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Kobayashi Yoko CoTSE:8742 64 EV-to-EBITDA is 6.28 as of Aug. 11, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSE:8742 with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of 円339.45 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 511 Capital Markets companies, Kobayashi Yoko Co ranks better than 64.58% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Kobayashi Yoko Co's enterprise value is 円3,014 Mil.
Kobayashi Yoko Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円480 Mil. Therefore, Kobayashi Yoko Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 6.28.
The historical rank and industry rank for Kobayashi Yoko Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
TSE:8742'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -16.28 Med: -0.69 Max: 20.19
Current: 6.28
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Kobayashi Yoko Co was 20.19. The lowest was -16.28. And the median was -0.69.
TSE:8742's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 64.58% of 511
companies
in the Capital Markets industry
Industry Median: 9.4
vs TSE:8742: 6.28
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.
Kobayashi Yoko Co (TSE:8742) 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.
Kobayashi Yoko Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Kobayashi Yoko Co's share price for today is 円562.00.
Kobayashi Yoko 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23.442.
* 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 Kobayashi Yoko 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.
For the Capital Markets subindustry, Kobayashi Yoko 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.
Kobayashi Yoko Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Capital Markets Industry
For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, Kobayashi Yoko Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Kobayashi Yoko Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Kobayashi Yoko Co's current Enterprise Value is 円3,014 Mil.
Kobayashi Yoko 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480 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.
Kobayashi Yoko Co (TSE:8742) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 6.28 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 Kobayashi Yoko Co. According to the industry distribution chart, Kobayashi Yoko Co ranks #181 out of 511 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 35.4%.
Is Kobayashi Yoko Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Kobayashi Yoko Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.28. The Capital Markets industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.40. Kobayashi Yoko Co's value of 6.28 is 33.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kobayashi Yoko Co ranks #181 out of 511 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Kobayashi Yoko 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 Kobayashi Yoko Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to MS and GS?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, Kobayashi Yoko Co ranks #181 out of 511 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Kobayashi Yoko Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.40. Kobayashi Yoko Co's value of 6.28 is 33.2% below this benchmark. 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 Capital Markets company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Capital Markets companies is 9.40, based on 511 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. Kobayashi Yoko Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.28 is 33.2% 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 Kobayashi Yoko Co. For the Capital Markets industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.40 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kobayashi Yoko Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.28. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kobayashi Yoko Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kobayashi Yoko Co (TSE:8742) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円339.45, compared to a current price of 円562.00 — trading 65.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.28 and 33.2% below the Capital Markets industry median of 9.40. Kobayashi Yoko 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 Kobayashi Yoko Co (TSE:8742), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.28 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 Kobayashi Yoko Co (TSE:8742) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kobayashi Yoko Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of 円562.00 is trading 65.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円339.45.
GuruFocus considers Kobayashi Yoko Co to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:8742:
EV-to-EBITDA: 6.28
GF Value™: 円339.45 vs. price of 円562.00 (65.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 33.2% below the Capital Markets median (#181 of 511)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:8742 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Kobayashi Yoko Co Ltd is a Japan-based company mainly engaged in the provision of investment and financial services. The company is organized in following business segments - Investment/Financial Services, Living/Environment business, Sports Facilities, Real Estate business, and Internet Advertising and Other businesses.
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