Nagase (FRA:P22) EV-to-OCF: -140.30 (As of Aug. 29, 2026)

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FRA:P22 Nagase & Co Ltd FRA:P22
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What is Nagase EV-to-OCF?

Nagase FRA:P22 -0.81% 80 EV-to-OCF is -140.30 as of Aug. 29, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:P22 with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of €4.84. The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,610 Chemicals companies, Nagase ranks better than 96.21% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Nagase's Enterprise Value is €3,514 Mil. Nagase's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €-25 Mil. Therefore, Nagase's EV-to-OCF for today is -140.30.

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

FRA:P22' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -163.82   Med: 13.3   Max: 41.14
Current: -119.6

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Nagase was 41.14. The lowest was -163.82. And the median was 13.30.

FRA:P22's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
96.21% of 1610 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 11.22 vs FRA:P22: -119.60

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 (2026-08-29), Nagase's stock price is €6.10. Nagase's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €0.535. Therefore, Nagase's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 11.40.


Nagase  (FRA:P22) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=6.10/0.535
=11.40

Nagase's share price for today is €6.10.
Nagase'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 €0.535.

* 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.


Nagase EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Nagase EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Nagase'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.

Nagase EV-to-OCF Chart

Nagase Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -19.20 40.98 5.53 11.06 13.02

Nagase 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 11.02 11.99 17.57 13.02 -115.54

FRA:P22 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Nagase'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.


Nagase EV-to-OCF vs Chemicals Industry

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

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


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Nagase EV-to-OCF Calculation

Nagase's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=3513.591/-25.044
=-140.30

Nagase's current Enterprise Value is €3,514 Mil.
Nagase'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 €-25 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 -140.30 mean?
Nagase (FRA:P22) has a EV-to-OCF of -140.30 as of Aug. 29, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Nagase ranks #61 out of 1610 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 3.8%.
Is Nagase's EV-to-OCF too high?
Nagase's current EV-to-OCF is -140.30. Based on the distribution chart, Nagase ranks #61 out of 1610 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Nagase has a GF Score™ of 80/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nagase's EV-to-OCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Nagase ranks #61 out of 1610 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Nagase in the top 4% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.22. 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 11.22, based on 1,610 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. 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 11.22 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Nagase's current EV-to-OCF is -140.30. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nagase stock overvalued right now?
Nagase (FRA:P22) has a current EV-to-OCF of -140.30. The stock's GF Value™ is €4.84, compared to a current price of €6.10 — trading 26% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -140.30. Nagase's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 2 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 Nagase (FRA:P22), the current EV-to-OCF is -140.30 as of Aug. 29, 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 Nagase (FRA:P22) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nagase stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €6.10 is trading 26% above its estimated GF Value™ of €4.84.

Key valuation signals for FRA:P22:

  • EV-to-OCF: -140.30
  • GF Value™: €4.84 vs. price of €6.10 (26% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:P22 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Nagase Business Description

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Address 1-1-17 Shinmachi, Nishi-ku, Osaka, JPN, 550-8668
Nagase & Co Ltd is a Japan-based trading company focused on chemicals and related products. The company operates through five segments. The Electronics and Energy segment covers semiconductors, components, AR/VR, renewable energy, and displays. The Functional Material segment handles paints, inks, resins, chemicals, films, and sanitary materials. The Life Related segment offers pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, food ingredients, cosmetics, reagents, and medical devices. The Mobility segment provides materials and products for batteries, electrification, in-vehicle electronics, and autonomous driving. The Processing Material segment deals with plastics, resins, molding machines, and molds, while Others includes information processing and functional services.
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