Shobunsha Holdings (TSE:9475) EV-to-EBITDA: 4.16 (As of Sep. 02, 2026)

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TSE:9475 Shobunsha Holdings Inc TSE:9475
55 GF Score
Price 円530.00
GF Value 円428.44
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Shobunsha Holdings EV-to-EBITDA?

Shobunsha Holdings TSE:9475 +0.76% 55 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.16 as of Sep. 02, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSE:9475 with a GF Score™ of 55/100 and a GF Value™ of 円428.44 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 752 Media - Diversified companies, Shobunsha Holdings ranks better than 71.14% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Shobunsha Holdings's enterprise value is 円3,255 Mil. Shobunsha Holdings's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円783 Mil. Therefore, Shobunsha Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.16.

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

TSE:9475' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -19.46   Med: -1.36   Max: 33.52
Current: 4.15

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Shobunsha Holdings was 33.52. The lowest was -19.46. And the median was -1.36.

TSE:9475's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
71.14% of 752 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 7.25 vs TSE:9475: 4.15

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 (2026-09-02), Shobunsha Holdings's stock price is 円530.00. Shobunsha Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円66.950. Therefore, Shobunsha Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 7.92.

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


Shobunsha Holdings  (TSE:9475) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=530.00/66.950
=7.92

Shobunsha Holdings's share price for today is 円530.00.
Shobunsha Holdings'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66.950.

* 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?


Shobunsha Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Shobunsha Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Shobunsha Holdings'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.

Shobunsha Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Shobunsha Holdings 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 -3.47 6.62 0.72 1.84 4.10

Shobunsha Holdings Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 -8.92 16.99 22.04 4.10 0.00

TSE:9475 vs NYT, WLY: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Publishing subindustry, Shobunsha Holdings'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.


Shobunsha Holdings EV-to-EBITDA vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Shobunsha Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Shobunsha Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=3254.652/783.031
=4.16

Shobunsha Holdings's current Enterprise Value is 円3,255 Mil.
Shobunsha Holdings'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783 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 4.16 mean?
Shobunsha Holdings (TSE:9475) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.16 as of Sep. 02, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Shobunsha Holdings. According to the industry distribution chart, Shobunsha Holdings ranks #217 out of 752 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 28.9%.
Is Shobunsha Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Shobunsha Holdings' current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.16. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.25. Shobunsha Holdings' value of 4.16 is 42.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Shobunsha Holdings ranks #217 out of 752 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Shobunsha Holdings has a GF Score™ of 55/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Shobunsha Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA compare to NYT and WLY?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Shobunsha Holdings ranks #217 out of 752 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Shobunsha Holdings in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.25. Shobunsha Holdings' value of 4.16 is 42.6% 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Media - Diversified companies is 7.25, based on 752 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. Shobunsha Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.16 is 42.6% 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 Shobunsha Holdings. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.25 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Shobunsha Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.16. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Shobunsha Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shobunsha Holdings (TSE:9475) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円428.44, compared to a current price of 円530.00 — trading 23.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.16 and 42.6% below the Media - Diversified industry median of 7.25. Shobunsha Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 55/100 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 Shobunsha Holdings (TSE:9475), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.16 as of Sep. 02, 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 Shobunsha Holdings (TSE:9475) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shobunsha Holdings stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円530.00 is trading 23.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円428.44. GuruFocus considers Shobunsha Holdings to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:9475:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 4.16
  • GF Value™: 円428.44 vs. price of 円530.00 (23.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 55/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 42.6% below the Media - Diversified median (#217 of 752)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:9475 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Shobunsha Holdings Business Description

Address 3-1, Kojimachi, Yubinbango, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 102-8238
Shobunsha Holdings Inc, formerly Shobunsha Publications Inc. engages in the planning, production, publishing, and sale of maps, magazines, guidebooks and digital databases. It operates through the following business divisions: Publishing and Electronics. The Publishing division produces and merchandises maps, guidebooks, manuals, and special order products. The Electronics division produces and offers online travel guides and online maps through websites; hotel booking services; applications for mobile phones; digital content; maps and geographical information systems and mapping, and car navigation software.
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