HITO-Communications Holdings (TSE:4433) EV-to-EBITDA: 4.83 (As of Aug. 29, 2026) — 44% Below Median

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TSE:4433 HITO-Communications Holdings Inc TSE:4433
57 GF Score
Price 円872.00
GF Value 円1,122.25
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is HITO-Communications Holdings EV-to-EBITDA?

HITO-Communications Holdings TSE:4433 -4.18% 57 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.83 as of Aug. 29, 2026, which is 44% below its 10-year median of 8.68. GuruFocus rates TSE:4433 with a GF Score™ of 57/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,122.25 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 910 Business Services companies, HITO-Communications Holdings ranks better than 70.44% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, HITO-Communications Holdings's enterprise value is 円16,449 Mil. HITO-Communications Holdings's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円3,408 Mil. Therefore, HITO-Communications Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.83.

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

TSE:4433' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.06   Med: 8.68   Max: 1978.63
Current: 4.83

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of HITO-Communications Holdings was 1978.63. The lowest was 3.06. And the median was 8.68.

TSE:4433's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
70.44% of 910 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.52 vs TSE:4433: 4.83

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 (2026-08-29), HITO-Communications Holdings's stock price is 円872.00. HITO-Communications Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円15.340. Therefore, HITO-Communications Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 56.84.

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


HITO-Communications Holdings  (TSE:4433) 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.

HITO-Communications Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=872.00/15.340
=56.84

HITO-Communications Holdings's share price for today is 円872.00.
HITO-Communications Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円15.340.

* 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?


HITO-Communications Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


HITO-Communications Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for HITO-Communications 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.

HITO-Communications Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Chart

HITO-Communications Holdings Annual Data
Trend Aug16 Aug17 Aug18 Aug19 Aug20 Aug21 Aug22 Aug23 Aug24 Aug25
EV-to-EBITDA
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HITO-Communications Holdings Quarterly Data
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TSE:4433 vs KFY, RHI, TNET: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, HITO-Communications 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.


HITO-Communications Holdings EV-to-EBITDA vs Business Services Industry

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

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


TSE:4433
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HITO-Communications Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=16448.573/3408
=4.83

HITO-Communications Holdings's current Enterprise Value is 円16,449 Mil.
HITO-Communications Holdings's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円3,408 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 4.83 mean?
HITO-Communications Holdings (TSE:4433) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.83 as of Aug. 29, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on HITO-Communications Holdings. This is 44% below median its historical median of 8.68. Over the past decade, HITO-Communications Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.06 to 1,978.63. According to the industry distribution chart, HITO-Communications Holdings ranks #269 out of 910 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 29.6%.
Is HITO-Communications Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
HITO-Communications Holdings' current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.83 is 44% below median its 10-year median of 8.68. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.06 to a high of 1,978.63. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.52. HITO-Communications Holdings' value of 4.83 is 35.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, HITO-Communications Holdings ranks #269 out of 910 companies in the Business Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, HITO-Communications Holdings has a GF Score™ of 57/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HITO-Communications Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA compare to KFY and RHI?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, HITO-Communications Holdings ranks #269 out of 910 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts HITO-Communications Holdings in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.52. HITO-Communications Holdings' value of 4.83 is 35.8% below this benchmark. Historically, HITO-Communications Holdings' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.06 to 1,978.63 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 8.68 vs. the industry median of 7.52, HITO-Communications 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Business Services companies is 7.52, based on 910 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. HITO-Communications Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.83 is 35.8% 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 HITO-Communications Holdings. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.52 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. HITO-Communications Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.83, which is 44% below median its own 10-year median of 8.68. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is HITO-Communications Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HITO-Communications Holdings (TSE:4433) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,122.25, compared to a current price of 円872.00 — trading 22.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.83, which is 44% below median its 10-year median of 8.68 and 35.8% below the Business Services industry median of 7.52. HITO-Communications Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 57/100 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 HITO-Communications Holdings (TSE:4433), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.83 as of Aug. 29, 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 HITO-Communications Holdings (TSE:4433) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HITO-Communications Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円872.00 is trading 22.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,122.25. GuruFocus considers HITO-Communications Holdings to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:4433:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 4.83 (44% below median its 10-year median of 8.68)
  • GF Value™: 円1,122.25 vs. price of 円872.00 (22.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 57/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 35.8% below the Business Services median (#269 of 910)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:4433 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


HITO-Communications Holdings Business Description

Address 1-9-6 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima Ward, Tokyo, JPN, 170-0013
HITO-Communications Holdings Inc is engaged in business outsourcing industry placement and pay the general worker dispatching undertaking. Its services include Sales Outsourcing, Sales Promotion, Staffing services, and Tourism Staffing services among others.
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