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HOKUETSU METAL CoTSE:5446 -0.19%52 EV-to-EBITDA is 6.07 as of Aug. 30, 2026, which is 102% above its 10-year median of 3.00. GuruFocus rates TSE:5446 with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,027.61 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 528 Steel companies, HOKUETSU METAL Co ranks better than 74.62% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, HOKUETSU METAL Co's enterprise value is 円3,846 Mil.
HOKUETSU METAL Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円633 Mil. Therefore, HOKUETSU METAL Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 6.07.
The historical rank and industry rank for HOKUETSU METAL Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
TSE:5446'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -89.48 Med: 3 Max: 49.96
Current: 6.07
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of HOKUETSU METAL Co was 49.96. The lowest was -89.48. And the median was 3.00.
TSE:5446's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 74.62% of 528
companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 9.555
vs TSE:5446: 6.07
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.
HOKUETSU METAL Co (TSE:5446) 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.
HOKUETSU METAL Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
HOKUETSU METAL Co's share price for today is 円1078.00.
HOKUETSU METAL 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-142.350.
* 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 HOKUETSU METAL 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:5446 vs NUE, STLD, RS: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Steel subindustry, HOKUETSU METAL 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.
HOKUETSU METAL Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Steel Industry
For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, HOKUETSU METAL Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where HOKUETSU METAL Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
HOKUETSU METAL Co's current Enterprise Value is 円3,846 Mil.
HOKUETSU METAL 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633 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.
HOKUETSU METAL Co (TSE:5446) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 6.07 as of Aug. 30, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on HOKUETSU METAL Co. This is 102% above median its historical median of 3.00. According to the industry distribution chart, HOKUETSU METAL Co ranks #134 out of 528 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 25.4%.
Is HOKUETSU METAL Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
HOKUETSU METAL Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.07 is 102% above median its 10-year median of 3.00. The Steel industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.56. HOKUETSU METAL Co's value of 6.07 is 36.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, HOKUETSU METAL Co ranks #134 out of 528 companies in the Steel industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, HOKUETSU METAL Co has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HOKUETSU METAL Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, HOKUETSU METAL Co ranks #134 out of 528 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts HOKUETSU METAL Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.56. HOKUETSU METAL Co's value of 6.07 is 36.5% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 3.00 vs. the industry median of 9.56, HOKUETSU METAL 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 9.56, 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. HOKUETSU METAL Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.07 is 36.5% 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 HOKUETSU METAL Co. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.56 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. HOKUETSU METAL Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.07, which is 102% above median its own 10-year median of 3.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is HOKUETSU METAL Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HOKUETSU METAL Co (TSE:5446) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,027.61, compared to a current price of 円1,078.00 — trading 4.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.07, which is 102% above median its 10-year median of 3.00 and 36.5% below the Steel industry median of 9.56. HOKUETSU METAL Co's overall GF Score™ is 52/100 with 3 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 HOKUETSU METAL Co (TSE:5446), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.07 as of Aug. 30, 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 HOKUETSU METAL Co (TSE:5446) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HOKUETSU METAL Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of 円1,078.00 is trading 4.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,027.61.
GuruFocus considers HOKUETSU METAL Co to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:5446:
EV-to-EBITDA: 6.07 (102% above median its 10-year median of 3.00)
GF Value™: 円1,027.61 vs. price of 円1,078.00 (4.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 36.5% below the Steel median (#134 of 528)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:5446 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
HOKUETSU METAL Co Ltd operates in the iron and steel industry. The principal business activities of the company include the manufacturing and processing of primary products such as steel, non-base metals and alloys, steel structures, and various other mechanical devices.
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