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HakutenTSE:2173 -0.70%71 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.72 as of Aug. 24, 2026, which is 14% below its 10-year median of 6.64. GuruFocus rates TSE:2173 with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of 円750.66 (Fairly Valued). Among 753 Media - Diversified companies, Hakuten ranks better than 58.83% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Hakuten's enterprise value is 円9,447 Mil.
Hakuten's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was 円1,650 Mil. Therefore, Hakuten's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.72.
The historical rank and industry rank for Hakuten's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
TSE:2173'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -107.77 Med: 6.64 Max: 59.69
Current: 5.72
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Hakuten was 59.69. The lowest was -107.77. And the median was 6.64.
TSE:2173's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 58.83% of 753
companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 7.05
vs TSE:2173: 5.72
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.
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.
Hakuten's share price for today is 円709.00.
Hakuten's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円78.170.
* 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 Hakuten'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.
TSE:2173 vs APP, OMC, TTD: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Advertising Agencies subindustry, Hakuten'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.
Hakuten EV-to-EBITDA vs Media - Diversified Industry
For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Hakuten's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Hakuten's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Hakuten's current Enterprise Value is 円9,447 Mil.
Hakuten's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円1,650 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.
Hakuten (TSE:2173) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.72 as of Aug. 24, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Hakuten. This is 14% below median its historical median of 6.64. According to the industry distribution chart, Hakuten ranks #310 out of 753 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 41.2%.
Is Hakuten's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Hakuten's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.72 is 14% below median its 10-year median of 6.64. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.05. Hakuten's value of 5.72 is 18.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hakuten ranks #310 out of 753 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Hakuten has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hakuten's EV-to-EBITDA compare to APP and OMC?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Hakuten ranks #310 out of 753 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Hakuten in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.05. Hakuten's value of 5.72 is 18.9% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 6.64 vs. the industry median of 7.05, Hakuten 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Media - Diversified companies is 7.05, based on 753 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. Hakuten's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.72 is 18.9% 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 Hakuten. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.05 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hakuten's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.72, which is 14% below median its own 10-year median of 6.64. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hakuten stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hakuten (TSE:2173) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円750.66, compared to a current price of 円709.00 — trading 5.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.72, which is 14% below median its 10-year median of 6.64 and 18.9% below the Media - Diversified industry median of 7.05. Hakuten's overall GF Score™ is 71/100. 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 Hakuten (TSE:2173), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.72 as of Aug. 24, 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 Hakuten (TSE:2173) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hakuten stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of 円709.00 is trading 5.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円750.66.
GuruFocus considers Hakuten to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:2173:
EV-to-EBITDA: 5.72 (14% below median its 10-year median of 6.64)
GF Value™: 円750.66 vs. price of 円709.00 (5.5% below fair value)
Industry Position: 18.9% below the Media - Diversified median (#310 of 753)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:2173 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Hakuten Corp is a Japan-based company engages in producing and sponsoring event promotions, exhibitions, business meetings, private shows, conferences, and conventions, among others. It is also engaged in the design, construction, and supervision of commercial spaces, such as road shows, conferences, and ceremonies, as well as the provision of digital marketing solutions.
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