HPHTF (Hamamatsu Photonics KK) EV-to-EBITDA: 15.03 (As of Jul. 15, 2026) — 24% Below Median

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HPHTF Hamamatsu Photonics KK HPHTF
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Price $13.99
GF Value $13.93
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Hamamatsu Photonics KK EV-to-EBITDA?

Hamamatsu Photonics KK HPHTF 90 EV-to-EBITDA is 15.03 as of Jul. 15, 2026, which is 24% below its 10-year median of 19.78. GuruFocus rates HPHTF with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of $13.93 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,895 Hardware companies, Hamamatsu Photonics KK ranks worse than 50.5% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Hamamatsu Photonics KK's enterprise value is $4,301 Mil. Hamamatsu Photonics KK's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $286 Mil. Therefore, Hamamatsu Photonics KK's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 15.03.

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

HPHTF' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.51   Med: 19.78   Max: 44.67
Current: 15.03

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Hamamatsu Photonics KK was 44.67. The lowest was 6.51. And the median was 19.78.

HPHTF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
50.5% of 1895 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 15.53 vs HPHTF: 15.03

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 (2026-07-15), Hamamatsu Photonics KK's stock price is $13.99. Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.295. Therefore, Hamamatsu Photonics KK's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 47.42.

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


Hamamatsu Photonics KK  (OTCPK:HPHTF) 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.

Hamamatsu Photonics KK's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=13.99/0.295
=47.42

Hamamatsu Photonics KK's share price for today is $13.99.
Hamamatsu Photonics KK'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 $0.295.

* 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?


Hamamatsu Photonics KK EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Hamamatsu Photonics KK EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hamamatsu Photonics KK'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.

Hamamatsu Photonics KK EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Hamamatsu Photonics KK Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Hamamatsu Photonics KK Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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HPHTF vs APH, GLW: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Electronic Components subindustry, Hamamatsu Photonics KK'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.


Hamamatsu Photonics KK EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Hamamatsu Photonics KK's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Hamamatsu Photonics KK EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Hamamatsu Photonics KK's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=4301.290/286.219
=15.03

Hamamatsu Photonics KK's current Enterprise Value is $4,301 Mil.
Hamamatsu Photonics KK'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 $286 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 15.03 mean?
Hamamatsu Photonics KK (HPHTF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 15.03 as of Jul. 15, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Hamamatsu Photonics KK. This is 24% below median its historical median of 19.78. Over the past decade, Hamamatsu Photonics KK's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.51 to 44.67. According to the industry distribution chart, Hamamatsu Photonics KK ranks #957 out of 1895 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 50.5%.
Is Hamamatsu Photonics KK's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Hamamatsu Photonics KK's current EV-to-EBITDA of 15.03 is 24% below median its 10-year median of 19.78. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.51 to a high of 44.67. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.53. Hamamatsu Photonics KK's value of 15.03 is 3.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hamamatsu Photonics KK ranks #957 out of 1895 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Hamamatsu Photonics KK has a GF Score™ of 90/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hamamatsu Photonics KK's EV-to-EBITDA compare to APH and GLW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Hamamatsu Photonics KK ranks #957 out of 1895 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Hamamatsu Photonics KK in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.53. Hamamatsu Photonics KK's value of 15.03 is 3.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Hamamatsu Photonics KK's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.51 to 44.67 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 19.78 vs. the industry median of 15.53, Hamamatsu Photonics KK 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Hardware companies is 15.53, based on 1,895 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. Hamamatsu Photonics KK's current EV-to-EBITDA of 15.03 is 3.2% 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 Hamamatsu Photonics KK. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.53 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hamamatsu Photonics KK's current EV-to-EBITDA is 15.03, which is 24% below median its own 10-year median of 19.78. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hamamatsu Photonics KK stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hamamatsu Photonics KK (HPHTF) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.93, compared to a current price of $13.99 — trading 0.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 15.03, which is 24% below median its 10-year median of 19.78 and 3.2% below the Hardware industry median of 15.53. Hamamatsu Photonics KK's overall GF Score™ is 90/100 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 Hamamatsu Photonics KK (HPHTF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 15.03 as of Jul. 15, 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 Hamamatsu Photonics KK (HPHTF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hamamatsu Photonics KK stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $13.99 is trading 0.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $13.93. GuruFocus considers Hamamatsu Photonics KK to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for HPHTF:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 15.03 (24% below median its 10-year median of 19.78)
  • GF Value™: $13.93 vs. price of $13.99 (0.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 90/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 3.2% below the Hardware median (#957 of 1895)

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


Hamamatsu Photonics KK Business Description

Address 1126-1 Ichino-cho, Chuo-ku, Hamamatsu, JPN, 435-8558
Hamamatsu Photonics KK is a Japan-based company engaged in the development, manufacture, and sale of optical and electronic devices. The company operates through four reportable segments: Electron Tube, Optical Semiconductor, Imaging and Measuring Instruments, and Laser Businesses. Its products include photomultiplier tubes, optical semiconductor components, imaging and measuring instruments, and laser-related products.
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