KU Holdings Co (TSE:9856) EV-to-EBITDA: 3.07 (As of Sep. 05, 2026) — 35% Below Median

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TSE:9856 KU Holdings Co Ltd TSE:9856
87 GF Score
Price 円1,237.00
GF Value 円1,263.47
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is KU Holdings Co EV-to-EBITDA?

KU Holdings Co TSE:9856 +0.65% 87 EV-to-EBITDA is 3.07 as of Sep. 05, 2026, which is 35% below its 10-year median of 4.75. GuruFocus rates TSE:9856 with a GF Score™ of 87/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,263.47 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,150 Vehicles & Parts companies, KU Holdings Co ranks better than 88.43% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, KU Holdings Co's enterprise value is 円39,524 Mil. KU Holdings Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円12,876 Mil. Therefore, KU Holdings Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 3.07.

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

TSE:9856' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.06   Med: 4.75   Max: 6.71
Current: 3.08

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of KU Holdings Co was 6.71. The lowest was 3.06. And the median was 4.75.

TSE:9856's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
88.43% of 1150 companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 9.175 vs TSE:9856: 3.08

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 (2026-09-05), KU Holdings Co's stock price is 円1237.00. KU Holdings Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円176.640. Therefore, KU Holdings Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 7.00.

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


KU Holdings Co  (TSE:9856) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1237.00/176.640
=7.00

KU Holdings Co's share price for today is 円1237.00.
KU Holdings 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176.640.

* 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?


KU Holdings Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


KU Holdings Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for KU Holdings 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.

KU Holdings Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

KU Holdings Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA
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KU Holdings Co Quarterly Data
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TSE:9856 vs CVNA, PAG, ALTB: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Auto & Truck Dealerships subindustry, KU Holdings 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.


KU Holdings Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, KU Holdings Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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KU Holdings Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=39524.282/12876
=3.07

KU Holdings Co's current Enterprise Value is 円39,524 Mil.
KU Holdings 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12,876 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 3.07 mean?
KU Holdings Co (TSE:9856) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 3.07 as of Sep. 05, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on KU Holdings Co. This is 35% below median its historical median of 4.75. Over the past decade, KU Holdings Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.06 to 6.71. According to the industry distribution chart, KU Holdings Co ranks #133 out of 1150 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 11.6%.
Is KU Holdings Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
KU Holdings Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.07 is 35% below median its 10-year median of 4.75. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.06 to a high of 6.71. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.18. KU Holdings Co's value of 3.07 is 66.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, KU Holdings Co ranks #133 out of 1150 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, KU Holdings Co has a GF Score™ of 87/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does KU Holdings Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CVNA and PAG?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, KU Holdings Co ranks #133 out of 1150 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places KU Holdings Co in the top 12% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.18. KU Holdings Co's value of 3.07 is 66.5% below this benchmark. Historically, KU Holdings Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.06 to 6.71 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.75 vs. the industry median of 9.18, KU Holdings 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Vehicles & Parts companies is 9.18, based on 1,150 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. KU Holdings Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.07 is 66.5% 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 KU Holdings Co. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.18 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. KU Holdings Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.07, which is 35% below median its own 10-year median of 4.75. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is KU Holdings Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KU Holdings Co (TSE:9856) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,263.47, compared to a current price of 円1,237.00 — trading 2.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.07, which is 35% below median its 10-year median of 4.75 and 66.5% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 9.18. KU Holdings Co's overall GF Score™ is 87/100 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 KU Holdings Co (TSE:9856), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.07 as of Sep. 05, 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 KU Holdings Co (TSE:9856) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KU Holdings Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円1,237.00 is trading 2.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,263.47. GuruFocus considers KU Holdings Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:9856:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 3.07 (35% below median its 10-year median of 4.75)
  • GF Value™: 円1,263.47 vs. price of 円1,237.00 (2.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 87/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 66.5% below the Vehicles & Parts median (#133 of 1150)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:9856 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


KU Holdings Co Business Description

Address Tsuruma 1670 in Machida, Tokyo, JPN, 194-8555
KU Holdings Co Ltd is a holding company.
87GF Score

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