CL Holdings (TSE:4286) EV-to-EBITDA: 5.13 (As of Aug. 22, 2026) — 29% Below Median

Author: Vera Yuan Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Director of Data and Quant Analytics at GuruFocus
Focused on building reliable datasets, financial models, and research tools for value-minded investors. Committed to turning complex data into practical guidance for value-investing and long-term wealth.
Reviewed by: Charlie Tian Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Founder & CEO of GuruFocus
Dr. Charlie Tian is the founder and CEO of GuruFocus.com, a leading global investment research platform established in 2004. With a Ph.D. in physics, Dr. Tian transitioned from science to finance, applying a data-driven, disciplined approach to value investing.

TSE:4286 CL Holdings Inc TSE:4286
76 GF Score
Price 円1,332.00
GF Value 円787.13
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is CL Holdings EV-to-EBITDA?

CL Holdings TSE:4286 -0.89% 76 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.13 as of Aug. 22, 2026, which is 29% below its 10-year median of 7.20. GuruFocus rates TSE:4286 with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of 円787.13 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 751 Media - Diversified companies, CL Holdings ranks better than 62.18% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, CL Holdings's enterprise value is 円16,918 Mil. CL Holdings's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was 円3,300 Mil. Therefore, CL Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.13.

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

TSE:4286' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.48   Med: 7.2   Max: 14.04
Current: 5.12

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of CL Holdings was 14.04. The lowest was 2.48. And the median was 7.20.

TSE:4286's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
62.18% of 751 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 7.13 vs TSE:4286: 5.12

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 (2026-08-22), CL Holdings's stock price is 円1332.00. CL Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was 円87.660. Therefore, CL Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.20.

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


CL Holdings  (TSE:4286) 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.

CL Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1332.00/87.660
=15.20

CL Holdings's share price for today is 円1332.00.
CL Holdings'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87.660.

* 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?


CL Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


CL Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

* Premium members only.

The historical data trend for CL Holdings'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.

CL Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Chart

CL Holdings Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 4.91 4.61 4.18 6.14 5.48

CL Holdings Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 10.88 7.61 5.48 3.82 6.07

TSE:4286 vs APP, OMC, TTD: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Advertising Agencies subindustry, CL Holdings'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.


CL Holdings EV-to-EBITDA vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, CL Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


TSE:4286
76GF Score
CL Holdings Inc TSE:4286
EV-to-EBITDA is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis

CL Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

CL Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=16918.287/3299.561
=5.13

CL Holdings's current Enterprise Value is 円16,918 Mil.
CL Holdings'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3,300 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 5.13 mean?
CL Holdings (TSE:4286) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.13 as of Aug. 22, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on CL Holdings. This is 29% below median its historical median of 7.20. Over the past decade, CL Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.48 to 14.04. According to the industry distribution chart, CL Holdings ranks #284 out of 751 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 37.8%.
Is CL Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
CL Holdings' current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.13 is 29% below median its 10-year median of 7.20. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.48 to a high of 14.04. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.13. CL Holdings' value of 5.13 is 28.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, CL Holdings ranks #284 out of 751 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, CL Holdings has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CL Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA compare to APP and OMC?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, CL Holdings ranks #284 out of 751 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts CL Holdings in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.13. CL Holdings' value of 5.13 is 28.1% below this benchmark. Historically, CL Holdings' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.48 to 14.04 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.20 vs. the industry median of 7.13, CL Holdings 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 7.13, based on 751 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. CL Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.13 is 28.1% 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 CL Holdings. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.13 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. CL Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.13, which is 29% below median its own 10-year median of 7.20. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CL Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CL Holdings (TSE:4286) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円787.13, compared to a current price of 円1,332.00 — trading 69.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.13, which is 29% below median its 10-year median of 7.20 and 28.1% below the Media - Diversified industry median of 7.13. CL Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 6 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 CL Holdings (TSE:4286), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.13 as of Aug. 22, 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 CL Holdings (TSE:4286) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CL Holdings stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円1,332.00 is trading 69.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円787.13. GuruFocus considers CL Holdings to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:4286:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 5.13 (29% below median its 10-year median of 7.20)
  • GF Value™: 円787.13 vs. price of 円1,332.00 (69.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 28.1% below the Media - Diversified median (#284 of 751)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:4286 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


CL Holdings Business Description

Address 2-20 Akasaka 5-chome, Akasaka Park Building, 16th Floor, Minato-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 150-0001
CL Holdings Inc formerly Legs Co Ltd is engaged in marketing and sales promotion services. The company provides planning, designing, developing premium goods, free giveaways, sampling, promotional events and web promotion.
76GF Score

Get the complete analysis for TSE:4286

EV-to-EBITDA is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

円1,332.00
Price
円787.13
GF Value