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Area QuestTSE:8912 -0.64%72 EV-to-EBITDA is 6.75 as of Aug. 31, 2026, which is 26% below its 10-year median of 9.11. GuruFocus rates TSE:8912 with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of 円173.52 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,380 Real Estate companies, Area Quest ranks better than 76.74% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Area Quest's enterprise value is 円2,502 Mil.
Area Quest's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円371 Mil. Therefore, Area Quest's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 6.75.
The historical rank and industry rank for Area Quest's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
TSE:8912'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.3 Med: 9.11 Max: 15.76
Current: 6.75
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Area Quest was 15.76. The lowest was 4.30. And the median was 9.11.
TSE:8912's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 76.74% of 1380
companies
in the Real Estate industry
Industry Median: 12.455
vs TSE:8912: 6.75
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.
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.
Area Quest's share price for today is 円155.00.
Area Quest'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8.120.
* 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 Area Quest'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:8912 vs CBRE, BEKE, JLL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Real Estate Services subindustry, Area Quest'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.
Area Quest EV-to-EBITDA vs Real Estate Industry
For the Real Estate industry and Real Estate sector, Area Quest's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Area Quest's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Area Quest's current Enterprise Value is 円2,502 Mil.
Area Quest'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371 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.
Area Quest (TSE:8912) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 6.75 as of Aug. 31, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Area Quest. This is 26% below median its historical median of 9.11. Over the past decade, Area Quest's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.30 to 15.76. According to the industry distribution chart, Area Quest ranks #321 out of 1380 companies in the Real Estate industry, placing it in the top 23.3%.
Is Area Quest's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Area Quest's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.75 is 26% below median its 10-year median of 9.11. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.30 to a high of 15.76. The Real Estate industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.46. Area Quest's value of 6.75 is 45.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Area Quest ranks #321 out of 1380 companies in the Real Estate industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Area Quest has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Area Quest's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CBRE and BEKE?
According to the Real Estate industry distribution chart, Area Quest ranks #321 out of 1380 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Area Quest in the top 23% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.46. Area Quest's value of 6.75 is 45.8% below this benchmark. Historically, Area Quest's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.30 to 15.76 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.11 vs. the industry median of 12.46, Area Quest 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 Real Estate company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Real Estate companies is 12.46, based on 1,380 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. Area Quest's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.75 is 45.8% 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 Area Quest. For the Real Estate industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.46 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Area Quest's current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.75, which is 26% below median its own 10-year median of 9.11. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Area Quest stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Area Quest (TSE:8912) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円173.52, compared to a current price of 円155.00 — trading 10.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.75, which is 26% below median its 10-year median of 9.11 and 45.8% below the Real Estate industry median of 12.46. Area Quest's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 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 Area Quest (TSE:8912), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.75 as of Aug. 31, 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 Area Quest (TSE:8912) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Area Quest stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of 円155.00 is trading 10.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円173.52.
GuruFocus considers Area Quest to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:8912:
EV-to-EBITDA: 6.75 (26% below median its 10-year median of 9.11)
GF Value™: 円173.52 vs. price of 円155.00 (10.7% below fair value)
Industry Position: 45.8% below the Real Estate median (#321 of 1380)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:8912 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Area Quest Inc operates as a real estate business solution provider. The business of the company includes tenant invitation, update and contract management, and building management.
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