Starzen Co (TSE:8043) EV-to-EBITDA: 7.19 (As of Aug. 11, 2026) — 35% Below Median

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TSE:8043 Starzen Co Ltd TSE:8043
73 GF Score
Price 円1,380.00
GF Value 円1,080.42
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Starzen Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Starzen Co TSE:8043 +1.10% 73 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.19 as of Aug. 11, 2026, which is 35% below its 10-year median of 11.08. GuruFocus rates TSE:8043 with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,080.42 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,643 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Starzen Co ranks better than 63.42% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Starzen Co's enterprise value is 円120,907 Mil. Starzen Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円16,810 Mil. Therefore, Starzen Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.19.

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

TSE:8043' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.1   Med: 11.08   Max: 21.95
Current: 7.19

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Starzen Co was 21.95. The lowest was 6.10. And the median was 11.08.

TSE:8043's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
63.42% of 1643 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 9.12 vs TSE:8043: 7.19

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 (2026-08-11), Starzen Co's stock price is 円1380.00. Starzen Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円145.820. Therefore, Starzen Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 9.46.

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


Starzen Co  (TSE:8043) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1380.00/145.820
=9.46

Starzen Co's share price for today is 円1380.00.
Starzen 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145.820.

* 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?


Starzen Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Starzen Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Starzen 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.

Starzen Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Starzen Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 5.95 5.16 5.33 3.72 6.81

Starzen Co Quarterly Data
Dec20 Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 3.72 32.92 15.92 11.51 6.81

TSE:8043 vs KHC, GIS: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Starzen 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.


Starzen Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Starzen Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


TSE:8043
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Starzen Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=120907.444/16810
=7.19

Starzen Co's current Enterprise Value is 円120,907 Mil.
Starzen 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16,810 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 7.19 mean?
Starzen Co (TSE:8043) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.19 as of Aug. 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 Starzen Co. This is 35% below median its historical median of 11.08. Over the past decade, Starzen Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.10 to 21.95. According to the industry distribution chart, Starzen Co ranks #601 out of 1643 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 36.6%.
Is Starzen Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Starzen Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.19 is 35% below median its 10-year median of 11.08. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.10 to a high of 21.95. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.12. Starzen Co's value of 7.19 is 21.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Starzen Co ranks #601 out of 1643 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Starzen Co has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Starzen Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Starzen Co ranks #601 out of 1643 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Starzen Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.12. Starzen Co's value of 7.19 is 21.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Starzen Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.10 to 21.95 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.08 vs. the industry median of 9.12, Starzen 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 9.12, based on 1,643 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. Starzen Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.19 is 21.2% 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 Starzen Co. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.12 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Starzen Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.19, which is 35% below median its own 10-year median of 11.08. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Starzen Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Starzen Co (TSE:8043) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,080.42, compared to a current price of 円1,380.00 — trading 27.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.19, which is 35% below median its 10-year median of 11.08 and 21.2% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 9.12. Starzen Co's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 2 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 Starzen Co (TSE:8043), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.19 as of Aug. 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 Starzen Co (TSE:8043) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Starzen Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円1,380.00 is trading 27.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,080.42. GuruFocus considers Starzen Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:8043:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 7.19 (35% below median its 10-year median of 11.08)
  • GF Value™: 円1,080.42 vs. price of 円1,380.00 (27.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 21.2% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#601 of 1643)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:8043 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Starzen Co Business Description

Address 1-6-41 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 108-0075
Starzen Co Ltd is a food processing company based in Japan that offers meat and meat products. It is also involved in pig and cattle farming and fattening. The company offers ham bacon, sausages, and processed meat which are sold to supermarkets, meat specialty stores, department stores, family restaurants, fast food chains, convenience stores, co-ops, food processing companies, meat wholesale traders, and others.
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円1,380.00
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