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TOHO CoTSE:8142 +0.35%59 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.90 as of Aug. 25, 2026, which is 61% below its 10-year median of 12.59. GuruFocus rates TSE:8142 with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,153.62 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 270 Retail - Defensive companies, TOHO Co ranks better than 80.37% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, TOHO Co's enterprise value is 円52,798 Mil.
TOHO Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was 円10,785 Mil. Therefore, TOHO Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.90.
The historical rank and industry rank for TOHO Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
TSE:8142'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -5192.29 Med: 12.59 Max: 54.82
Current: 4.89
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of TOHO Co was 54.82. The lowest was -5192.29. And the median was 12.59.
TSE:8142's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 80.37% of 270
companies
in the Retail - Defensive industry
Industry Median: 8.595
vs TSE:8142: 4.89
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 (2026-08-25), TOHO Co's stock price is 円1442.00.
TOHO Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was 円151.980. Therefore, TOHO Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 9.49.
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.
TOHO Co's share price for today is 円1442.00.
TOHO Co'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151.980.
* 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 TOHO 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:8142 vs SYY, USFD, PFGC: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Food Distribution subindustry, TOHO 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.
TOHO Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Retail - Defensive Industry
For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, TOHO Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where TOHO Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
TOHO Co's current Enterprise Value is 円52,798 Mil.
TOHO Co'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10,785 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.
TOHO Co (TSE:8142) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.90 as of Aug. 25, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on TOHO Co. This is 61% below median its historical median of 12.59. According to the industry distribution chart, TOHO Co ranks #53 out of 270 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, placing it in the top 19.6%.
Is TOHO Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
TOHO Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.90 is 61% below median its 10-year median of 12.59. The Retail - Defensive industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.60. TOHO Co's value of 4.90 is 43% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, TOHO Co ranks #53 out of 270 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, TOHO Co has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does TOHO Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to SYY and USFD?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, TOHO Co ranks #53 out of 270 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places TOHO Co in the top 20% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.60. TOHO Co's value of 4.90 is 43% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 12.59 vs. the industry median of 8.60, TOHO 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 Retail - Defensive company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Retail - Defensive companies is 8.60, based on 270 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. TOHO Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.90 is 43% 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 TOHO Co. For the Retail - Defensive industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.60 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. TOHO Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.90, which is 61% below median its own 10-year median of 12.59. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is TOHO Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, TOHO Co (TSE:8142) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,153.62, compared to a current price of 円1,442.00 — trading 25% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.90, which is 61% below median its 10-year median of 12.59 and 43% below the Retail - Defensive industry median of 8.60. TOHO Co's overall GF Score™ is 59/100 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 TOHO Co (TSE:8142), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.90 as of Aug. 25, 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 TOHO Co (TSE:8142) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, TOHO Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of 円1,442.00 is trading 25% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,153.62.
GuruFocus considers TOHO Co to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:8142:
EV-to-EBITDA: 4.90 (61% below median its 10-year median of 12.59)
GF Value™: 円1,153.62 vs. price of 円1,442.00 (25% above fair value)
Industry Position: 43% below the Retail - Defensive median (#53 of 270)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:8142 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
TOHO Co Ltd is engaged in the purchase, procurement, and development of food for commercial use. The group is also engaged in the production of coffee for commercial use. provides total support for the restaurant business, including logistics, information, and services, to support customer value creation.
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