Link-U Group (TSE:4446) EV-to-EBITDA: 55.08 (As of Sep. 01, 2026) — 35% Above Median

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TSE:4446 Link-U Group Inc TSE:4446
58 GF Score
Price 円852.00
GF Value 円110.15
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is Link-U Group EV-to-EBITDA?

Link-U Group TSE:4446 -2.29% 58 EV-to-EBITDA is 55.08 as of Sep. 01, 2026, which is 35% above its 10-year median of 40.88. GuruFocus rates TSE:4446 with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of 円110.15 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,955 Software companies, Link-U Group ranks worse than 88.54% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Link-U Group's enterprise value is 円12,613.8 Mil. Link-U Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was 円229.0 Mil. Therefore, Link-U Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 55.08.

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

TSE:4446' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1578.59   Med: 40.88   Max: 1303.67
Current: 55.08

During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Link-U Group was 1303.67. The lowest was -1578.59. And the median was 40.88.

TSE:4446's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
88.54% of 1955 companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 10.52 vs TSE:4446: 55.08

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 (2026-09-01), Link-U Group's stock price is 円852.00. Link-U Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was 円-1.340. Therefore, Link-U Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.

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


Link-U Group  (TSE:4446) 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.

Link-U Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=852.00/-1.340
=At Loss

Link-U Group's share price for today is 円852.00.
Link-U Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円-1.340.

* 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?


Link-U Group EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Link-U Group EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Link-U Group'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.

Link-U Group EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Link-U Group Annual Data
Trend Jul17 Jul18 Jul19 Jul20 Jul21 Jul22 Jul23 Jul24 Jul25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Link-U Group Quarterly Data
Apr21 Jul21 Oct21 Jan22 Apr22 Jul22 Oct22 Jan23 Apr23 Jul23 Oct23 Jan24 Apr24 Jul24 Jan25 Apr25 Jul25 Oct25 Jan26 Apr26
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TSE:4446 vs CRM, SHOP, UBER: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Software - Application subindustry, Link-U Group'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.


Link-U Group EV-to-EBITDA vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, Link-U Group's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Link-U Group's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Link-U Group EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Link-U Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=12613.763/228.997
=55.08

Link-U Group's current Enterprise Value is 円12,613.8 Mil.
Link-U Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円229.0 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 55.08 mean?
Link-U Group (TSE:4446) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 55.08 as of Sep. 01, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Link-U Group. This is 35% above median its historical median of 40.88. According to the industry distribution chart, Link-U Group ranks #1731 out of 1955 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 88.5%.
Is Link-U Group's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Link-U Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 55.08 is 35% above median its 10-year median of 40.88. The Software industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.52. Link-U Group's value of 55.08 is 423.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Link-U Group ranks #1731 out of 1955 companies in the Software industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Link-U Group has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Link-U Group's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CRM and SHOP?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Link-U Group ranks #1731 out of 1955 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Link-U Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.52. Link-U Group's value of 55.08 is 423.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 40.88 vs. the industry median of 10.52, Link-U Group 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 Software company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Software companies is 10.52, based on 1,955 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. Link-U Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 55.08 is 423.6% 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 Link-U Group. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.52 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Link-U Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is 55.08, which is 35% above median its own 10-year median of 40.88. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Link-U Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Link-U Group (TSE:4446) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円110.15, compared to a current price of 円852.00 — trading 673.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 55.08, which is 35% above median its 10-year median of 40.88 and 423.6% above the Software industry median of 10.52. Link-U Group's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 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 Link-U Group (TSE:4446), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 55.08 as of Sep. 01, 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 Link-U Group (TSE:4446) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Link-U Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円852.00 is trading 673.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円110.15. GuruFocus considers Link-U Group to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:4446:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 55.08 (35% above median its 10-year median of 40.88)
  • GF Value™: 円110.15 vs. price of 円852.00 (673.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 58/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 423.6% above the Software median (#1731 of 1955)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:4446 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Link-U Group Business Description

Address 2-2-3 Sotokanda, Sumitomo Real Estate Ochanomizu Building, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 101-0021
Link-U Group Inc through its subsidiaries engages in developing and operating manga apps, etc., utilizing data distribution technology based on its own original server design, operates a platform that connects businesses and users, supports and promotes the introduction of digital transformation, as well as planning, development, and operation in a wide range of areas, from manga apps to government systems, provides IT consulting services such as digital transformation support for government agencies, among others.
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