Shochiku Co (TSE:9601) EV-to-EBITDA: 19.08 (As of Aug. 28, 2026) — 47% Below Median

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TSE:9601 Shochiku Co Ltd TSE:9601
75 GF Score
Price 円10,660.00
GF Value 円12,664.10
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Shochiku Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Shochiku Co TSE:9601 -3.96% 75 EV-to-EBITDA is 19.08 as of Aug. 28, 2026, which is 47% below its 10-year median of 35.89. GuruFocus rates TSE:9601 with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of 円12,664.10 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 758 Media - Diversified companies, Shochiku Co ranks worse than 79.02% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Shochiku Co's enterprise value is 円195,895 Mil. Shochiku Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円10,267 Mil. Therefore, Shochiku Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 19.08.

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

TSE:9601' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -105.67   Med: 35.89   Max: 371.36
Current: 19.07

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Shochiku Co was 371.36. The lowest was -105.67. And the median was 35.89.

TSE:9601's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
79.02% of 758 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 7.22 vs TSE:9601: 19.07

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 (2026-08-28), Shochiku Co's stock price is 円10660.00. Shochiku Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円250.830. Therefore, Shochiku Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 42.50.

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


Shochiku Co  (TSE:9601) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=10660.00/250.830
=42.50

Shochiku Co's share price for today is 円10660.00.
Shochiku Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円250.830.

* 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?


Shochiku Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Shochiku Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Shochiku 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.

Shochiku Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Shochiku Co Annual Data
Trend Feb17 Feb18 Feb19 Feb20 Feb21 Feb22 Feb23 Feb24 Feb25 Feb26
EV-to-EBITDA
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Shochiku Co Quarterly Data
Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Aug24 Nov24 Feb25 May25 Aug25 Nov25 Feb26 May26
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TSE:9601 vs NFLX, DIS, WBD: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Entertainment subindustry, Shochiku 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.


Shochiku Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Media - Diversified Industry

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

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


TSE:9601
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Shochiku Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=195894.682/10267
=19.08

Shochiku Co's current Enterprise Value is 円195,895 Mil.
Shochiku Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円10,267 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 19.08 mean?
Shochiku Co (TSE:9601) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 19.08 as of Aug. 28, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Shochiku Co. This is 47% below median its historical median of 35.89. According to the industry distribution chart, Shochiku Co ranks #599 out of 758 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 79%.
Is Shochiku Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Shochiku Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 19.08 is 47% below median its 10-year median of 35.89. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.22. Shochiku Co's value of 19.08 is 164.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Shochiku Co ranks #599 out of 758 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Shochiku Co has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Shochiku Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to NFLX and DIS?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Shochiku Co ranks #599 out of 758 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Shochiku Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.22. Shochiku Co's value of 19.08 is 164.3% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 35.89 vs. the industry median of 7.22, Shochiku Co has consistently been above 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Media - Diversified companies is 7.22, based on 758 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. Shochiku Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 19.08 is 164.3% above 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 Shochiku Co. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.22 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Shochiku Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 19.08, which is 47% below median its own 10-year median of 35.89. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Shochiku Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shochiku Co (TSE:9601) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円12,664.10, compared to a current price of 円10,660.00 — trading 15.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 19.08, which is 47% below median its 10-year median of 35.89 and 164.3% above the Media - Diversified industry median of 7.22. Shochiku Co's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 3 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 Shochiku Co (TSE:9601), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 19.08 as of Aug. 28, 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 Shochiku Co (TSE:9601) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shochiku Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円10,660.00 is trading 15.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円12,664.10. GuruFocus considers Shochiku Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:9601:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 19.08 (47% below median its 10-year median of 35.89)
  • GF Value™: 円12,664.10 vs. price of 円10,660.00 (15.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 164.3% above the Media - Diversified median (#599 of 758)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:9601 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Shochiku Co Business Description

Address 1-1, Tsukiji 4-chome, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 104-8422
Shochiku Co Ltd is a diversified media company that mainly operates in the film and production industry. The company has three business segments, which include Video-related business, theater business, and real estate business. The Video-related business includes the production, sale, distribution, and exhibition of theatrical films, the production and sale of television films, and BS/CS broadcasting. The theatre segment includes planning, production, and staging of theatrical performances, as well as the placement of actors and talents, and dance. The real estate business segment owns and leases development properties. The other business largely focuses on merchandise sales. The company earns the vast majority of its revenue in Japan.
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円10,660.00
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