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DCHCF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 88.62% of 1318
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 13.3
vs DCHCF: 4.21
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.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co (OTCPK:DCHCF) 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.
Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co's share price for today is $3.0275.
Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg 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 $0.782.
* 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.
Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart
Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co Annual Data
For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg 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.
Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry
Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co's current Enterprise Value is $446.1 Mil.
Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg 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 $111.4 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.
Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co (DCHCF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.00 as of Jul. 29, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co. This is 47% below median its historical median of 7.50. Over the past decade, Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.37 to 41.45. According to the industry distribution chart, Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co ranks #150 out of 1318 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 11.4%.
Is Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.00 is 47% below median its 10-year median of 7.50. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.37 to a high of 41.45. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.30. Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co's value of 4.00 is 69.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co ranks #150 out of 1318 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co has a GF Score™ of 64/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co ranks #150 out of 1318 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co in the top 11% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.30. Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co's value of 4.00 is 69.9% below this benchmark. Historically, Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.37 to 41.45 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.50 vs. the industry median of 13.30, Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Chemicals companies is 13.30, 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. Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.00 is 69.9% 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-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 Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.30 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.00, which is 47% below median its own 10-year median of 7.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co stock overvalued right now?
Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co (DCHCF) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.00. The stock's GF Value™ is $2.20, compared to a current price of $3.03 — trading 37.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.00, which is 47% below median its 10-year median of 7.50 and 69.9% below the Chemicals industry median of 13.30. Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co's overall GF Score™ is 64/100 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 Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co (DCHCF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.00 as of Jul. 29, 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 Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co (DCHCF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $3.03 is trading 37.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $2.20.
Key valuation signals for DCHCF:
EV-to-EBITDA: 4.00 (47% below median its 10-year median of 7.50)
GF Value™: $2.20 vs. price of $3.03 (37.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 69.9% below the Chemicals median (#150 of 1318)
No single metric tells the full story. See the DCHCF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co Business Description
Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg Co Ltd manufactures and sells pigments, plastics, and inks in five segments based on product type. The polymers segment, which generates the majority of revenue, sells plastic resins used to produce interior components for automobiles, polyurethane coatings and adhesives, and textile coatings. The pigments segment sells inorganic pigments and colorants. The prepared colors and chemicals segment sells colorants used in plastics and coatings. The printing inks segment sells inks for printing and gravure. The other segment leases real estate properties.
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