Cox Co (TSE:9876) EV-to-EBIT: 1.87 (As of Aug. 25, 2026) — 134% Above Median

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TSE:9876 Cox Co Ltd TSE:9876
65 GF Score
Price 円220.00
GF Value 円204.41
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Cox Co EV-to-EBIT?

Cox Co TSE:9876 +0.46% 65 EV-to-EBIT is 1.87 as of Aug. 25, 2026, which is 134% above its 10-year median of 0.80. GuruFocus rates TSE:9876 with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of 円204.41 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 823 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies, Cox Co ranks better than 94.29% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Cox Co's Enterprise Value is 円2,353 Mil. Cox Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円1,261 Mil. Therefore, Cox Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is 1.87.

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

TSE:9876' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -43.37   Med: 0.8   Max: 55.28
Current: 1.86

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Cox Co was 55.28. The lowest was -43.37. And the median was 0.80.

TSE:9876's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
94.29% of 823 companies
in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry
Industry Median: 12.6 vs TSE:9876: 1.86

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Cox Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 円2,488 Mil. Cox Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円1,261 Mil. Cox Co's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 50.70%.


Cox Co  (TSE:9876) 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) %.

Cox Co's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Feb. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Feb. 2026 )
=1261.286/2487.774
=50.70 %

Cox Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 円2,488 Mil.
Cox Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円1,261 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.


Cox Co EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Cox Co EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Cox 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.

Cox Co EV-to-EBIT Chart

Cox Co Annual Data
Trend Feb17 Feb18 Feb19 Feb20 Feb21 Feb22 Feb23 Feb24 Feb25 Feb26
EV-to-EBIT
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Cox Co Quarterly Data
May21 Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Aug24 Feb25 May25 Aug25 Nov25 Feb26 May26
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TSE:9876 vs RL, LEVI, VFC: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Apparel Manufacturing subindustry, Cox 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.


Cox Co EV-to-EBIT vs Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories Industry

For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Cox Co's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


TSE:9876
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Cox Co EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=2353.084/1261.286
=1.87

Cox Co's current Enterprise Value is 円2,353 Mil.
Cox Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円1,261 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 1.87 mean?
Cox Co (TSE:9876) has a EV-to-EBIT of 1.87 as of Aug. 25, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Cox Co and its competitors. This is 134% above median its historical median of 0.80. According to the industry distribution chart, Cox Co ranks #47 out of 823 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, placing it in the top 5.7%.
Is Cox Co's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Cox Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 1.87 is 134% above median its 10-year median of 0.80. The Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.60. Cox Co's value of 1.87 is 85.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cox Co ranks #47 out of 823 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Cox Co has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cox Co's EV-to-EBIT compare to RL and LEVI?
According to the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry distribution chart, Cox Co ranks #47 out of 823 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Cox Co in the top 6% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.60. Cox Co's value of 1.87 is 85.2% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 0.80 vs. the industry median of 12.60, Cox 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 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies is 12.60, based on 823 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. Cox Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 1.87 is 85.2% 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 Cox Co and its competitors. For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 12.60 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cox Co's current EV-to-EBIT is 1.87, which is 134% above median its own 10-year median of 0.80. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cox Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cox Co (TSE:9876) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円204.41, compared to a current price of 円220.00 — trading 7.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 1.87, which is 134% above median its 10-year median of 0.80 and 85.2% below the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median of 12.60. Cox Co's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 3 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 Cox Co (TSE:9876), the current EV-to-EBIT is 1.87 as of Aug. 25, 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 Cox Co (TSE:9876) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cox Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円220.00 is trading 7.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円204.41. GuruFocus considers Cox Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:9876:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 1.87 (134% above median its 10-year median of 0.80)
  • GF Value™: 円204.41 vs. price of 円220.00 (7.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 85.2% below the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories median (#47 of 823)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:9876 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Cox Co Business Description

Address 1-2-1 Nihonbashi Hamacho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 103-0007
Cox Co Ltd is engaged in planning, manufacturing, and sale of men's apparel, ladies' apparel, children's clothing, and miscellaneous good products.
65GF Score

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円220.00
Price
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