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Shinhokoku MaterialTSE:5542 -0.55%70 EV-to-EBITDA is 3.96 as of Sep. 11, 2026, which is 20% below its 10-year median of 4.98. GuruFocus rates TSE:5542 with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of 円639.70 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 527 Steel companies, Shinhokoku Material ranks better than 86.72% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Shinhokoku Material's enterprise value is 円3,267 Mil.
Shinhokoku Material's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was 円824 Mil. Therefore, Shinhokoku Material's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 3.96.
The historical rank and industry rank for Shinhokoku Material's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
TSE:5542'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.95 Med: 4.98 Max: 19.11
Current: 3.97
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Shinhokoku Material was 19.11. The lowest was 1.95. And the median was 4.98.
TSE:5542's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 86.72% of 527
companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 9.8
vs TSE:5542: 3.97
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.
Shinhokoku Material (TSE:5542) 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.
Shinhokoku Material's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Shinhokoku Material's share price for today is 円896.00.
Shinhokoku Material'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70.860.
* 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 Shinhokoku Material'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:5542 vs NUE, STLD, RS: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Steel subindustry, Shinhokoku Material'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.
Shinhokoku Material EV-to-EBITDA vs Steel Industry
For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Shinhokoku Material's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Shinhokoku Material's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Shinhokoku Material's current Enterprise Value is 円3,267 Mil.
Shinhokoku Material'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824 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.
Shinhokoku Material (TSE:5542) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 3.96 as of Sep. 11, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Shinhokoku Material. This is 20% below median its historical median of 4.98. Over the past decade, Shinhokoku Material's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.95 to 19.11. According to the industry distribution chart, Shinhokoku Material ranks #70 out of 527 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 13.3%.
Is Shinhokoku Material's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Shinhokoku Material's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.96 is 20% below median its 10-year median of 4.98. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.95 to a high of 19.11. The Steel industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.80. Shinhokoku Material's value of 3.96 is 59.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Shinhokoku Material ranks #70 out of 527 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Shinhokoku Material has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Shinhokoku Material's EV-to-EBITDA compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Shinhokoku Material ranks #70 out of 527 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Shinhokoku Material in the top 13% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.80. Shinhokoku Material's value of 3.96 is 59.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Shinhokoku Material's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.95 to 19.11 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.98 vs. the industry median of 9.80, Shinhokoku Material 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 9.80, based on 527 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. Shinhokoku Material's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.96 is 59.6% 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 Shinhokoku Material. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.80 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Shinhokoku Material's current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.96, which is 20% below median its own 10-year median of 4.98. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Shinhokoku Material stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shinhokoku Material (TSE:5542) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円639.70, compared to a current price of 円896.00 — trading 40.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.96, which is 20% below median its 10-year median of 4.98 and 59.6% below the Steel industry median of 9.80. Shinhokoku Material's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 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 Shinhokoku Material (TSE:5542), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.96 as of Sep. 11, 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 Shinhokoku Material (TSE:5542) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shinhokoku Material stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of 円896.00 is trading 40.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円639.70.
GuruFocus considers Shinhokoku Material to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:5542:
EV-to-EBITDA: 3.96 (20% below median its 10-year median of 4.98)
GF Value™: 円639.70 vs. price of 円896.00 (40.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 59.6% below the Steel median (#70 of 527)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:5542 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Shinhokoku Material Corp is a Japan-based company that engages in the manufacture and sale of special alloy industrial castings and precision processed products. The company has two business segments, which include the Special alloy business and the Real estate rental business. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the special alloy business segment, which produces parts for semiconductor and FPD manufacturing equipment, tools for manufacturing seamless steel pipes, electrical resistance materials, and special welding rods.
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