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AdekaADKCF 88 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.85 as of Jul. 21, 2026, which is 20% below its 10-year median of 7.32. GuruFocus rates ADKCF with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of $17.68. Among 1,318 Chemicals companies, Adeka ranks better than 80.27% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Adeka's enterprise value is $2,505 Mil.
Adeka's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $428 Mil. Therefore, Adeka's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.85.
The historical rank and industry rank for Adeka's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
ADKCF'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4 Med: 7.32 Max: 10.23
Current: 6.21
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Adeka was 10.23. The lowest was 4.00. And the median was 7.32.
ADKCF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 80.27% of 1318
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 13.305
vs ADKCF: 6.21
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.
As of today (2026-07-21), Adeka's stock price is $22.50.
Adeka's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1.828. Therefore, Adeka's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 12.31.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Adeka (OTCPK:ADKCF) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Adeka's share price for today is $22.50.
Adeka's Earnings per Share (Diluted) 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 $1.828.
* 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.
Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).
The historical data trend for Adeka's EV-to-EBITDA 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.
For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Adeka's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA 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.
Adeka EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Adeka's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Adeka's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Adeka's current Enterprise Value is $2,505 Mil.
Adeka's EBITDA 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 $428 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.
Adeka (ADKCF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.85 as of Jul. 21, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Adeka. This is 20% below median its historical median of 7.32. Over the past decade, Adeka's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.00 to 10.23. According to the industry distribution chart, Adeka ranks #260 out of 1318 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 19.7%.
Is Adeka's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Adeka's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.85 is 20% below median its 10-year median of 7.32. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.00 to a high of 10.23. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.31. Adeka's value of 5.85 is 56% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Adeka ranks #260 out of 1318 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Adeka has a GF Score™ of 88/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Adeka's EV-to-EBITDA compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Adeka ranks #260 out of 1318 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Adeka in the top 20% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.31. Adeka's value of 5.85 is 56% below this benchmark. Historically, Adeka's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.00 to 10.23 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.32 vs. the industry median of 13.31, Adeka 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-EBITDA for a Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Chemicals companies is 13.31, based on 1,318 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Adeka's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.85 is 56% 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-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Adeka. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.31 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Adeka's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.85, which is 20% below median its own 10-year median of 7.32. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Adeka stock overvalued right now?
Adeka (ADKCF) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.85. The stock's GF Value™ is $17.68, compared to a current price of $22.50 — trading 27.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.85, which is 20% below median its 10-year median of 7.32 and 56% below the Chemicals industry median of 13.31. Adeka's overall GF Score™ is 88/100. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Adeka (ADKCF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.85 as of Jul. 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 Adeka (ADKCF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Adeka stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $22.50 is trading 27.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $17.68.
Key valuation signals for ADKCF:
EV-to-EBITDA: 5.85 (20% below median its 10-year median of 7.32)
GF Value™: $17.68 vs. price of $22.50 (27.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 56% below the Chemicals median (#260 of 1318)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ADKCF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Adeka Corp is a Japanese firm engaged in the chemicals, food, and life sciences businesses. The Chemical Business produces additives for polyolefins, stabilizers, plasticizers, flame retardants, semiconductor materials, photoresists, surfactants, lubricants, and cosmetic raw materials. The Food Business manufactures margarines, shortenings, fats, and oils for chocolate and frying, plant-based foods, whipped cream, and mayonnaise. The Life Sciences Business develops agricultural chemicals, pharmaceuticals, veterinary medicines, and functional food ingredients. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Chemical Business segment.
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