Muromachi Chemicals (TSE:4885) EV-to-EBIT: 10.12 (As of Aug. 27, 2026) — Near Median

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TSE:4885 Muromachi Chemicals Inc TSE:4885
78 GF Score
Price 円900.00
GF Value 円991.01
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Muromachi Chemicals EV-to-EBIT?

Muromachi Chemicals TSE:4885 -0.88% 78 EV-to-EBIT is 10.12 as of Aug. 27, 2026, which is 4% below its 10-year median of 10.50. GuruFocus rates TSE:4885 with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of 円991.01 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,274 Chemicals companies, Muromachi Chemicals ranks better than 70.33% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Muromachi Chemicals's Enterprise Value is 円3,780 Mil. Muromachi Chemicals's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円374 Mil. Therefore, Muromachi Chemicals's EV-to-EBIT for today is 10.12.

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

TSE:4885' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.3   Med: 10.5   Max: 51.33
Current: 10.11

During the past 8 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Muromachi Chemicals was 51.33. The lowest was 6.30. And the median was 10.50.

TSE:4885's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
70.33% of 1274 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 16.685 vs TSE:4885: 10.11

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Muromachi Chemicals's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 円5,795 Mil. Muromachi Chemicals's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円374 Mil. Muromachi Chemicals's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 6.45%.


Muromachi Chemicals  (TSE:4885) 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) %.

Muromachi Chemicals'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 )
=373.567/5795.328
=6.45 %

Muromachi Chemicals's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 円5,795 Mil.
Muromachi Chemicals'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374 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.


Muromachi Chemicals EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Muromachi Chemicals EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Muromachi Chemicals'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.

Muromachi Chemicals EV-to-EBIT Chart

Muromachi Chemicals Annual Data
Trend May19 May20 May21 May22 May23 May24 May25 May26
EV-to-EBIT
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Muromachi Chemicals Quarterly Data
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TSE:4885 vs DOW: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Chemicals subindustry, Muromachi Chemicals'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.


Muromachi Chemicals EV-to-EBIT vs Chemicals Industry

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

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


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Muromachi Chemicals EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=3780.350/373.567
=10.12

Muromachi Chemicals's current Enterprise Value is 円3,780 Mil.
Muromachi Chemicals'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374 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 10.12 mean?
Muromachi Chemicals (TSE:4885) has a EV-to-EBIT of 10.12 as of Aug. 27, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Muromachi Chemicals and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 10.50. Over the past decade, Muromachi Chemicals' EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 6.30 to 51.33. According to the industry distribution chart, Muromachi Chemicals ranks #378 out of 1274 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 29.7%.
Is Muromachi Chemicals' EV-to-EBIT too high?
Muromachi Chemicals' current EV-to-EBIT of 10.12 is near median its 10-year median of 10.50. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.30 to a high of 51.33. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBIT is 16.69. Muromachi Chemicals' value of 10.12 is 39.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Muromachi Chemicals ranks #378 out of 1274 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Muromachi Chemicals has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Muromachi Chemicals' EV-to-EBIT compare to DOW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Muromachi Chemicals ranks #378 out of 1274 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Muromachi Chemicals in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 16.69. Muromachi Chemicals' value of 10.12 is 39.3% below this benchmark. Historically, Muromachi Chemicals' own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 6.30 to 51.33 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.50 vs. the industry median of 16.69, Muromachi Chemicals 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 16.69, based on 1,274 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. Muromachi Chemicals's current EV-to-EBIT of 10.12 is 39.3% 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 Muromachi Chemicals and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 16.69 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Muromachi Chemicals's current EV-to-EBIT is 10.12, which is near median its own 10-year median of 10.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Muromachi Chemicals stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Muromachi Chemicals (TSE:4885) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円991.01, compared to a current price of 円900.00 — trading 9.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 10.12, which is near median its 10-year median of 10.50 and 39.3% below the Chemicals industry median of 16.69. Muromachi Chemicals' overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 2 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 Muromachi Chemicals (TSE:4885), the current EV-to-EBIT is 10.12 as of Aug. 27, 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 Muromachi Chemicals (TSE:4885) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Muromachi Chemicals stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円900.00 is trading 9.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円991.01. GuruFocus considers Muromachi Chemicals to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:4885:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 10.12 (near median its 10-year median of 10.50)
  • GF Value™: 円991.01 vs. price of 円900.00 (9.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 39.3% below the Chemicals median (#378 of 1274)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:4885 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Muromachi Chemicals Business Description

Address 38-5 Shinshotachicho 1-chome, Omuta, Fukuoka, JPN, 836-0895
Muromachi Chemicals Inc is engaged in the production and distribution of pharmaceuticals, planning, production, and distribution of health foods, and distribution and processing of ion-exchange resin products. The Company has three reportable segments based on business type: Pharmaceuticals Business, Health Food Business, and Chemicals Business.
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