Kyoei Steel (TSE:5440) EV-to-EBIT: 7.63 (As of Sep. 03, 2026) — Near Median

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TSE:5440 Kyoei Steel Ltd TSE:5440
70 GF Score
Price 円2,081.00
GF Value 円2,063.29
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Kyoei Steel EV-to-EBIT?

Kyoei Steel TSE:5440 -2.67% 70 EV-to-EBIT is 7.63 as of Sep. 03, 2026, which is 1% below its 10-year median of 7.74. GuruFocus rates TSE:5440 with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of 円2,063.29 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 493 Steel companies, Kyoei Steel ranks better than 73.43% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Kyoei Steel's Enterprise Value is 円128,375 Mil. Kyoei Steel's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円16,826 Mil. Therefore, Kyoei Steel's EV-to-EBIT for today is 7.63.

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

TSE:5440' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.13   Med: 7.74   Max: 22.85
Current: 7.62

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Kyoei Steel was 22.85. The lowest was 4.13. And the median was 7.74.

TSE:5440's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
73.43% of 493 companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 12.56 vs TSE:5440: 7.62

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Kyoei Steel's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円133,696 Mil. Kyoei Steel's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円16,826 Mil. Kyoei Steel's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 12.59%.


Kyoei Steel  (TSE:5440) 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) %.

Kyoei Steel'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 )
=16826/133696.339
=12.59 %

Kyoei Steel's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円133,696 Mil.
Kyoei Steel's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円16,826 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.


Kyoei Steel EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Kyoei Steel EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kyoei Steel'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.

Kyoei Steel EV-to-EBIT Chart

Kyoei Steel Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT
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Kyoei Steel Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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TSE:5440 vs NUE, STLD, RS: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Kyoei Steel'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.


Kyoei Steel EV-to-EBIT vs Steel Industry

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

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


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Kyoei Steel EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Kyoei Steel's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=128374.942/16826
=7.63

Kyoei Steel's current Enterprise Value is 円128,375 Mil.
Kyoei Steel's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円16,826 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 7.63 mean?
Kyoei Steel (TSE:5440) has a EV-to-EBIT of 7.63 as of Sep. 03, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Kyoei Steel and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 7.74. Over the past decade, Kyoei Steel's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 4.13 to 22.85. According to the industry distribution chart, Kyoei Steel ranks #131 out of 493 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 26.6%.
Is Kyoei Steel's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Kyoei Steel's current EV-to-EBIT of 7.63 is near median its 10-year median of 7.74. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.13 to a high of 22.85. The Steel industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.56. Kyoei Steel's value of 7.63 is 39.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kyoei Steel ranks #131 out of 493 companies in the Steel industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Kyoei Steel has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kyoei Steel's EV-to-EBIT compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Kyoei Steel ranks #131 out of 493 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Kyoei Steel in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.56. Kyoei Steel's value of 7.63 is 39.3% below this benchmark. Historically, Kyoei Steel's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 4.13 to 22.85 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.74 vs. the industry median of 12.56, Kyoei Steel 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 Steel company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Steel companies is 12.56, based on 493 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. Kyoei Steel's current EV-to-EBIT of 7.63 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 Kyoei Steel and its competitors. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 12.56 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kyoei Steel's current EV-to-EBIT is 7.63, which is near median its own 10-year median of 7.74. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kyoei Steel stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kyoei Steel (TSE:5440) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円2,063.29, compared to a current price of 円2,081.00 — trading 0.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 7.63, which is near median its 10-year median of 7.74 and 39.3% below the Steel industry median of 12.56. Kyoei Steel's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 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 Kyoei Steel (TSE:5440), the current EV-to-EBIT is 7.63 as of Sep. 03, 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 Kyoei Steel (TSE:5440) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kyoei Steel stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円2,081.00 is trading 0.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円2,063.29. GuruFocus considers Kyoei Steel to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:5440:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 7.63 (near median its 10-year median of 7.74)
  • GF Value™: 円2,063.29 vs. price of 円2,081.00 (0.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 70/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 39.3% below the Steel median (#131 of 493)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:5440 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Kyoei Steel Business Description

Address Issue 16 No. 4-chome, Kita-ku, Dojimahama, Osaka, JPN, 5300004
Kyoei Steel Ltd is involved in the business Steel and Material recycling. Its primary activities include manufacture, processing, and sale of steel billets and products, collection, transportation and treatment of general, industrial and medical waste, recycling of automobiles and industrial waste, processing assembly of rebars, designing of steel production plants and sale of steelmaking technology. The firm's products include concrete steel bars, flat bars, I-beams, equal angle bars etc.
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円2,081.00
Price
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