Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co (TSE:4616) EV-to-EBITDA: 3.95 (As of Sep. 04, 2026) — 48% Below Median

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TSE:4616 Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co Ltd TSE:4616
62 GF Score
Price 円2,411.00
GF Value 円1,737.68
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co TSE:4616 -1.95% 62 EV-to-EBITDA is 3.95 as of Sep. 04, 2026, which is 48% below its 10-year median of 7.63. GuruFocus rates TSE:4616 with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,737.68 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,342 Chemicals companies, Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co ranks better than 90.24% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's enterprise value is 円1,998 Mil. Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was 円506 Mil. Therefore, Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 3.95.

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

TSE:4616' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.72   Med: 7.63   Max: 609.32
Current: 3.95

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co was 609.32. The lowest was 2.72. And the median was 7.63.

TSE:4616's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
90.24% of 1342 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 12.39 vs TSE:4616: 3.95

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 (2026-09-04), Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's stock price is 円2411.00. Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was 円239.330. Therefore, Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 10.07.

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


Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co  (TSE:4616) 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.

Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2411.00/239.330
=10.07

Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's share price for today is 円2411.00.
Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円239.330.

* 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?


Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kawakami Paint Manufacturing 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.

Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co Annual Data
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EV-to-EBITDA
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Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co Quarterly Data
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TSE:4616 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Kawakami Paint Manufacturing 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.


Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


TSE:4616
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Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=1997.609/505.835
=3.95

Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's current Enterprise Value is 円1,998 Mil.
Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円506 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 3.95 mean?
Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co (TSE:4616) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 3.95 as of Sep. 04, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co. This is 48% below median its historical median of 7.63. Over the past decade, Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.72 to 609.32. According to the industry distribution chart, Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co ranks #131 out of 1342 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 9.8%.
Is Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.95 is 48% below median its 10-year median of 7.63. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.72 to a high of 609.32. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.39. Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's value of 3.95 is 68.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co ranks #131 out of 1342 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co ranks #131 out of 1342 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co in the top 10% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.39. Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's value of 3.95 is 68.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.72 to 609.32 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.63 vs. the industry median of 12.39, Kawakami Paint Manufacturing 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 12.39, 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. Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.95 is 68.1% 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 Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.39 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.95, which is 48% below median its own 10-year median of 7.63. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co (TSE:4616) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,737.68, compared to a current price of 円2,411.00 — trading 38.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.95, which is 48% below median its 10-year median of 7.63 and 68.1% below the Chemicals industry median of 12.39. Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co's overall GF Score™ is 62/100 with 5 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 Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co (TSE:4616), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.95 as of Sep. 04, 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 Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co (TSE:4616) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円2,411.00 is trading 38.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,737.68. GuruFocus considers Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:4616:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 3.95 (48% below median its 10-year median of 7.63)
  • GF Value™: 円1,737.68 vs. price of 円2,411.00 (38.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 62/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 68.1% below the Chemicals median (#131 of 1342)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:4616 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co Business Description

Address Number 41, No. 1-chome, Amagasaki, Tsukaguchihon, Hyogo, JPN, 661-0001
Kawakami Paint Manufacturing Co Ltd is engaged in manufacturing and selling various paints in Japan. Its products include heat insulation paints, ultra-low temperature powder, and water-based paints; and general purpose building paints, as well as floor coatings, building interior and exterior paints, aqueous paint, and rustproof paint.
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円2,411.00
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GF Value