Kobayashi Yoko Co (TSE:8742) EV-to-EBIT: 8.50 (As of Aug. 11, 2026)

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TSE:8742 Kobayashi Yoko Co Ltd TSE:8742
64 GF Score
Price 円562.00
GF Value 円339.45
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Kobayashi Yoko Co EV-to-EBIT?

Kobayashi Yoko Co TSE:8742 64 EV-to-EBIT is 8.50 as of Aug. 11, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSE:8742 with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of 円339.45 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 498 Capital Markets companies, Kobayashi Yoko Co ranks better than 56.63% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Kobayashi Yoko Co's Enterprise Value is 円3,014 Mil. Kobayashi Yoko Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円355 Mil. Therefore, Kobayashi Yoko Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is 8.50.

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

TSE:8742' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -16.28   Med: -0.69   Max: 20.19
Current: 8.5

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Kobayashi Yoko Co was 20.19. The lowest was -16.28. And the median was -0.69.

TSE:8742's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
56.63% of 498 companies
in the Capital Markets industry
Industry Median: 9.945 vs TSE:8742: 8.50

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Kobayashi Yoko Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,844 Mil. Kobayashi Yoko Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円355 Mil. Kobayashi Yoko Co's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 19.23%.


Kobayashi Yoko Co  (TSE:8742) 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) %.

Kobayashi Yoko 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 )
=354.527/1843.534
=19.23 %

Kobayashi Yoko Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,844 Mil.
Kobayashi Yoko 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355 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.


Kobayashi Yoko Co EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Kobayashi Yoko Co EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kobayashi Yoko 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.

Kobayashi Yoko Co EV-to-EBIT Chart

Kobayashi Yoko Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT
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Kobayashi Yoko Co Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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TSE:8742 vs MS, GS, SCHW: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Capital Markets subindustry, Kobayashi Yoko 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.


Kobayashi Yoko Co EV-to-EBIT vs Capital Markets Industry

For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, Kobayashi Yoko Co's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Kobayashi Yoko Co EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=3014.132/354.527
=8.50

Kobayashi Yoko Co's current Enterprise Value is 円3,014 Mil.
Kobayashi Yoko 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355 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 8.50 mean?
Kobayashi Yoko Co (TSE:8742) has a EV-to-EBIT of 8.50 as of Aug. 11, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Kobayashi Yoko Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Kobayashi Yoko Co ranks #216 out of 498 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 43.4%.
Is Kobayashi Yoko Co's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Kobayashi Yoko Co's current EV-to-EBIT is 8.50. The Capital Markets industry median EV-to-EBIT is 9.95. Kobayashi Yoko Co's value of 8.50 is 14.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kobayashi Yoko Co ranks #216 out of 498 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Kobayashi Yoko Co has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kobayashi Yoko Co's EV-to-EBIT compare to MS and GS?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, Kobayashi Yoko Co ranks #216 out of 498 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Kobayashi Yoko Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 9.95. Kobayashi Yoko Co's value of 8.50 is 14.5% below this benchmark. 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 Capital Markets company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Capital Markets companies is 9.95, based on 498 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. Kobayashi Yoko Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 8.50 is 14.5% 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 Kobayashi Yoko Co and its competitors. For the Capital Markets industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 9.95 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kobayashi Yoko Co's current EV-to-EBIT is 8.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kobayashi Yoko Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kobayashi Yoko Co (TSE:8742) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円339.45, compared to a current price of 円562.00 — trading 65.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 8.50 and 14.5% below the Capital Markets industry median of 9.95. Kobayashi Yoko Co's overall GF Score™ is 64/100 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 Kobayashi Yoko Co (TSE:8742), the current EV-to-EBIT is 8.50 as of Aug. 11, 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 Kobayashi Yoko Co (TSE:8742) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kobayashi Yoko Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円562.00 is trading 65.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円339.45. GuruFocus considers Kobayashi Yoko Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:8742:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 8.50
  • GF Value™: 円339.45 vs. price of 円562.00 (65.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 64/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 14.5% below the Capital Markets median (#216 of 498)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:8742 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Kobayashi Yoko Co Business Description

Address No.25-17, Nihonbashi Kokusai Town, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 103-0014
Kobayashi Yoko Co Ltd is a Japan-based company mainly engaged in the provision of investment and financial services. The company is organized in following business segments - Investment/Financial Services, Living/Environment business, Sports Facilities, Real Estate business, and Internet Advertising and Other businesses.
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