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Central Japan Railway CoCJPRF +0.45%82 EV-to-EBITDA is 6.71 as of Jul. 22, 2026, which is 38% below its 10-year median of 10.76. GuruFocus rates CJPRF with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of $30.92 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 902 Transportation companies, Central Japan Railway Co ranks better than 61.2% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Central Japan Railway Co's enterprise value is $47,129 Mil.
Central Japan Railway Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $7,019 Mil. Therefore, Central Japan Railway Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 6.71.
The historical rank and industry rank for Central Japan Railway Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
CJPRF'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -145.72 Med: 10.76 Max: 584.9
Current: 6.7
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Central Japan Railway Co was 584.90. The lowest was -145.72. And the median was 10.76.
CJPRF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 61.2% of 902
companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 8.69
vs CJPRF: 6.70
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.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Central Japan Railway Co (OTCPK:CJPRF) 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.
Central Japan Railway Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Central Japan Railway Co's share price for today is $22.50.
Central Japan Railway Co'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 $3.780.
* 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).
* 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 Railroads subindustry, Central Japan Railway Co'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.
Central Japan Railway Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Transportation Industry
For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Central Japan Railway Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Central Japan Railway Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Central Japan Railway Co's current Enterprise Value is $47,129 Mil.
Central Japan Railway Co'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 $7,019 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.
Central Japan Railway Co (CJPRF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 6.71 as of Jul. 22, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Central Japan Railway Co. This is 38% below median its historical median of 10.76. According to the industry distribution chart, Central Japan Railway Co ranks #350 out of 902 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 38.8%.
Is Central Japan Railway Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Central Japan Railway Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.71 is 38% below median its 10-year median of 10.76. The Transportation industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.69. Central Japan Railway Co's value of 6.71 is 22.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Central Japan Railway Co ranks #350 out of 902 companies in the Transportation industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Central Japan Railway Co has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Central Japan Railway Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to UNP and CSX?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Central Japan Railway Co ranks #350 out of 902 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Central Japan Railway Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.69. Central Japan Railway Co's value of 6.71 is 22.8% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 10.76 vs. the industry median of 8.69, Central Japan Railway 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-EBITDA for a Transportation company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Transportation companies is 8.69, based on 902 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. Central Japan Railway Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.71 is 22.8% 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 Central Japan Railway Co. For the Transportation industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.69 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Central Japan Railway Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.71, which is 38% below median its own 10-year median of 10.76. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Central Japan Railway Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Central Japan Railway Co (CJPRF) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $30.92, compared to a current price of $22.50 — trading 27.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.71, which is 38% below median its 10-year median of 10.76 and 22.8% below the Transportation industry median of 8.69. Central Japan Railway Co's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 2 warning signs to review. 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 Central Japan Railway Co (CJPRF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.71 as of Jul. 22, 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 Central Japan Railway Co (CJPRF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Central Japan Railway Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $22.50 is trading 27.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $30.92.
GuruFocus considers Central Japan Railway Co to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for CJPRF:
EV-to-EBITDA: 6.71 (38% below median its 10-year median of 10.76)
GF Value™: $30.92 vs. price of $22.50 (27.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 22.8% below the Transportation median (#350 of 902)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CJPRF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Central Japan Railway Company, or JR Central, is the main railway operator in Nagoya and the Chubu region in central Japan. It was originally established when the government-owned nationwide railway operator underwent a six-way territorial split in 1987. Its main asset is the Tokaido Shinkansen, which spans Japan's most wealthy and populous area and links Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya, Kyoto, and Osaka. It contributes three-fourths of revenue, with most of the balance from merchandise, conventional train lines, and real estate.
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