Sekichu Co (TSE:9976) EV-to-EBIT: 12.30 (As of Aug. 21, 2026) — Near Median

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TSE:9976 Sekichu Co Ltd TSE:9976
70 GF Score
Price 円1,060.00
GF Value 円1,198.03
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Sekichu Co EV-to-EBIT?

Sekichu Co TSE:9976 +0.95% 70 EV-to-EBIT is 12.30 as of Aug. 21, 2026, which is 3% above its 10-year median of 11.99. GuruFocus rates TSE:9976 with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,198.03 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 877 Retail - Cyclical companies, Sekichu Co ranks better than 53.48% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Sekichu Co's Enterprise Value is 円8,746 Mil. Sekichu Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円711 Mil. Therefore, Sekichu Co's EV-to-EBIT for today is 12.30.

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

TSE:9976' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -7.72   Med: 11.99   Max: 41.23
Current: 12.29

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Sekichu Co was 41.23. The lowest was -7.72. And the median was 11.99.

TSE:9976's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
53.48% of 877 companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 13.07 vs TSE:9976: 12.29

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Sekichu Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 円8,754 Mil. Sekichu Co's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円711 Mil. Sekichu Co's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 8.13%.


Sekichu Co  (TSE:9976) 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) %.

Sekichu 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 )
=711.296/8753.648
=8.13 %

Sekichu Co's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 円8,754 Mil.
Sekichu 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711 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.


Sekichu Co EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Sekichu Co EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sekichu 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.

Sekichu Co EV-to-EBIT Chart

Sekichu Co Annual Data
Trend Feb17 Feb18 Feb19 Feb20 Feb21 Feb22 Feb23 Feb24 Feb25 Feb26
EV-to-EBIT
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Sekichu Co Quarterly Data
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TSE:9976 vs HD, LOW, FND: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Home Improvement Retail subindustry, Sekichu 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.


Sekichu Co EV-to-EBIT vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Sekichu Co's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Sekichu Co EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=8746.169/711.296
=12.30

Sekichu Co's current Enterprise Value is 円8,746 Mil.
Sekichu 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711 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 12.30 mean?
Sekichu Co (TSE:9976) has a EV-to-EBIT of 12.30 as of Aug. 21, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Sekichu Co and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 11.99. According to the industry distribution chart, Sekichu Co ranks #408 out of 877 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 46.5%.
Is Sekichu Co's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Sekichu Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 12.30 is near median its 10-year median of 11.99. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.07. Sekichu Co's value of 12.30 is 5.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sekichu Co ranks #408 out of 877 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Sekichu Co has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sekichu Co's EV-to-EBIT compare to HD and LOW?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Sekichu Co ranks #408 out of 877 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Sekichu Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.07. Sekichu Co's value of 12.30 is 5.9% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 11.99 vs. the industry median of 13.07, Sekichu 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Retail - Cyclical companies is 13.07, based on 877 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. Sekichu Co's current EV-to-EBIT of 12.30 is 5.9% 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 Sekichu Co and its competitors. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 13.07 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sekichu Co's current EV-to-EBIT is 12.30, which is near median its own 10-year median of 11.99. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sekichu Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sekichu Co (TSE:9976) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,198.03, compared to a current price of 円1,060.00 — trading 11.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 12.30, which is near median its 10-year median of 11.99 and 5.9% below the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 13.07. Sekichu Co's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 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 Sekichu Co (TSE:9976), the current EV-to-EBIT is 12.30 as of Aug. 21, 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 Sekichu Co (TSE:9976) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sekichu Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円1,060.00 is trading 11.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,198.03. GuruFocus considers Sekichu Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:9976:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 12.30 (near median its 10-year median of 11.99)
  • GF Value™: 円1,198.03 vs. price of 円1,060.00 (11.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 70/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 5.9% below the Retail - Cyclical median (#408 of 877)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:9976 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Sekichu Co Business Description

Address 4531-1 Kuragano-cho, Gunma Prefecture, Takasaki, JPN, 370-1201
Sekichu Co Ltd operates do-it-yourself stores, which provide wood, household items, housing materials, paints, gardening, plants, exteriors, and pet supplies. It also provides utensils, car articles, bicycles, and sports and leisure-time articles. The company operates in two segments, which include the Home Center Business handles a wide range of lifestyle-related products, including DIY supplies, household goods, car accessories, bicycles, leisure goods, and more. The Real Estate Leasing Business involves leasing real estate owned and managed by the company, as well as planning, constructing, and managing commercial facilities.
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