agencies, among others.
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