Lacto Japan Co (TSE:3139) EV-to-EBITDA: 11.92 (As of Sep. 14, 2026) — 16% Below Median

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TSE:3139 Lacto Japan Co Ltd TSE:3139
84 GF Score
Price 円3,430.00
GF Value 円3,451.28
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is Lacto Japan Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Lacto Japan Co TSE:3139 +1.48% 84 EV-to-EBITDA is 11.92 as of Sep. 14, 2026, which is 16% below its 10-year median of 14.14. GuruFocus rates TSE:3139 with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of 円3,451.28 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,659 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Lacto Japan Co ranks worse than 62.51% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Lacto Japan Co's enterprise value is 円66,113 Mil. Lacto Japan Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was 円5,546 Mil. Therefore, Lacto Japan Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 11.92.

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

TSE:3139' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.04   Med: 14.14   Max: 25.98
Current: 11.92

During the past 12 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Lacto Japan Co was 25.98. The lowest was 8.04. And the median was 14.14.

TSE:3139's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
62.51% of 1659 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 9.25 vs TSE:3139: 11.92

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 (2026-09-14), Lacto Japan Co's stock price is 円3430.00. Lacto Japan Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was 円326.750. Therefore, Lacto Japan Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 10.50.

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


Lacto Japan Co  (TSE:3139) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=3430.00/326.750
=10.50

Lacto Japan Co's share price for today is 円3430.00.
Lacto Japan Co'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326.750.

* 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?


Lacto Japan Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Lacto Japan Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Lacto Japan 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.

Lacto Japan Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Lacto Japan Co Annual Data
Trend Nov16 Nov17 Nov18 Nov19 Nov20 Nov21 Nov22 Nov23 Nov24 Nov25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 11.82 12.49 12.36 10.40 9.00

Lacto Japan Co Quarterly Data
May21 Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Aug24 Nov24 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 27.80 29.91 9.00 18.62 11.51

TSE:3139 vs KHC, GIS: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Lacto Japan 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.


Lacto Japan Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

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

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


TSE:3139
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Lacto Japan Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=66113.385/5546
=11.92

Lacto Japan Co's current Enterprise Value is 円66,113 Mil.
Lacto Japan Co'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5,546 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 11.92 mean?
Lacto Japan Co (TSE:3139) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 11.92 as of Sep. 14, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Lacto Japan Co. This is 16% below median its historical median of 14.14. Over the past decade, Lacto Japan Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.04 to 25.98. According to the industry distribution chart, Lacto Japan Co ranks #1037 out of 1659 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 62.5%.
Is Lacto Japan Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Lacto Japan Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 11.92 is 16% below median its 10-year median of 14.14. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.04 to a high of 25.98. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.25. Lacto Japan Co's value of 11.92 is 28.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Lacto Japan Co ranks #1037 out of 1659 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Lacto Japan Co has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lacto Japan Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Lacto Japan Co ranks #1037 out of 1659 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Lacto Japan Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.25. Lacto Japan Co's value of 11.92 is 28.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Lacto Japan Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.04 to 25.98 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 14.14 vs. the industry median of 9.25, Lacto Japan Co has consistently been above 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 9.25, based on 1,659 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. Lacto Japan Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 11.92 is 28.9% above 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 Lacto Japan Co. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.25 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Lacto Japan Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 11.92, which is 16% below median its own 10-year median of 14.14. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Lacto Japan Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lacto Japan Co (TSE:3139) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円3,451.28, compared to a current price of 円3,430.00 — trading 0.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 11.92, which is 16% below median its 10-year median of 14.14 and 28.9% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 9.25. Lacto Japan Co's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 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 Lacto Japan Co (TSE:3139), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 11.92 as of Sep. 14, 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 Lacto Japan Co (TSE:3139) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lacto Japan Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円3,430.00 is trading 0.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円3,451.28. GuruFocus considers Lacto Japan Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:3139:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 11.92 (16% below median its 10-year median of 14.14)
  • GF Value™: 円3,451.28 vs. price of 円3,430.00 (0.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 28.9% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#1037 of 1659)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:3139 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Lacto Japan Co Business Description

Address 2-11-2 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, 22nd Floor Taiyo Life Nihonbashi Building, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 103-0027
Lacto Japan Co Ltd is engaged in the trade of agricultural and livestock products, processed products, food processing machinery, quasi-pharmaceuticals, liquor, and other beverages. The group's only reportable segment is the food business.
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