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Kobelco Wire CoTSE:5660 39 EV-to-EBITDA is 8.91 as of Sep. 07, 2026, which is 52% below its 10-year median of 18.66. GuruFocus rates TSE:5660 with a GF Score™ of 39/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,274.16 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 528 Steel companies, Kobelco Wire Co ranks better than 53.03% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Kobelco Wire Co's enterprise value is 円19,173 Mil.
Kobelco Wire Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円2,151 Mil. Therefore, Kobelco Wire Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 8.91.
The historical rank and industry rank for Kobelco Wire Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
TSE:5660'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.16 Med: 18.66 Max: 162.67
Current: 8.91
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Kobelco Wire Co was 162.67. The lowest was 6.16. And the median was 18.66.
TSE:5660's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 53.03% of 528
companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 9.575
vs TSE:5660: 8.91
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.
Kobelco Wire Co (TSE:5660) 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.
Kobelco Wire Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Kobelco Wire Co's share price for today is 円1900.00.
Kobelco Wire 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143.110.
* 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 Kobelco Wire 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:5660 vs NUE, STLD, RS: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Steel subindustry, Kobelco Wire 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.
Kobelco Wire Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Steel Industry
For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Kobelco Wire Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Kobelco Wire Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Kobelco Wire Co's current Enterprise Value is 円19,173 Mil.
Kobelco Wire 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2,151 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.
Kobelco Wire Co (TSE:5660) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 8.91 as of Sep. 07, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Kobelco Wire Co. This is 52% below median its historical median of 18.66. Over the past decade, Kobelco Wire Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.16 to 162.67. According to the industry distribution chart, Kobelco Wire Co ranks #248 out of 528 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 47%.
Is Kobelco Wire Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Kobelco Wire Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.91 is 52% below median its 10-year median of 18.66. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.16 to a high of 162.67. The Steel industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.58. Kobelco Wire Co's value of 8.91 is 6.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kobelco Wire Co ranks #248 out of 528 companies in the Steel industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Kobelco Wire Co has a GF Score™ of 39/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kobelco Wire Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Kobelco Wire Co ranks #248 out of 528 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Kobelco Wire Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.58. Kobelco Wire Co's value of 8.91 is 6.9% below this benchmark. Historically, Kobelco Wire Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.16 to 162.67 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 18.66 vs. the industry median of 9.58, Kobelco Wire 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. Kobelco Wire Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.91 is 6.9% 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 Kobelco Wire 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. Kobelco Wire Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.91, which is 52% below median its own 10-year median of 18.66. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kobelco Wire Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kobelco Wire Co (TSE:5660) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,274.16, compared to a current price of 円1,900.00 — trading 49.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.91, which is 52% below median its 10-year median of 18.66 and 6.9% below the Steel industry median of 9.58. Kobelco Wire Co's overall GF Score™ is 39/100 with 6 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 Kobelco Wire Co (TSE:5660), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.91 as of Sep. 07, 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 Kobelco Wire Co (TSE:5660) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kobelco Wire Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of 円1,900.00 is trading 49.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,274.16.
GuruFocus considers Kobelco Wire Co to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:5660:
EV-to-EBITDA: 8.91 (52% below median its 10-year median of 18.66)
GF Value™: 円1,274.16 vs. price of 円1,900.00 (49.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 6.9% below the Steel median (#248 of 528)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:5660 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Kobelco Wire Co Ltd formerly Shinko Wire Co Ltd is a comprehensive manufacturer of steel wire products. The company is organized in three business segments - Steel Wire, Wire Rope, and Engineering business. Its Steel Wire business is engaged in the production and sale of PC steel wire, unbonded and afterbond PC steel wire, stainless steel wire, oil tempered wire, and nickel plated steel wire. The Wire rope business manufactures general rope, special rope, stainless steel rope, and wire rope processed item. The Engineering business is involved in the manufacturing and selling of steel wire processing products, plant engineering, and falling bridge prevention cable.
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