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WATSE:7683 +0.14%89 EV-to-EBITDA is 18.51 as of Aug. 27, 2026, which is 42% above its 10-year median of 13.05. GuruFocus rates TSE:7683 with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,443.63 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 953 Retail - Cyclical companies, WA ranks worse than 80.8% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, WA's enterprise value is 円24,752 Mil.
WA's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was 円1,338 Mil. Therefore, WA's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 18.51.
The historical rank and industry rank for WA's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
TSE:7683'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.52 Med: 13.05 Max: 698.7
Current: 18.5
During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of WA was 698.70. The lowest was 6.52. And the median was 13.05.
TSE:7683's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 80.8% of 953
companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 8.67
vs TSE:7683: 18.50
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 (2026-08-27), WA's stock price is 円1416.00.
WA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was 円21.230. Therefore, WA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 66.70.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
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.
WA's share price for today is 円1416.00.
WA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円21.230.
* 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 WA'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:7683 vs TJX, ROST, BURL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Apparel Retail subindustry, WA'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.
WA EV-to-EBITDA vs Retail - Cyclical Industry
For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, WA's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where WA's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
WA's current Enterprise Value is 円24,752 Mil.
WA's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円1,338 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.
WA (TSE:7683) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 18.51 as of Aug. 27, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on WA. This is 42% above median its historical median of 13.05. Over the past decade, WA's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.52 to 698.70. According to the industry distribution chart, WA ranks #770 out of 953 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 80.8%.
Is WA's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
WA's current EV-to-EBITDA of 18.51 is 42% above median its 10-year median of 13.05. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.52 to a high of 698.70. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.67. WA's value of 18.51 is 113.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, WA ranks #770 out of 953 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, WA has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does WA's EV-to-EBITDA compare to TJX and ROST?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, WA ranks #770 out of 953 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places WA in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.67. WA's value of 18.51 is 113.5% above this benchmark. Historically, WA's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.52 to 698.70 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 13.05 vs. the industry median of 8.67, WA has consistently been above 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Retail - Cyclical companies is 8.67, based on 953 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. WA's current EV-to-EBITDA of 18.51 is 113.5% above 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 WA. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.67 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. WA's current EV-to-EBITDA is 18.51, which is 42% above median its own 10-year median of 13.05. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is WA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, WA (TSE:7683) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,443.63, compared to a current price of 円1,416.00 — trading 1.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 18.51, which is 42% above median its 10-year median of 13.05 and 113.5% above the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 8.67. WA's overall GF Score™ is 89/100 with 4 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 WA (TSE:7683), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 18.51 as of Aug. 27, 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 WA (TSE:7683) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, WA stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of 円1,416.00 is trading 1.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,443.63.
GuruFocus considers WA to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:7683:
EV-to-EBITDA: 18.51 (42% above median its 10-year median of 13.05)
GF Value™: 円1,443.63 vs. price of 円1,416.00 (1.9% below fair value)
Industry Position: 113.5% above the Retail - Cyclical median (#770 of 953)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:7683 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
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