Seiwa Chuo Holdings (TSE:7531) EV-to-EBIT: 5.51 (As of Sep. 03, 2026) — 62% Below Median

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TSE:7531 Seiwa Chuo Holdings Corp TSE:7531
62 GF Score
Price 円1,300.00
GF Value 円1,159.92
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Seiwa Chuo Holdings EV-to-EBIT?

Seiwa Chuo Holdings TSE:7531 62 EV-to-EBIT is 5.51 as of Sep. 03, 2026, which is 62% below its 10-year median of 14.50. GuruFocus rates TSE:7531 with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,159.92 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 493 Steel companies, Seiwa Chuo Holdings ranks better than 82.56% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Seiwa Chuo Holdings's Enterprise Value is 円3,058 Mil. Seiwa Chuo Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was 円554 Mil. Therefore, Seiwa Chuo Holdings's EV-to-EBIT for today is 5.51.

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

TSE:7531' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.18   Med: 14.5   Max: 57.09
Current: 5.51

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Seiwa Chuo Holdings was 57.09. The lowest was 4.18. And the median was 14.50.

TSE:7531's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
82.56% of 493 companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 12.56 vs TSE:7531: 5.51

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Seiwa Chuo Holdings's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 円2,920 Mil. Seiwa Chuo Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was 円554 Mil. Seiwa Chuo Holdings's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 18.99%.


Seiwa Chuo Holdings  (TSE:7531) 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) %.

Seiwa Chuo Holdings's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Jun. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=554.455/2919.649
=18.99 %

Seiwa Chuo Holdings's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 円2,920 Mil.
Seiwa Chuo Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円554 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.


Seiwa Chuo Holdings EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Seiwa Chuo Holdings EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Seiwa Chuo Holdings'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.

Seiwa Chuo Holdings EV-to-EBIT Chart

Seiwa Chuo Holdings Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Seiwa Chuo Holdings Quarterly Data
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TSE:7531 vs NUE, STLD, RS: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Seiwa Chuo Holdings'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.


Seiwa Chuo Holdings EV-to-EBIT vs Steel Industry

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

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


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Seiwa Chuo Holdings EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Seiwa Chuo Holdings's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=3057.812/554.455
=5.51

Seiwa Chuo Holdings's current Enterprise Value is 円3,058 Mil.
Seiwa Chuo Holdings's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円554 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 5.51 mean?
Seiwa Chuo Holdings (TSE:7531) has a EV-to-EBIT of 5.51 as of Sep. 03, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Seiwa Chuo Holdings and its competitors. This is 62% below median its historical median of 14.50. Over the past decade, Seiwa Chuo Holdings' EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 4.18 to 57.09. According to the industry distribution chart, Seiwa Chuo Holdings ranks #86 out of 493 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 17.4%.
Is Seiwa Chuo Holdings' EV-to-EBIT too high?
Seiwa Chuo Holdings' current EV-to-EBIT of 5.51 is 62% below median its 10-year median of 14.50. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.18 to a high of 57.09. The Steel industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.56. Seiwa Chuo Holdings' value of 5.51 is 56.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Seiwa Chuo Holdings ranks #86 out of 493 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Seiwa Chuo Holdings has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Seiwa Chuo Holdings' EV-to-EBIT compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Seiwa Chuo Holdings ranks #86 out of 493 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Seiwa Chuo Holdings in the top 17% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.56. Seiwa Chuo Holdings' value of 5.51 is 56.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Seiwa Chuo Holdings' own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 4.18 to 57.09 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 14.50 vs. the industry median of 12.56, Seiwa Chuo Holdings 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. Seiwa Chuo Holdings's current EV-to-EBIT of 5.51 is 56.1% 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 Seiwa Chuo Holdings 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. Seiwa Chuo Holdings's current EV-to-EBIT is 5.51, which is 62% below median its own 10-year median of 14.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Seiwa Chuo Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Seiwa Chuo Holdings (TSE:7531) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,159.92, compared to a current price of 円1,300.00 — trading 12.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 5.51, which is 62% below median its 10-year median of 14.50 and 56.1% below the Steel industry median of 12.56. Seiwa Chuo Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 62/100 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 Seiwa Chuo Holdings (TSE:7531), the current EV-to-EBIT is 5.51 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 Seiwa Chuo Holdings (TSE:7531) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Seiwa Chuo Holdings stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円1,300.00 is trading 12.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,159.92. GuruFocus considers Seiwa Chuo Holdings to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:7531:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 5.51 (62% below median its 10-year median of 14.50)
  • GF Value™: 円1,159.92 vs. price of 円1,300.00 (12.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 62/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 56.1% below the Steel median (#86 of 493)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:7531 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Seiwa Chuo Holdings Business Description

Other Exchanges 7531:Japan
Address No. 20 3-chome, Nishi-ku, Osaka Kujominami, Osaka, JPN
Seiwa Chuo Holdings Corp engages in the wholesale business of steel products like steel bars, rods, plates and shaped steel. It also involved in processing, contracting contract work related to the steel business, cargo handling, freight handling and storage businesses.
62GF Score

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円1,300.00
Price
円1,159.92
GF Value