Takara (TSE:7921) EV-to-EBITDA: 5.46 (As of Sep. 21, 2026) — 14% Above Median

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TSE:7921 Takara & Co Ltd TSE:7921
85 GF Score
Price 円4,165.00
GF Value 円3,272.23
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is Takara EV-to-EBITDA?

Takara TSE:7921 -0.24% 85 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.46 as of Sep. 21, 2026, which is 14% above its 10-year median of 4.79. GuruFocus rates TSE:7921 with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of 円3,272.23 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 924 Business Services companies, Takara ranks better than 63.96% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Takara's enterprise value is 円36,531 Mil. Takara's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was 円6,688 Mil. Therefore, Takara's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.46.

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

TSE:7921' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.04   Med: 4.79   Max: 10.18
Current: 5.46

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Takara was 10.18. The lowest was 3.04. And the median was 4.79.

TSE:7921's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
63.96% of 924 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.205 vs TSE:7921: 5.46

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 (2026-09-21), Takara's stock price is 円4165.00. Takara's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was 円261.869. Therefore, Takara's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.90.

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


Takara  (TSE:7921) 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.

Takara's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=4165.00/261.869
=15.90

Takara's share price for today is 円4165.00.
Takara's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円261.869.

* 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?


Takara EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Takara EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Takara'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.

Takara EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Takara Annual Data
Trend May17 May18 May19 May20 May21 May22 May23 May24 May25 May26
EV-to-EBITDA
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Takara Quarterly Data
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TSE:7921 vs CTAS, CPRT, GPN: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, Takara'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.


Takara EV-to-EBITDA vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Takara's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Takara EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Takara's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=36530.892/6687.891
=5.46

Takara's current Enterprise Value is 円36,531 Mil.
Takara's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円6,688 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 5.46 mean?
Takara (TSE:7921) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.46 as of Sep. 21, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Takara. This is 14% above median its historical median of 4.79. Over the past decade, Takara's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.04 to 10.18. According to the industry distribution chart, Takara ranks #333 out of 924 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 36%.
Is Takara's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Takara's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.46 is 14% above median its 10-year median of 4.79. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.04 to a high of 10.18. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.21. Takara's value of 5.46 is 24.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Takara ranks #333 out of 924 companies in the Business Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Takara has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Takara's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CTAS and CPRT?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Takara ranks #333 out of 924 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Takara in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.21. Takara's value of 5.46 is 24.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Takara's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.04 to 10.18 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.79 vs. the industry median of 7.21, Takara 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Business Services companies is 7.21, based on 924 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. Takara's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.46 is 24.2% 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 Takara. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.21 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Takara's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.46, which is 14% above median its own 10-year median of 4.79. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Takara stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Takara (TSE:7921) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円3,272.23, compared to a current price of 円4,165.00 — trading 27.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.46, which is 14% above median its 10-year median of 4.79 and 24.2% below the Business Services industry median of 7.21. Takara's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Takara (TSE:7921), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.46 as of Sep. 21, 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 Takara (TSE:7921) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Takara stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円4,165.00 is trading 27.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円3,272.23. GuruFocus considers Takara to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:7921:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 5.46 (14% above median its 10-year median of 4.79)
  • GF Value™: 円3,272.23 vs. price of 円4,165.00 (27.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 24.2% below the Business Services median (#333 of 924)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:7921 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Takara Business Description

Address 28-8, Takada 3-chome, Toshima-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 171-0033
Takara & Co Ltd engages in the production and sale of printed material related to the financial instruments & exchange act, the company law, and investor relations related information. It also operates in the production and handling of legal and IR-related advertisements. It offers printed matter concerning securities reports, quarterly securities reports, semiannual securities reports, Takara Kessan Xpress, IFRS consulting, prospectuses, reports, listing application document-related, and X-smart basic that are related to financial instruments and exchange act.
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