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Gakujo CoTSE:2301 +0.64%74 EV-to-EBITDA is 6.88 as of Aug. 31, 2026, which is 15% below its 10-year median of 8.13. GuruFocus rates TSE:2301 with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of 円2,412.06 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 907 Business Services companies, Gakujo Co ranks better than 54.69% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Gakujo Co's enterprise value is 円17,516 Mil.
Gakujo Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was 円2,547 Mil. Therefore, Gakujo Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 6.88.
The historical rank and industry rank for Gakujo Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
TSE:2301'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.34 Med: 8.13 Max: 15.27
Current: 6.88
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Gakujo Co was 15.27. The lowest was 3.34. And the median was 8.13.
TSE:2301's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 54.69% of 907
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.48
vs TSE:2301: 6.88
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.
Gakujo Co's share price for today is 円1740.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Gakujo Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was 円129.260.
* 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 Gakujo 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.
TSE:2301 vs RHI, KFY, TNET: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, Gakujo 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.
Gakujo Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Gakujo Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Gakujo Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Gakujo Co's current Enterprise Value is 円17,516 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Gakujo Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was 円2,547 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.
Gakujo Co (TSE:2301) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 6.88 as of Aug. 31, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Gakujo Co. This is 15% below median its historical median of 8.13. Over the past decade, Gakujo Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.34 to 15.27. According to the industry distribution chart, Gakujo Co ranks #411 out of 907 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 45.3%.
Is Gakujo Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Gakujo Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.88 is 15% below median its 10-year median of 8.13. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.34 to a high of 15.27. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.48. Gakujo Co's value of 6.88 is 8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Gakujo Co ranks #411 out of 907 companies in the Business Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Gakujo Co has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Gakujo Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to RHI and KFY?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Gakujo Co ranks #411 out of 907 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Gakujo Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.48. Gakujo Co's value of 6.88 is 8% below this benchmark. Historically, Gakujo Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.34 to 15.27 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 8.13 vs. the industry median of 7.48, Gakujo 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Business Services companies is 7.48, based on 907 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. Gakujo Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.88 is 8% 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 Gakujo Co. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.48 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Gakujo Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.88, which is 15% below median its own 10-year median of 8.13. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Gakujo Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gakujo Co (TSE:2301) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円2,412.06, compared to a current price of 円1,740.00 — trading 27.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.88, which is 15% below median its 10-year median of 8.13 and 8% below the Business Services industry median of 7.48. Gakujo Co's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Gakujo Co (TSE:2301), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.88 as of Aug. 31, 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 Gakujo Co (TSE:2301) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gakujo Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of 円1,740.00 is trading 27.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円2,412.06.
GuruFocus considers Gakujo Co to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:2301:
EV-to-EBITDA: 6.88 (15% below median its 10-year median of 8.13)
GF Value™: 円2,412.06 vs. price of 円1,740.00 (27.9% below fair value)
Industry Position: 8% below the Business Services median (#411 of 907)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:2301 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
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