Yamato Kogyo Co (TSE:5444) EV-to-EBITDA: 5.24 (As of Sep. 06, 2026) — 11% Above Median

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TSE:5444 Yamato Kogyo Co Ltd TSE:5444
76 GF Score
Price 円12,365.00
GF Value 円8,667.61
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Yamato Kogyo Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Yamato Kogyo Co TSE:5444 -1.24% 76 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.24 as of Sep. 06, 2026, which is 11% above its 10-year median of 4.74. GuruFocus rates TSE:5444 with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of 円8,667.61 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 528 Steel companies, Yamato Kogyo Co ranks better than 78.98% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Yamato Kogyo Co's enterprise value is 円533,689 Mil. Yamato Kogyo Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was 円101,764 Mil. Therefore, Yamato Kogyo Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.24.

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

TSE:5444' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.6   Med: 4.74   Max: 11.04
Current: 5.24

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Yamato Kogyo Co was 11.04. The lowest was 1.60. And the median was 4.74.

TSE:5444's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
78.98% of 528 companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 9.575 vs TSE:5444: 5.24

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 (2026-09-06), Yamato Kogyo Co's stock price is 円12365.00. Yamato Kogyo Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was 円1134.610. Therefore, Yamato Kogyo Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 10.90.

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


Yamato Kogyo Co  (TSE:5444) 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.

Yamato Kogyo Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=12365.00/1134.610
=10.90

Yamato Kogyo Co's share price for today is 円12365.00.
Yamato Kogyo Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円1134.610.

* 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?


Yamato Kogyo Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Yamato Kogyo Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Yamato Kogyo 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.

Yamato Kogyo Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Yamato Kogyo Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA
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Yamato Kogyo Co Quarterly Data
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TSE:5444 vs NUE, STLD, RS: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Yamato Kogyo 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.


Yamato Kogyo Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Steel Industry

For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Yamato Kogyo Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


TSE:5444
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Yamato Kogyo Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Yamato Kogyo Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=533688.550/101764
=5.24

Yamato Kogyo Co's current Enterprise Value is 円533,689 Mil.
Yamato Kogyo Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円101,764 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 5.24 mean?
Yamato Kogyo Co (TSE:5444) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.24 as of Sep. 06, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Yamato Kogyo Co. This is 11% above median its historical median of 4.74. Over the past decade, Yamato Kogyo Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.60 to 11.04. According to the industry distribution chart, Yamato Kogyo Co ranks #111 out of 528 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 21%.
Is Yamato Kogyo Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Yamato Kogyo Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.24 is 11% above median its 10-year median of 4.74. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.60 to a high of 11.04. The Steel industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.58. Yamato Kogyo Co's value of 5.24 is 45.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Yamato Kogyo Co ranks #111 out of 528 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Yamato Kogyo Co has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Yamato Kogyo Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Yamato Kogyo Co ranks #111 out of 528 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Yamato Kogyo Co in the top 21% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.58. Yamato Kogyo Co's value of 5.24 is 45.3% below this benchmark. Historically, Yamato Kogyo Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.60 to 11.04 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.74 vs. the industry median of 9.58, Yamato Kogyo 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 Steel company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Steel companies is 9.58, based on 528 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. Yamato Kogyo Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.24 is 45.3% 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 Yamato Kogyo Co. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.58 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Yamato Kogyo Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.24, which is 11% above median its own 10-year median of 4.74. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Yamato Kogyo Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Yamato Kogyo Co (TSE:5444) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円8,667.61, compared to a current price of 円12,365.00 — trading 42.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.24, which is 11% above median its 10-year median of 4.74 and 45.3% below the Steel industry median of 9.58. Yamato Kogyo Co's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 8 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 Yamato Kogyo Co (TSE:5444), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.24 as of Sep. 06, 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 Yamato Kogyo Co (TSE:5444) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Yamato Kogyo Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円12,365.00 is trading 42.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円8,667.61. GuruFocus considers Yamato Kogyo Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:5444:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 5.24 (11% above median its 10-year median of 4.74)
  • GF Value™: 円8,667.61 vs. price of 円12,365.00 (42.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 45.3% below the Steel median (#111 of 528)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:5444 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Yamato Kogyo Co Business Description

Address 380 Yoshimi, Otsu Ward, Hyogo Prefecture, Himeji, JPN, 671-1192
Yamato Kogyo Co Ltd is engaged in the iron and steel business. The company operates through four reportable segments: Iron and Steel Business (Japan), Iron and Steel Business (Thailand), Iron and Steel Business (Indonesia), and Railway Supplies Business. The Japanese segment handles H-beams, channel steel, steel sheet piles, and shipbuilding steel; the Thailand segment produces H-shaped steel and steel angle; the Indonesian segment manufactures H-beams and equal-leg angle steel; while the Railway Supplies segment provides turnouts, expansion joints, insulated rails, and derailment prevention guards.
76GF Score

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