Sumitomo Pharma Co (TSE:4506) EV-to-EBITDA: 9.32 (As of Sep. 08, 2026) — 25% Above Median

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TSE:4506 Sumitomo Pharma Co Ltd TSE:4506
58 GF Score
Price 円1,618.50
GF Value 円875.64
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Sumitomo Pharma Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Sumitomo Pharma Co TSE:4506 -2.09% 58 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.32 as of Sep. 08, 2026, which is 25% above its 10-year median of 7.45. GuruFocus rates TSE:4506 with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of 円875.64 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 726 Drug Manufacturers companies, Sumitomo Pharma Co ranks better than 65.84% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Sumitomo Pharma Co's enterprise value is 円802,748 Mil. Sumitomo Pharma Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円86,158 Mil. Therefore, Sumitomo Pharma Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.32.

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

TSE:4506' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -9.8   Med: 7.45   Max: 19.93
Current: 9.32

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Sumitomo Pharma Co was 19.93. The lowest was -9.80. And the median was 7.45.

TSE:4506's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
65.84% of 726 companies
in the Drug Manufacturers industry
Industry Median: 13.75 vs TSE:4506: 9.32

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 (2026-09-08), Sumitomo Pharma Co's stock price is 円1618.50. Sumitomo Pharma Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円413.670. Therefore, Sumitomo Pharma Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 3.91.

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


Sumitomo Pharma Co  (TSE:4506) 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.

Sumitomo Pharma Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1618.50/413.670
=3.91

Sumitomo Pharma Co's share price for today is 円1618.50.
Sumitomo Pharma 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413.670.

* 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?


Sumitomo Pharma Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Sumitomo Pharma Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sumitomo Pharma 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.

Sumitomo Pharma Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Sumitomo Pharma Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA
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Sumitomo Pharma Co Quarterly Data
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TSE:4506 vs ZTS: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Drug Manufacturers - Specialty & Generic subindustry, Sumitomo Pharma 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.


Sumitomo Pharma Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Drug Manufacturers Industry

For the Drug Manufacturers industry and Healthcare sector, Sumitomo Pharma Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Sumitomo Pharma Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Sumitomo Pharma Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=802748.407/86158
=9.32

Sumitomo Pharma Co's current Enterprise Value is 円802,748 Mil.
Sumitomo Pharma 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86,158 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 9.32 mean?
Sumitomo Pharma Co (TSE:4506) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.32 as of Sep. 08, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Sumitomo Pharma Co. This is 25% above median its historical median of 7.45. According to the industry distribution chart, Sumitomo Pharma Co ranks #248 out of 726 companies in the Drug Manufacturers industry, placing it in the top 34.2%.
Is Sumitomo Pharma Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Sumitomo Pharma Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.32 is 25% above median its 10-year median of 7.45. The Drug Manufacturers industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.75. Sumitomo Pharma Co's value of 9.32 is 32.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sumitomo Pharma Co ranks #248 out of 726 companies in the Drug Manufacturers industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Sumitomo Pharma Co has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sumitomo Pharma Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to ZTS?
According to the Drug Manufacturers industry distribution chart, Sumitomo Pharma Co ranks #248 out of 726 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Sumitomo Pharma Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.75. Sumitomo Pharma Co's value of 9.32 is 32.2% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 7.45 vs. the industry median of 13.75, Sumitomo Pharma 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 Drug Manufacturers company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Drug Manufacturers companies is 13.75, based on 726 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. Sumitomo Pharma Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.32 is 32.2% 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 Sumitomo Pharma Co. For the Drug Manufacturers industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.75 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sumitomo Pharma Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.32, which is 25% above median its own 10-year median of 7.45. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sumitomo Pharma Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sumitomo Pharma Co (TSE:4506) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円875.64, compared to a current price of 円1,618.50 — trading 84.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.32, which is 25% above median its 10-year median of 7.45 and 32.2% below the Drug Manufacturers industry median of 13.75. Sumitomo Pharma Co's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 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 Sumitomo Pharma Co (TSE:4506), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.32 as of Sep. 08, 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 Sumitomo Pharma Co (TSE:4506) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sumitomo Pharma Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円1,618.50 is trading 84.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円875.64. GuruFocus considers Sumitomo Pharma Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:4506:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 9.32 (25% above median its 10-year median of 7.45)
  • GF Value™: 円875.64 vs. price of 円1,618.50 (84.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 58/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 32.2% below the Drug Manufacturers median (#248 of 726)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:4506 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Sumitomo Pharma Co Business Description

Address 6-8, Doshomachi 2-chome, Chuo-ku, Osaka, JPN, 541-0045
Sumitomo Pharma Co Ltd is a specialty and generic drug manufacturing company. Sumitomo's vast majority of sales are generated in North America, followed by Japan. The company's core business is its pharmaceutical products business. The pharmaceutical business maintains a focus on a variety of areas, including cardiovascular/diabetes, psychiatry & neurology, and specialty areas. Sumitomo considers merger and acquisition investment as a potential component of its operational growth strategy for expanding its research, development, manufacturing, and marketing capabilities.
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