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KaoKAOCF 82 EV-to-EBITDA is 14.65 as of Jul. 18, 2026, which is 9% above its 10-year median of 13.38. GuruFocus rates KAOCF with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of $21.45 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,643 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Kao ranks worse than 73.4% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Kao's enterprise value is $18,422 Mil.
Kao's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,258 Mil. Therefore, Kao's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 14.65.
The historical rank and industry rank for Kao's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
KAOCF'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.13 Med: 13.38 Max: 19.09
Current: 15.8
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Kao was 19.09. The lowest was 9.13. And the median was 13.38.
KAOCF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 73.4% of 1643
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 9.07
vs KAOCF: 15.80
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 (2026-07-18), Kao's stock price is $20.93.
Kao's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.830. Therefore, Kao's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 25.22.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Kao (OTCPK:KAOCF) 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.
Kao's share price for today is $20.93.
Kao'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 $0.830.
* 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 Kao'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 Household & Personal Products subindustry, Kao'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.
Kao EV-to-EBITDA vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Kao's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Kao's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Kao's current Enterprise Value is $18,422 Mil.
Kao'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 $1,258 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.
Kao (KAOCF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 14.65 as of Jul. 18, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Kao. This is near median its historical median of 13.38. Over the past decade, Kao's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 9.13 to 19.09. According to the industry distribution chart, Kao ranks #1206 out of 1643 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 73.4%.
Is Kao's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Kao's current EV-to-EBITDA of 14.65 is near median its 10-year median of 13.38. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.13 to a high of 19.09. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.07. Kao's value of 14.65 is 61.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kao ranks #1206 out of 1643 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Kao has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kao's EV-to-EBITDA compare to PG and CL?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Kao ranks #1206 out of 1643 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Kao in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.07. Kao's value of 14.65 is 61.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Kao's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 9.13 to 19.09 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 13.38 vs. the industry median of 9.07, Kao has consistently been above 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 9.07, based on 1,643 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. Kao's current EV-to-EBITDA of 14.65 is 61.5% above 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 Kao. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.07 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kao's current EV-to-EBITDA is 14.65, which is near median its own 10-year median of 13.38. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kao stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kao (KAOCF) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $21.45, compared to a current price of $20.93 — trading 2.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 14.65, which is near median its 10-year median of 13.38 and 61.5% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 9.07. Kao's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 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 Kao (KAOCF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 14.65 as of Jul. 18, 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 Kao (KAOCF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kao stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $20.93 is trading 2.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of $21.45.
GuruFocus considers Kao to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for KAOCF:
EV-to-EBITDA: 14.65 (near median its 10-year median of 13.38)
GF Value™: $21.45 vs. price of $20.93 (2.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 61.5% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#1206 of 1643)
No single metric tells the full story. See the KAOCF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Kao is the largest household and personal care product manufacturer in Japan, with a footprint across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Japan remains its largest market, contributing about 50% of sales and operating profits with several leading brands, including Attack and Bioré. Initially a soap producer established in the 1890s, Kao has expanded into cosmetics, disposable hygiene products, and chemicals, in addition to its homecare and toiletry products. Asia, the largest overseas market, contributes around 15% of group sales. Kao has also acquired several Western skin- and haircare brands, including Jergens, John Frieda, Curél, Molton Brown, and the latest, Oribe.
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