Frontier (FSE:4250) EV-to-EBITDA: 5.20 (As of Sep. 02, 2026) — 31% Below Median

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FSE:4250 Frontier Inc FSE:4250
56 GF Score
Price 円551.00
GF Value 円413.34
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Frontier EV-to-EBITDA?

Frontier FSE:4250 56 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.20 as of Sep. 02, 2026, which is 31% below its 10-year median of 7.50. GuruFocus rates FSE:4250 with a GF Score™ of 56/100 and a GF Value™ of 円413.34 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,150 Vehicles & Parts companies, Frontier ranks better than 72.78% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Frontier's enterprise value is 円676 Mil. Frontier's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was 円130 Mil. Therefore, Frontier's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.20.

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

FSE:4250' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.67   Med: 7.5   Max: 18.51
Current: 5.2

During the past 10 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Frontier was 18.51. The lowest was 4.67. And the median was 7.50.

FSE:4250's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
72.78% of 1150 companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 9.245 vs FSE:4250: 5.20

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 (2026-09-02), Frontier's stock price is 円551.00. Frontier's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was 円51.160. Therefore, Frontier's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 10.77.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


Frontier  (FSE:4250) 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.

Frontier's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=551.00/51.160
=10.77

Frontier's share price for today is 円551.00.
Frontier's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円51.160.

* 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).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Frontier EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Frontier EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Frontier'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.

Frontier EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Frontier Annual Data
Trend Nov16 Nov17 Nov18 Nov19 Nov20 Nov21 Nov22 Nov23 Nov24 Nov25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Frontier Quarterly Data
May21 Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Nov24 Feb25 May25 Aug25 Nov25 Feb26 May26
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FSE:4250 vs ORLY, AZO, GPC: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, Frontier'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.


Frontier EV-to-EBITDA vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Frontier's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Frontier's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Frontier EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Frontier's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=675.786/130.046
=5.20

Frontier's current Enterprise Value is 円676 Mil.
Frontier's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円130 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-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.20 mean?
Frontier (FSE:4250) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.20 as of Sep. 02, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Frontier. This is 31% below median its historical median of 7.50. Over the past decade, Frontier's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.67 to 18.51. According to the industry distribution chart, Frontier ranks #313 out of 1150 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 27.2%.
Is Frontier's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Frontier's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.20 is 31% below median its 10-year median of 7.50. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.67 to a high of 18.51. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.25. Frontier's value of 5.20 is 43.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Frontier ranks #313 out of 1150 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Frontier has a GF Score™ of 56/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Frontier's EV-to-EBITDA compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Frontier ranks #313 out of 1150 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Frontier in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.25. Frontier's value of 5.20 is 43.8% below this benchmark. Historically, Frontier's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.67 to 18.51 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.50 vs. the industry median of 9.25, Frontier 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Vehicles & Parts companies is 9.25, based on 1,150 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. Frontier's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.20 is 43.8% 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 Frontier. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.25 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Frontier's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.20, which is 31% 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 Frontier stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Frontier (FSE:4250) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円413.34, compared to a current price of 円551.00 — trading 33.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.20, which is 31% below median its 10-year median of 7.50 and 43.8% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 9.25. Frontier's overall GF Score™ is 56/100 with 4 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 Frontier (FSE:4250), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.20 as of Sep. 02, 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 Frontier (FSE:4250) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Frontier stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円551.00 is trading 33.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円413.34. GuruFocus considers Frontier to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FSE:4250:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 5.20 (31% below median its 10-year median of 7.50)
  • GF Value™: 円413.34 vs. price of 円551.00 (33.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 56/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 43.8% below the Vehicles & Parts median (#313 of 1150)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FSE:4250 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Frontier Business Description

Address 134-5 Kushigahama, Yamaguchi-ken, Shunan, JPN, 745-0805
Frontier Inc is engaged in manufacturing of vehicle accessories like side visor, car mat. The two reportable segments are: PB sales business and OEM/ODM business.
56GF Score

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