Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co (TSE:4082) EV-to-EBITDA: 9.35 (As of Aug. 31, 2026) — 15% Above Median

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TSE:4082 Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co Ltd TSE:4082
73 GF Score
Price 円2,830.00
GF Value 円928.69
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co TSE:4082 -5.67% 73 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.35 as of Aug. 31, 2026, which is 15% above its 10-year median of 8.10. GuruFocus rates TSE:4082 with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of 円928.69 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,342 Chemicals companies, Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co ranks better than 60.88% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's enterprise value is 円80,058 Mil. Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円8,566 Mil. Therefore, Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.35.

The historical rank and industry rank for Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

TSE:4082' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.59   Med: 8.1   Max: 28.54
Current: 9.35

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co was 28.54. The lowest was 3.59. And the median was 8.10.

TSE:4082's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
60.88% of 1342 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 12.395 vs TSE:4082: 9.35

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 (2026-08-31), Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's stock price is 円2830.00. Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円143.380. Therefore, Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 19.74.

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


Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co  (TSE:4082) 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.

Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2830.00/143.380
=19.74

Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's share price for today is 円2830.00.
Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo 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143.380.

* 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?


Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo 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.

Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA
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Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co Quarterly Data
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TSE:4082 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo 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.


Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=80058.051/8566
=9.35

Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's current Enterprise Value is 円80,058 Mil.
Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo 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8,566 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 9.35 mean?
Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co (TSE:4082) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.35 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 Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co. This is 15% above median its historical median of 8.10. Over the past decade, Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.59 to 28.54. According to the industry distribution chart, Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co ranks #525 out of 1342 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 39.1%.
Is Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.35 is 15% above median its 10-year median of 8.10. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.59 to a high of 28.54. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.40. Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's value of 9.35 is 24.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co ranks #525 out of 1342 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co ranks #525 out of 1342 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.40. Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's value of 9.35 is 24.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.59 to 28.54 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 8.10 vs. the industry median of 12.40, Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Chemicals companies is 12.40, based on 1,342 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. Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.35 is 24.6% 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 Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.40 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.35, which is 15% above median its own 10-year median of 8.10. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co (TSE:4082) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円928.69, compared to a current price of 円2,830.00 — trading 204.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.35, which is 15% above median its 10-year median of 8.10 and 24.6% below the Chemicals industry median of 12.40. Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo 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 Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co (TSE:4082), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.35 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 Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co (TSE:4082) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円2,830.00 is trading 204.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円928.69. GuruFocus considers Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:4082:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 9.35 (15% above median its 10-year median of 8.10)
  • GF Value™: 円928.69 vs. price of 円2,830.00 (204.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 24.6% below the Chemicals median (#525 of 1342)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:4082 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co Business Description

Address 6-38 Hirabayashi Minami 1-Chome, Suminoe-ku, Osaka, JPN, 559-0025
Daiichi Kigenso Kagaku-Kogyo Co Ltd is a Japan-based chemical manufacturer. The company is mainly engaged in the research, production, and sale of chemicals and materials for fuel cells and catalysts. Products offered by the company include zirconium oxide, stabilized zirconium oxide, composite oxide, zirconium compounds, zirconia sol, rare-earth compounds, cesium compounds, cesium flux, and wire ring.
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円2,830.00
Price
円928.69
GF Value