Chuo Spring Co (TSE:5992) EV-to-EBITDA: 4.17 (As of Aug. 18, 2026) — 36% Below Median

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TSE:5992 Chuo Spring Co Ltd TSE:5992
64 GF Score
Price 円3,685.00
GF Value 円1,399.39
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Chuo Spring Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Chuo Spring Co TSE:5992 -0.14% 64 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.17 as of Aug. 18, 2026, which is 36% below its 10-year median of 6.56. GuruFocus rates TSE:5992 with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,399.39 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,154 Vehicles & Parts companies, Chuo Spring Co ranks better than 80.33% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Chuo Spring Co's enterprise value is 円95,215 Mil. Chuo Spring Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円22,846 Mil. Therefore, Chuo Spring Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.17.

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

TSE:5992' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.39   Med: 6.56   Max: 26.86
Current: 4.16

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Chuo Spring Co was 26.86. The lowest was 3.39. And the median was 6.56.

TSE:5992's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
80.33% of 1154 companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 9.575 vs TSE:5992: 4.16

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 (2026-08-18), Chuo Spring Co's stock price is 円3685.00. Chuo Spring Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円484.250. Therefore, Chuo Spring Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 7.61.

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


Chuo Spring Co  (TSE:5992) 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.

Chuo Spring Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=3685.00/484.250
=7.61

Chuo Spring Co's share price for today is 円3685.00.
Chuo Spring 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484.250.

* 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?


Chuo Spring Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Chuo Spring Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Chuo Spring 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.

Chuo Spring Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Chuo Spring Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA
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Chuo Spring Co Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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TSE:5992 vs ORLY, AZO: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, Chuo Spring 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.


Chuo Spring Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Chuo Spring Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Chuo Spring Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Chuo Spring Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=95214.782/22845.951
=4.17

Chuo Spring Co's current Enterprise Value is 円95,215 Mil.
Chuo Spring 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22,846 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 4.17 mean?
Chuo Spring Co (TSE:5992) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.17 as of Aug. 18, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Chuo Spring Co. This is 36% below median its historical median of 6.56. Over the past decade, Chuo Spring Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.39 to 26.86. According to the industry distribution chart, Chuo Spring Co ranks #227 out of 1154 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 19.7%.
Is Chuo Spring Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Chuo Spring Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.17 is 36% below median its 10-year median of 6.56. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.39 to a high of 26.86. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.58. Chuo Spring Co's value of 4.17 is 56.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Chuo Spring Co ranks #227 out of 1154 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Chuo Spring Co has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Chuo Spring Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Chuo Spring Co ranks #227 out of 1154 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Chuo Spring Co in the top 20% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.58. Chuo Spring Co's value of 4.17 is 56.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Chuo Spring Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.39 to 26.86 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.56 vs. the industry median of 9.58, Chuo Spring 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Vehicles & Parts companies is 9.58, based on 1,154 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. Chuo Spring Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.17 is 56.4% 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 Chuo Spring Co. For the Vehicles & Parts 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. Chuo Spring Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.17, which is 36% below median its own 10-year median of 6.56. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Chuo Spring Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Chuo Spring Co (TSE:5992) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,399.39, compared to a current price of 円3,685.00 — trading 163.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.17, which is 36% below median its 10-year median of 6.56 and 56.4% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 9.58. Chuo Spring Co's overall GF Score™ is 64/100 with 5 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 Chuo Spring Co (TSE:5992), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.17 as of Aug. 18, 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 Chuo Spring Co (TSE:5992) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Chuo Spring Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円3,685.00 is trading 163.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,399.39. GuruFocus considers Chuo Spring Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:5992:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 4.17 (36% below median its 10-year median of 6.56)
  • GF Value™: 円1,399.39 vs. price of 円3,685.00 (163.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 64/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 56.4% below the Vehicles & Parts median (#227 of 1154)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:5992 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Chuo Spring Co Business Description

Address 68 Kamishiota, Narumi-cho, Midori-ku, Nagoya, JPN, 458-8505
Chuo Spring Co Ltd engages in the manufacture and sale of springs, control cables, and automobile supplies. It provides chassis springs, precise springs, cables, gold-plating processing and automobile supplies, as well as design and development services for automobile supplies and reels. Its products include various springs for automobiles, industrial machines, precision machines and aircraft; automotive control cables; and control cable application to buildings, agricultural machines, ships, and housings.
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