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Waseda Academy CoTSE:4718 +1.98%89 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.31 as of Sep. 03, 2026, which is 19% below its 10-year median of 9.03. GuruFocus rates TSE:4718 with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of 円2,167.80 (Modestly Overvalued). Among 212 Education companies, Waseda Academy Co ranks worse than 51.42% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Waseda Academy Co's enterprise value is 円38,101 Mil.
Waseda Academy Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円5,211 Mil. Therefore, Waseda Academy Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.31.
The historical rank and industry rank for Waseda Academy Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
TSE:4718'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.18 Med: 9.03 Max: 25.97
Current: 7.31
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Waseda Academy Co was 25.97. The lowest was 5.18. And the median was 9.03.
TSE:4718's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 51.42% of 212
companies
in the Education industry
Industry Median: 7.16
vs TSE:4718: 7.31
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.
Waseda Academy Co (TSE:4718) 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.
Waseda Academy Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Waseda Academy Co's share price for today is 円2581.00.
Waseda Academy 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142.660.
* 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).
The historical data trend for Waseda Academy 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.
TSE:4718 vs EDU, TAL, LAUR: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Education & Training Services subindustry, Waseda Academy 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.
Waseda Academy Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Education Industry
For the Education industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Waseda Academy Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Waseda Academy Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Waseda Academy Co's current Enterprise Value is 円38,101 Mil.
Waseda Academy 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5,211 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.
Waseda Academy Co (TSE:4718) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.31 as of Sep. 03, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Waseda Academy Co. This is 19% below median its historical median of 9.03. Over the past decade, Waseda Academy Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.18 to 25.97. According to the industry distribution chart, Waseda Academy Co ranks #109 out of 212 companies in the Education industry, placing it in the top 51.4%.
Is Waseda Academy Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Waseda Academy Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.31 is 19% below median its 10-year median of 9.03. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.18 to a high of 25.97. The Education industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.16. Waseda Academy Co's value of 7.31 is 2.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Waseda Academy Co ranks #109 out of 212 companies in the Education industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Waseda Academy Co has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Waseda Academy Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to EDU and TAL?
According to the Education industry distribution chart, Waseda Academy Co ranks #109 out of 212 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Waseda Academy Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.16. Waseda Academy Co's value of 7.31 is 2.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Waseda Academy Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.18 to 25.97 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.03 vs. the industry median of 7.16, Waseda Academy Co 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 an Education company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Education companies is 7.16, based on 212 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. Waseda Academy Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.31 is 2.1% 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 Waseda Academy Co. For the Education industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.16 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Waseda Academy Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.31, which is 19% below median its own 10-year median of 9.03. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Waseda Academy Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Waseda Academy Co (TSE:4718) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円2,167.80, compared to a current price of 円2,581.00 — trading 19.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.31, which is 19% below median its 10-year median of 9.03 and 2.1% above the Education industry median of 7.16. Waseda Academy Co's overall GF Score™ is 89/100. 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 Waseda Academy Co (TSE:4718), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.31 as of Sep. 03, 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 Waseda Academy Co (TSE:4718) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Waseda Academy Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of 円2,581.00 is trading 19.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円2,167.80.
GuruFocus considers Waseda Academy Co to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:4718:
EV-to-EBITDA: 7.31 (19% below median its 10-year median of 9.03)
GF Value™: 円2,167.80 vs. price of 円2,581.00 (19.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 2.1% above the Education median (#109 of 212)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:4718 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
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