S-Pool (TSE:2471) EV-to-EBITDA: 7.48 (As of Aug. 30, 2026) — 72% Below Median

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TSE:2471 S-Pool Inc TSE:2471
82 GF Score
Price 円291.00
GF Value 円344.94
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is S-Pool EV-to-EBITDA?

S-Pool TSE:2471 +0.69% 82 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.48 as of Aug. 30, 2026, which is 72% below its 10-year median of 26.63. GuruFocus rates TSE:2471 with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of 円344.94 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 907 Business Services companies, S-Pool ranks better than 50.28% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, S-Pool's enterprise value is 円46,199 Mil. S-Pool's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was 円6,177 Mil. Therefore, S-Pool's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.48.

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

TSE:2471' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.4   Med: 26.63   Max: 184.6
Current: 7.48

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of S-Pool was 184.60. The lowest was 6.40. And the median was 26.63.

TSE:2471's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
50.28% of 907 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.48 vs TSE:2471: 7.48

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 (2026-08-30), S-Pool's stock price is 円291.00. S-Pool's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was 円16.840. Therefore, S-Pool's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 17.28.

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


S-Pool  (TSE:2471) 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.

S-Pool's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=291.00/16.840
=17.28

S-Pool's share price for today is 円291.00.
S-Pool's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円16.840.

* 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?


S-Pool EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


S-Pool EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for S-Pool'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.

S-Pool EV-to-EBITDA Chart

S-Pool Annual Data
Trend Nov16 Nov17 Nov18 Nov19 Nov20 Nov21 Nov22 Nov23 Nov24 Nov25
EV-to-EBITDA
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S-Pool Quarterly Data
May21 Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Nov24 Feb25 May25 Aug25 Nov25 Feb26 May26
EV-to-EBITDA Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 18.24 11.41 6.88 7.30 6.80

TSE:2471 vs CTAS, CPRT, GPN: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, S-Pool'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.


S-Pool EV-to-EBITDA vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, S-Pool's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


TSE:2471
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S-Pool EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=46199.161/6177
=7.48

S-Pool's current Enterprise Value is 円46,199 Mil.
S-Pool's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円6,177 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 7.48 mean?
S-Pool (TSE:2471) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.48 as of Aug. 30, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on S-Pool. This is 72% below median its historical median of 26.63. Over the past decade, S-Pool's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.40 to 184.60. According to the industry distribution chart, S-Pool ranks #451 out of 907 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 49.7%.
Is S-Pool's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
S-Pool's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.48 is 72% below median its 10-year median of 26.63. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.40 to a high of 184.60. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.48. S-Pool's value of 7.48 is 0% at this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, S-Pool ranks #451 out of 907 companies in the Business Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, S-Pool has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does S-Pool's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CTAS and CPRT?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, S-Pool ranks #451 out of 907 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts S-Pool in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.48. S-Pool's value of 7.48 is 0% at this benchmark. Historically, S-Pool's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.40 to 184.60 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 26.63 vs. the industry median of 7.48, S-Pool has consistently been at 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. S-Pool's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.48 is 0% at 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 S-Pool. 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. S-Pool's current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.48, which is 72% below median its own 10-year median of 26.63. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is S-Pool stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, S-Pool (TSE:2471) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円344.94, compared to a current price of 円291.00 — trading 15.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.48, which is 72% below median its 10-year median of 26.63 and 0% at the Business Services industry median of 7.48. S-Pool's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 5 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 S-Pool (TSE:2471), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.48 as of Aug. 30, 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 S-Pool (TSE:2471) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, S-Pool stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円291.00 is trading 15.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円344.94. GuruFocus considers S-Pool to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:2471:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 7.48 (72% below median its 10-year median of 26.63)
  • GF Value™: 円344.94 vs. price of 円291.00 (15.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 0% at the Business Services median (#451 of 907)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:2471 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


S-Pool Business Description

Address 3, No. 3 Building, No. 15 Rick Hugh Edobashi 2-chome, Tokyo, JPN
S-Pool Inc is engaged in providing business solutions and human resource solutions. The solutions offered by the company include employment support service for people with disabilities, logistics outsourcing service, sales support service, and professional talent bank service.
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