Seiko (TSE:6286) EV-to-EBIT: 1.83 (As of Aug. 27, 2026) — 24% Below Median

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TSE:6286 Seiko Corp TSE:6286
72 GF Score
Price 円1,506.00
GF Value 円972.08
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is Seiko EV-to-EBIT?

Seiko TSE:6286 +0.40% 72 EV-to-EBIT is 1.83 as of Aug. 27, 2026, which is 24% below its 10-year median of 2.40. GuruFocus rates TSE:6286 with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of 円972.08 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 2,389 Industrial Products companies, Seiko ranks better than 97.15% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Seiko's Enterprise Value is 円3,527 Mil. Seiko's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,931 Mil. Therefore, Seiko's EV-to-EBIT for today is 1.83.

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

TSE:6286' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.91   Med: 2.4   Max: 5.64
Current: 1.83

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Seiko was 5.64. The lowest was -3.91. And the median was 2.40.

TSE:6286's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
97.15% of 2389 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 19.18 vs TSE:6286: 1.83

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Seiko's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円4,821 Mil. Seiko's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,931 Mil. Seiko's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 40.06%.


Seiko  (TSE:6286) 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) %.

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 )
=1931.356/4820.997
=40.06 %

Seiko's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円4,821 Mil.
Seiko'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1,931 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.


Seiko EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Seiko EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for 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.

Seiko EV-to-EBIT Chart

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 -0.04 1.83 1.33 1.04 2.65

Seiko Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 4.53 3.05 3.73 2.65 0.00

TSE:6286 vs GEV, ETN, PH: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, 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.


Seiko EV-to-EBIT vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Seiko's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Seiko EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=3527.416/1931.356
=1.83

Seiko's current Enterprise Value is 円3,527 Mil.
Seiko'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1,931 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 1.83 mean?
Seiko (TSE:6286) has a EV-to-EBIT of 1.83 as of Aug. 27, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Seiko and its competitors. This is 24% below median its historical median of 2.40. According to the industry distribution chart, Seiko ranks #68 out of 2389 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 2.8%.
Is Seiko's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Seiko's current EV-to-EBIT of 1.83 is 24% below median its 10-year median of 2.40. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-EBIT is 19.18. Seiko's value of 1.83 is 90.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Seiko ranks #68 out of 2389 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Seiko has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Seiko's EV-to-EBIT compare to GEV and ETN?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Seiko ranks #68 out of 2389 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Seiko in the top 3% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 19.18. Seiko's value of 1.83 is 90.5% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 2.40 vs. the industry median of 19.18, 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Industrial Products companies is 19.18, based on 2,389 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. Seiko's current EV-to-EBIT of 1.83 is 90.5% 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 Seiko and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 19.18 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Seiko's current EV-to-EBIT is 1.83, which is 24% below median its own 10-year median of 2.40. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Seiko stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Seiko (TSE:6286) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円972.08, compared to a current price of 円1,506.00 — trading 54.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 1.83, which is 24% below median its 10-year median of 2.40 and 90.5% below the Industrial Products industry median of 19.18. Seiko's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 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 Seiko (TSE:6286), the current EV-to-EBIT is 1.83 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 Seiko (TSE:6286) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Seiko stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円1,506.00 is trading 54.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円972.08. GuruFocus considers Seiko to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:6286:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 1.83 (24% below median its 10-year median of 2.40)
  • GF Value™: 円972.08 vs. price of 円1,506.00 (54.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 90.5% below the Industrial Products median (#68 of 2389)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:6286 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Seiko Business Description

Address 2-8-1, Tenjin, Shimizu-ku, Shizuoka-sh, Shizuoka, Tokyo, JPN, 424 0809
Seiko Corp is engaged in manufacturing packaging machinery and cold-forged products. It offers bottling and packaging machinery for use in industrial fields. Its cold-forged products include automobile parts. The company also acts carries out the distribution of perrier rinser and air blowers in Japan. The products offered by the company are used in a wide range of industrial fields; food, drinks, cosmetics, toiletry, chemical, pharmaceutical industries, and others.
72GF Score

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