Mitsubishi Chemical Group (FRA:M3C) EV-to-OCF: 8.73 (As of Sep. 09, 2026) — 10% Above Median

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FRA:M3C Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corp FRA:M3C
65 GF Score
Price €6.07
GF Value €4.54
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 11 Warning Signs
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What is Mitsubishi Chemical Group EV-to-OCF?

Mitsubishi Chemical Group FRA:M3C -8.72% 65 EV-to-OCF is 8.73 as of Sep. 09, 2026, which is 10% above its 10-year median of 7.95. GuruFocus rates FRA:M3C with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of €4.54 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,616 Chemicals companies, Mitsubishi Chemical Group ranks better than 58.97% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Mitsubishi Chemical Group's Enterprise Value is €19,833 Mil. Mitsubishi Chemical Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €2,273 Mil. Therefore, Mitsubishi Chemical Group's EV-to-OCF for today is 8.73.

The historical rank and industry rank for Mitsubishi Chemical Group's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

FRA:M3C' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.61   Med: 7.95   Max: 12.98
Current: 8.91

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Mitsubishi Chemical Group was 12.98. The lowest was 5.61. And the median was 7.95.

FRA:M3C's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
58.97% of 1616 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 11.45 vs FRA:M3C: 8.91

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.

As of today (2026-09-09), Mitsubishi Chemical Group's stock price is €6.068. Mitsubishi Chemical Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €0.220. Therefore, Mitsubishi Chemical Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 27.58.


Mitsubishi Chemical Group  (FRA:M3C) EV-to-OCF Explanation

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.

Mitsubishi Chemical Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=6.068/0.220
=27.58

Mitsubishi Chemical Group's share price for today is €6.068.
Mitsubishi Chemical Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €0.220.

* 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.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Mitsubishi Chemical Group EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Mitsubishi Chemical Group EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Mitsubishi Chemical Group's EV-to-OCF 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.

Mitsubishi Chemical Group EV-to-OCF Chart

Mitsubishi Chemical Group Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-OCF
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Mitsubishi Chemical Group Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
EV-to-OCF 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 6.22 6.92 7.01 7.20 8.55

FRA:M3C vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Mitsubishi Chemical Group's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF 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.


Mitsubishi Chemical Group EV-to-OCF vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Mitsubishi Chemical Group's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Mitsubishi Chemical Group's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Mitsubishi Chemical Group EV-to-OCF Calculation

Mitsubishi Chemical Group's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=19833.240/2273.064
=8.73

Mitsubishi Chemical Group's current Enterprise Value is €19,833 Mil.
Mitsubishi Chemical Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €2,273 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-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of 8.73 mean?
Mitsubishi Chemical Group (FRA:M3C) has a EV-to-OCF of 8.73 as of Sep. 09, 2026. This is 10% above median its historical median of 7.95. Over the past decade, Mitsubishi Chemical Group's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.61 to 12.98. According to the industry distribution chart, Mitsubishi Chemical Group ranks #663 out of 1616 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 41%.
Is Mitsubishi Chemical Group's EV-to-OCF too high?
Mitsubishi Chemical Group's current EV-to-OCF of 8.73 is 10% above median its 10-year median of 7.95. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.61 to a high of 12.98. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.45. Mitsubishi Chemical Group's value of 8.73 is 23.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Mitsubishi Chemical Group ranks #663 out of 1616 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Mitsubishi Chemical Group has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Mitsubishi Chemical Group's EV-to-OCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Mitsubishi Chemical Group ranks #663 out of 1616 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Mitsubishi Chemical Group in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.45. Mitsubishi Chemical Group's value of 8.73 is 23.8% below this benchmark. Historically, Mitsubishi Chemical Group's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.61 to 12.98 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.95 vs. the industry median of 11.45, Mitsubishi Chemical Group 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-OCF for a Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Chemicals companies is 11.45, based on 1,616 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Mitsubishi Chemical Group's current EV-to-OCF of 8.73 is 23.8% 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-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 11.45 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Mitsubishi Chemical Group's current EV-to-OCF is 8.73, which is 10% above median its own 10-year median of 7.95. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Mitsubishi Chemical Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Mitsubishi Chemical Group (FRA:M3C) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €4.54, compared to a current price of €6.07 — trading 33.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 8.73, which is 10% above median its 10-year median of 7.95 and 23.8% below the Chemicals industry median of 11.45. Mitsubishi Chemical Group's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 11 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Mitsubishi Chemical Group (FRA:M3C), the current EV-to-OCF is 8.73 as of Sep. 09, 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 Mitsubishi Chemical Group (FRA:M3C) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Mitsubishi Chemical Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €6.07 is trading 33.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of €4.54. GuruFocus considers Mitsubishi Chemical Group to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:M3C:

  • EV-to-OCF: 8.73 (10% above median its 10-year median of 7.95)
  • GF Value™: €4.54 vs. price of €6.07 (33.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 11 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 23.8% below the Chemicals median (#663 of 1616)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:M3C stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Mitsubishi Chemical Group Business Description

Address 1-1-1 Marunouchi, Palace Building, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 100-8251
Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corp is a holding company which manufactures and sells chemicals, plastics, and pharmaceuticals. It organizes itself into five segments. The Basic Materials & Polymers segment covers petrochemical substrates, polyolefins, basic chemicals, sustainable polymers, engineering plastics, and carbon. The Industrial Gas segment focuses on industrial gases. The MMA & Derivatives segment includes MMA, PMMA, coatings, additives, and fine chemicals. The Pharmacy segment is engaged in medicines, and the Specialty Materials segment handles advanced films and polymers, advanced solutions, and advanced composites. The Others segment includes businesses such as engineering, transportation, and warehousing. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Industrial gas segment.
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