Hokuto (TSE:1379) EV-to-EBITDA: 5.07 (As of Sep. 02, 2026) — 73% Below Median

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TSE:1379 Hokuto Corp TSE:1379
73 GF Score
Price 円2,177.00
GF Value 円1,835.69
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Hokuto EV-to-EBITDA?

Hokuto TSE:1379 -0.09% 73 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.07 as of Sep. 02, 2026, which is 73% below its 10-year median of 18.72. GuruFocus rates TSE:1379 with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,835.69 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,655 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Hokuto ranks better than 81.63% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Hokuto's enterprise value is 円71,896 Mil. Hokuto's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円14,170 Mil. Therefore, Hokuto's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.07.

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

TSE:1379' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -263.33   Med: 18.72   Max: 2321
Current: 5.08

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Hokuto was 2321.00. The lowest was -263.33. And the median was 18.72.

TSE:1379's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
81.63% of 1655 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 9.32 vs TSE:1379: 5.08

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), Hokuto's stock price is 円2177.00. Hokuto's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円166.990. Therefore, Hokuto's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 13.04.

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


Hokuto  (TSE:1379) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2177.00/166.990
=13.04

Hokuto's share price for today is 円2177.00.
Hokuto'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 円166.990.

* 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?


Hokuto EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Hokuto EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hokuto'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.

Hokuto EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Hokuto Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA
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Hokuto Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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TSE:1379 vs ADM, BG, TSN: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Farm Products subindustry, Hokuto'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.


Hokuto EV-to-EBITDA vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Hokuto's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


TSE:1379
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Hokuto EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=71895.515/14170
=5.07

Hokuto's current Enterprise Value is 円71,896 Mil.
Hokuto'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 円14,170 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 5.07 mean?
Hokuto (TSE:1379) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.07 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 Hokuto. This is 73% below median its historical median of 18.72. According to the industry distribution chart, Hokuto ranks #304 out of 1655 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 18.4%.
Is Hokuto's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Hokuto's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.07 is 73% below median its 10-year median of 18.72. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.32. Hokuto's value of 5.07 is 45.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hokuto ranks #304 out of 1655 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Hokuto has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hokuto's EV-to-EBITDA compare to ADM and BG?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Hokuto ranks #304 out of 1655 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Hokuto in the top 18% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.32. Hokuto's value of 5.07 is 45.6% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 18.72 vs. the industry median of 9.32, Hokuto 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 9.32, based on 1,655 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. Hokuto's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.07 is 45.6% 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 Hokuto. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.32 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hokuto's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.07, which is 73% below median its own 10-year median of 18.72. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hokuto stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hokuto (TSE:1379) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,835.69, compared to a current price of 円2,177.00 — trading 18.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.07, which is 73% below median its 10-year median of 18.72 and 45.6% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 9.32. Hokuto's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 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 Hokuto (TSE:1379), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.07 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 Hokuto (TSE:1379) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hokuto stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円2,177.00 is trading 18.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,835.69. GuruFocus considers Hokuto to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:1379:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 5.07 (73% below median its 10-year median of 18.72)
  • GF Value™: 円1,835.69 vs. price of 円2,177.00 (18.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 45.6% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#304 of 1655)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:1379 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hokuto Business Description

Address 138-1 Minamibori, Nagano, JPN, 381-8533
Hokuto Corp is a Japan-based company engaged in the manufacture and sale of mushrooms. The company operates through four segments namely Domestic mushroom business, Overseas mushroom business, Processed products business and Chemical products business. It offers various mushrooms products, including Ellinghi, Maitake, Bunashimeji, Bunapie, Milfing Millet and Book Shimeji. The company operates geographically across the United States of America, Taiwan, and Malaysia.
73GF Score

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円2,177.00
Price
円1,835.69
GF Value