Zaoh Co (TSE:9986) EV-to-EBITDA: 5.77 (As of Aug. 02, 2026) — 49% Above Median

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TSE:9986 Zaoh Co Ltd TSE:9986
80 GF Score
Price 円2,486.00
GF Value 円2,388.30
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Zaoh Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Zaoh Co TSE:9986 -0.16% 80 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.77 as of Aug. 02, 2026, which is 49% above its 10-year median of 3.88. GuruFocus rates TSE:9986 with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of 円2,388.30 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 141 Industrial Distribution companies, Zaoh Co ranks better than 73.76% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Zaoh Co's enterprise value is 円6,679 Mil. Zaoh Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,157 Mil. Therefore, Zaoh Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.77.

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

TSE:9986' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.4   Med: 3.88   Max: 13.37
Current: 5.77

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Zaoh Co was 13.37. The lowest was 1.40. And the median was 3.88.

TSE:9986's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
73.76% of 141 companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 8.8 vs TSE:9986: 5.77

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 (2026-08-02), Zaoh Co's stock price is 円2486.00. Zaoh Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円132.232. Therefore, Zaoh Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 18.80.

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


Zaoh Co  (TSE:9986) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2486.00/132.232
=18.80

Zaoh Co's share price for today is 円2486.00.
Zaoh 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132.232.

* 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?


Zaoh Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Zaoh Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Zaoh 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.

Zaoh Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Zaoh Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA
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Zaoh Co Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 5.97 16.01 13.54 9.46 6.78

TSE:9986 vs GWW, FAST, FERG: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, Zaoh 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.


Zaoh Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Industrial Distribution Industry

For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, Zaoh Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Zaoh Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=6678.551/1157.227
=5.77

Zaoh Co's current Enterprise Value is 円6,679 Mil.
Zaoh 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1,157 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 5.77 mean?
Zaoh Co (TSE:9986) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.77 as of Aug. 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 Zaoh Co. This is 49% above median its historical median of 3.88. Over the past decade, Zaoh Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.40 to 13.37. According to the industry distribution chart, Zaoh Co ranks #37 out of 141 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 26.2%.
Is Zaoh Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Zaoh Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.77 is 49% above median its 10-year median of 3.88. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.40 to a high of 13.37. The Industrial Distribution industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.80. Zaoh Co's value of 5.77 is 34.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Zaoh Co ranks #37 out of 141 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Zaoh Co has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Zaoh Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to GWW and FAST?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, Zaoh Co ranks #37 out of 141 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Zaoh Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.80. Zaoh Co's value of 5.77 is 34.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Zaoh Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.40 to 13.37 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 3.88 vs. the industry median of 8.80, Zaoh 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 an Industrial Distribution company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Industrial Distribution companies is 8.80, based on 141 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. Zaoh Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.77 is 34.4% 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 Zaoh Co. For the Industrial Distribution industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.80 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Zaoh Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.77, which is 49% above median its own 10-year median of 3.88. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Zaoh Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zaoh Co (TSE:9986) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円2,388.30, compared to a current price of 円2,486.00 — trading 4.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.77, which is 49% above median its 10-year median of 3.88 and 34.4% below the Industrial Distribution industry median of 8.80. Zaoh Co's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 4 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 Zaoh Co (TSE:9986), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.77 as of Aug. 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 Zaoh Co (TSE:9986) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zaoh Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円2,486.00 is trading 4.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円2,388.30. GuruFocus considers Zaoh Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:9986:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 5.77 (49% above median its 10-year median of 3.88)
  • GF Value™: 円2,388.30 vs. price of 円2,486.00 (4.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 34.4% below the Industrial Distribution median (#37 of 141)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:9986 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Zaoh Co Business Description

Address 19-5, Maori 1-chome, Koto-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 135-0001
Zaoh Co Ltd is engaged in the business of dealing with industrial and professional cleaning equipment. Its main business activity is to import cleaning and washing equipment for commercial, industrial, and consumer use from various manufacturers, mainly in Europe, the United States, and China, and to sell them throughout Japan. The company's product portfolio comprises power sweepers, vacuum cleaners, carpet cleaners, ironized water generators, water purifiers, steam cleaners, etc.
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円2,486.00
Price
円2,388.30
GF Value