SPARX Group Co (TSE:8739) EV-to-EBIT: 9.06 (As of Aug. 08, 2026) — 19% Above Median

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TSE:8739 SPARX Group Co Ltd TSE:8739
91 GF Score
Price 円2,472.00
GF Value 円2,017.79
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is SPARX Group Co EV-to-EBIT?

SPARX Group Co TSE:8739 -0.08% 91 EV-to-EBIT is 9.06 as of Aug. 08, 2026, which is 19% above its 10-year median of 7.62. GuruFocus rates TSE:8739 with a GF Score™ of 91/100 and a GF Value™ of 円2,017.79 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 499 Asset Management companies, SPARX Group Co ranks better than 52.1% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, SPARX Group Co's Enterprise Value is 円88,189 Mil. SPARX Group Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円9,734 Mil. Therefore, SPARX Group Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is 9.06.

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

TSE:8739' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.14   Med: 7.62   Max: 16.37
Current: 9.06

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of SPARX Group Co was 16.37. The lowest was 4.14. And the median was 7.62.

TSE:8739's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
52.1% of 499 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 9.49 vs TSE:8739: 9.06

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. SPARX Group Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円64,597 Mil. SPARX Group Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円9,734 Mil. SPARX Group Co's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 15.07%.


SPARX Group Co  (TSE:8739) 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) %.

SPARX Group 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 )
=9734/64597.125
=15.07 %

SPARX Group Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円64,597 Mil.
SPARX Group 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9,734 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.


SPARX Group Co EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


SPARX Group Co EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for SPARX Group 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.

SPARX Group Co EV-to-EBIT Chart

SPARX Group Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT
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SPARX Group Co Quarterly Data
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TSE:8739 vs BLK, BX, KKR: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, SPARX Group 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.


SPARX Group Co EV-to-EBIT vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, SPARX Group Co's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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SPARX Group Co EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=88189.320/9734
=9.06

SPARX Group Co's current Enterprise Value is 円88,189 Mil.
SPARX Group 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9,734 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 9.06 mean?
SPARX Group Co (TSE:8739) has a EV-to-EBIT of 9.06 as of Aug. 08, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on SPARX Group Co and its competitors. This is 19% above median its historical median of 7.62. Over the past decade, SPARX Group Co's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 4.14 to 16.37. According to the industry distribution chart, SPARX Group Co ranks #239 out of 499 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 47.9%.
Is SPARX Group Co's EV-to-EBIT too high?
SPARX Group Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 9.06 is 19% above median its 10-year median of 7.62. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.14 to a high of 16.37. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-EBIT is 9.49. SPARX Group Co's value of 9.06 is 4.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, SPARX Group Co ranks #239 out of 499 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, SPARX Group Co has a GF Score™ of 91/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does SPARX Group Co's EV-to-EBIT compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, SPARX Group Co ranks #239 out of 499 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts SPARX Group Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 9.49. SPARX Group Co's value of 9.06 is 4.5% below this benchmark. Historically, SPARX Group Co's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 4.14 to 16.37 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.62 vs. the industry median of 9.49, SPARX Group 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 an Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Asset Management companies is 9.49, based on 499 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. SPARX Group Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 9.06 is 4.5% 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 SPARX Group Co and its competitors. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 9.49 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. SPARX Group Co's current EV-to-EBIT is 9.06, which is 19% above median its own 10-year median of 7.62. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is SPARX Group Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SPARX Group Co (TSE:8739) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円2,017.79, compared to a current price of 円2,472.00 — trading 22.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 9.06, which is 19% above median its 10-year median of 7.62 and 4.5% below the Asset Management industry median of 9.49. SPARX Group Co's overall GF Score™ is 91/100 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 SPARX Group Co (TSE:8739), the current EV-to-EBIT is 9.06 as of Aug. 08, 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 SPARX Group Co (TSE:8739) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SPARX Group Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円2,472.00 is trading 22.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円2,017.79. GuruFocus considers SPARX Group Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:8739:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 9.06 (19% above median its 10-year median of 7.62)
  • GF Value™: 円2,017.79 vs. price of 円2,472.00 (22.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 91/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 4.5% below the Asset Management median (#239 of 499)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:8739 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


SPARX Group Co Business Description

Other Exchanges SRXXF:USA
Address 1-2-70 Konan, Shinagawa Season Terrace, 6th Floor, Minato-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 108 0075
SPARX Group Co Ltd is a Japan-based holding company engaged in the Asset Management Business and Investment Advisory Business, through its subsidiaries. It operates a variety of investment strategies through a host of entities. The group invests on behalf of corporate pension annuities, government entities, private and trust banks, and public pension funds. Strategies include Japanese equity, Asia ex-Japan alternatives, and Korean strategies. In addition to mutual fund offerings, the company offers advisory services to customers in Japan. Mutual fund offerings are offered directly or through brokerage houses, banks, and other intermediaries globally.
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