Sanyu Co (TSE:5697) EV-to-EBIT: 1.45 (As of Aug. 19, 2026) — 77% Below Median

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TSE:5697 Sanyu Co Ltd TSE:5697
73 GF Score
Price 円820.00
GF Value 円567.93
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Sanyu Co EV-to-EBIT?

Sanyu Co TSE:5697 -1.20% 73 EV-to-EBIT is 1.45 as of Aug. 19, 2026, which is 77% below its 10-year median of 6.31. GuruFocus rates TSE:5697 with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of 円567.93 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 490 Steel companies, Sanyu Co ranks better than 95.92% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Sanyu Co's Enterprise Value is 円1,680 Mil. Sanyu Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,160 Mil. Therefore, Sanyu Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is 1.45.

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

TSE:5697' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -546.1   Med: 6.31   Max: 39.32
Current: 1.45

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Sanyu Co was 39.32. The lowest was -546.10. And the median was 6.31.

TSE:5697's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
95.92% of 490 companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 12.91 vs TSE:5697: 1.45

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Sanyu Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,355 Mil. Sanyu Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,160 Mil. Sanyu Co's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 85.57%.


Sanyu Co  (TSE:5697) 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) %.

Sanyu Co'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 )
=1159.779/1355.327
=85.57 %

Sanyu Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,355 Mil.
Sanyu Co'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1,160 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.


Sanyu Co EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Sanyu Co EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sanyu Co'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.

Sanyu Co EV-to-EBIT Chart

Sanyu Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT
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Sanyu Co Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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TSE:5697 vs NUE, STLD, RS: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Sanyu Co'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.


Sanyu Co EV-to-EBIT vs Steel Industry

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

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


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Sanyu Co EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Sanyu Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=1680.307/1159.779
=1.45

Sanyu Co's current Enterprise Value is 円1,680 Mil.
Sanyu Co'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1,160 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 1.45 mean?
Sanyu Co (TSE:5697) has a EV-to-EBIT of 1.45 as of Aug. 19, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Sanyu Co and its competitors. This is 77% below median its historical median of 6.31. According to the industry distribution chart, Sanyu Co ranks #20 out of 490 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 4.1%.
Is Sanyu Co's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Sanyu Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 1.45 is 77% below median its 10-year median of 6.31. The Steel industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.91. Sanyu Co's value of 1.45 is 88.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sanyu Co ranks #20 out of 490 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Sanyu Co has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sanyu Co's EV-to-EBIT compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Sanyu Co ranks #20 out of 490 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Sanyu Co in the top 4% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.91. Sanyu Co's value of 1.45 is 88.8% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 6.31 vs. the industry median of 12.91, Sanyu Co 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 12.91, based on 490 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. Sanyu Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 1.45 is 88.8% 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 Sanyu Co and its competitors. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 12.91 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sanyu Co's current EV-to-EBIT is 1.45, which is 77% below median its own 10-year median of 6.31. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sanyu Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sanyu Co (TSE:5697) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円567.93, compared to a current price of 円820.00 — trading 44.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 1.45, which is 77% below median its 10-year median of 6.31 and 88.8% below the Steel industry median of 12.91. Sanyu Co's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 5 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 Sanyu Co (TSE:5697), the current EV-to-EBIT is 1.45 as of Aug. 19, 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 Sanyu Co (TSE:5697) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sanyu Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円820.00 is trading 44.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円567.93. GuruFocus considers Sanyu Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:5697:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 1.45 (77% below median its 10-year median of 6.31)
  • GF Value™: 円567.93 vs. price of 円820.00 (44.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 88.8% below the Steel median (#20 of 490)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:5697 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Sanyu Co Business Description

Address 3-1-1, Kasugano Kita-cho, Hirakata, Osaka, JPN, 573-0137
Sanyu Co Ltd manufactures and sells general steel products. The company is engaged in manufacturing, processing and sales of cold heading steel wire Sales of general steel materials and related activities.
73GF Score

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