Japan Foundation Engineering Co (TSE:1914) EV-to-EBITDA: 4.60 (As of Sep. 12, 2026) — 26% Below Median

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TSE:1914 Japan Foundation Engineering Co Ltd TSE:1914
73 GF Score
Price 円797.00
GF Value 円670.59
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Japan Foundation Engineering Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Japan Foundation Engineering Co TSE:1914 -1.85% 73 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.60 as of Sep. 12, 2026, which is 26% below its 10-year median of 6.21. GuruFocus rates TSE:1914 with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of 円670.59 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,475 Construction companies, Japan Foundation Engineering Co ranks better than 79.93% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Japan Foundation Engineering Co's enterprise value is 円18,153 Mil. Japan Foundation Engineering Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円3,943 Mil. Therefore, Japan Foundation Engineering Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.60.

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

TSE:1914' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -30.33   Med: 6.21   Max: 18.23
Current: 4.6

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Japan Foundation Engineering Co was 18.23. The lowest was -30.33. And the median was 6.21.

TSE:1914's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
79.93% of 1475 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 8.67 vs TSE:1914: 4.60

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 (2026-09-12), Japan Foundation Engineering Co's stock price is 円797.00. Japan Foundation Engineering Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円110.090. Therefore, Japan Foundation Engineering Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 7.24.

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


Japan Foundation Engineering Co  (TSE:1914) 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.

Japan Foundation Engineering Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=797.00/110.090
=7.24

Japan Foundation Engineering Co's share price for today is 円797.00.
Japan Foundation Engineering 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 円110.090.

* 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?


Japan Foundation Engineering Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Japan Foundation Engineering Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Japan Foundation Engineering Co'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.

Japan Foundation Engineering Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Japan Foundation Engineering Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA
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Japan Foundation Engineering Co Quarterly Data
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TSE:1914 vs PWR, FIX, EME: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Japan Foundation Engineering 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.


Japan Foundation Engineering Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Japan Foundation Engineering Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Japan Foundation Engineering Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


TSE:1914
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Japan Foundation Engineering Co Ltd TSE:1914
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Japan Foundation Engineering Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Japan Foundation Engineering Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=18152.587/3943.353
=4.60

Japan Foundation Engineering Co's current Enterprise Value is 円18,153 Mil.
Japan Foundation Engineering 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 円3,943 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 4.60 mean?
Japan Foundation Engineering Co (TSE:1914) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.60 as of Sep. 12, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Japan Foundation Engineering Co. This is 26% below median its historical median of 6.21. According to the industry distribution chart, Japan Foundation Engineering Co ranks #296 out of 1475 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 20.1%.
Is Japan Foundation Engineering Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Japan Foundation Engineering Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.60 is 26% below median its 10-year median of 6.21. The Construction industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.67. Japan Foundation Engineering Co's value of 4.60 is 46.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Japan Foundation Engineering Co ranks #296 out of 1475 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Japan Foundation Engineering Co has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Japan Foundation Engineering Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Japan Foundation Engineering Co ranks #296 out of 1475 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Japan Foundation Engineering Co in the top 20% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.67. Japan Foundation Engineering Co's value of 4.60 is 46.9% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 6.21 vs. the industry median of 8.67, Japan Foundation Engineering 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 Construction company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Construction companies is 8.67, based on 1,475 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. Japan Foundation Engineering Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.60 is 46.9% 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 Japan Foundation Engineering Co. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.67 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Japan Foundation Engineering Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.60, which is 26% below median its own 10-year median of 6.21. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Japan Foundation Engineering Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Japan Foundation Engineering Co (TSE:1914) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円670.59, compared to a current price of 円797.00 — trading 18.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.60, which is 26% below median its 10-year median of 6.21 and 46.9% below the Construction industry median of 8.67. Japan Foundation Engineering Co'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 Japan Foundation Engineering Co (TSE:1914), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.60 as of Sep. 12, 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 Japan Foundation Engineering Co (TSE:1914) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Japan Foundation Engineering Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円797.00 is trading 18.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円670.59. GuruFocus considers Japan Foundation Engineering Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:1914:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 4.60 (26% below median its 10-year median of 6.21)
  • GF Value™: 円670.59 vs. price of 円797.00 (18.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 46.9% below the Construction median (#296 of 1475)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:1914 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Japan Foundation Engineering Co Business Description

Address 6-22 Matsugae-cho, Osaka, JPN
Japan Foundation Engineering Co Ltd is a Japan-based company engaged in the provisions of construction services. The company offers surface and physical exploration, hydrologic and geological and soil features surveys, in-site tests, grouting tests, hydrostatic pressure permeability tests, automatic surveillance, and analysis system for slopes and landslides and design and construction management services. Additionally, it also provides ground-reinforcing and environmental preservation works.
73GF Score

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