FRCOF (Fast Retailing Co) EV-to-OCF: 29.79 (As of Jul. 17, 2026) — 41% Above Median

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FRCOF Fast Retailing Co Ltd FRCOF
95 GF Score
Price $505.61
GF Value $368.58
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Fast Retailing Co EV-to-OCF?

Fast Retailing Co FRCOF +9.86% 95 EV-to-OCF is 29.79 as of Jul. 17, 2026, which is 41% above its 10-year median of 21.12. GuruFocus rates FRCOF with a GF Score™ of 95/100 and a GF Value™ of $368.58 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,128 Retail - Cyclical companies, Fast Retailing Co ranks worse than 87.23% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Fast Retailing Co's Enterprise Value is $155,312 Mil. Fast Retailing Co's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $5,213 Mil. Therefore, Fast Retailing Co's EV-to-OCF for today is 29.79.

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

FRCOF' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.93   Med: 21.12   Max: 60.43
Current: 28.3

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Fast Retailing Co was 60.43. The lowest was 10.93. And the median was 21.12.

FRCOF's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
87.23% of 1128 companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 7.04 vs FRCOF: 28.30

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 (2026-07-17), Fast Retailing Co's stock price is $505.61. Fast Retailing Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $10.953. Therefore, Fast Retailing Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 46.16.


Fast Retailing Co  (OTCPK:FRCOF) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=505.61/10.953
=46.16

Fast Retailing Co's share price for today is $505.61.
Fast Retailing Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $10.953.

* 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.


Fast Retailing Co EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Fast Retailing Co EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Fast Retailing Co'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.

Fast Retailing Co EV-to-OCF Chart

Fast Retailing Co Annual Data
Trend Aug16 Aug17 Aug18 Aug19 Aug20 Aug21 Aug22 Aug23 Aug24 Aug25
EV-to-OCF
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Fast Retailing Co Quarterly Data
Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Aug24 Nov24 Feb25 May25 Aug25 Nov25 Feb26 May26
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 22.03 22.47 23.61 25.06 29.64

FRCOF vs TJX, ROST, BURL: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Apparel Retail subindustry, Fast Retailing Co'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.


Fast Retailing Co EV-to-OCF vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Fast Retailing Co's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Fast Retailing Co EV-to-OCF Calculation

Fast Retailing Co's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=155311.615/5213.109
=29.79

Fast Retailing Co's current Enterprise Value is $155,312 Mil.
Fast Retailing Co's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $5,213 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 29.79 mean?
Fast Retailing Co (FRCOF) has a EV-to-OCF of 29.79 as of Jul. 17, 2026. This is 41% above median its historical median of 21.12. Over the past decade, Fast Retailing Co's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.93 to 60.43. According to the industry distribution chart, Fast Retailing Co ranks #984 out of 1128 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 87.2%.
Is Fast Retailing Co's EV-to-OCF too high?
Fast Retailing Co's current EV-to-OCF of 29.79 is 41% above median its 10-year median of 21.12. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.93 to a high of 60.43. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.04. Fast Retailing Co's value of 29.79 is 323.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Fast Retailing Co ranks #984 out of 1128 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Fast Retailing Co has a GF Score™ of 95/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Fast Retailing Co's EV-to-OCF compare to TJX and ROST?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Fast Retailing Co ranks #984 out of 1128 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Fast Retailing Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.04. Fast Retailing Co's value of 29.79 is 323.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Fast Retailing Co's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.93 to 60.43 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 21.12 vs. the industry median of 7.04, Fast Retailing 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-OCF for a Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Retail - Cyclical companies is 7.04, based on 1,128 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. Fast Retailing Co's current EV-to-OCF of 29.79 is 323.2% 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-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.04 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Fast Retailing Co's current EV-to-OCF is 29.79, which is 41% above median its own 10-year median of 21.12. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Fast Retailing Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Fast Retailing Co (FRCOF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $368.58, compared to a current price of $505.61 — trading 37.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 29.79, which is 41% above median its 10-year median of 21.12 and 323.2% above the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 7.04. Fast Retailing Co's overall GF Score™ is 95/100 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-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Fast Retailing Co (FRCOF), the current EV-to-OCF is 29.79 as of Jul. 17, 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 Fast Retailing Co (FRCOF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Fast Retailing Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $505.61 is trading 37.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $368.58. GuruFocus considers Fast Retailing Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FRCOF:

  • EV-to-OCF: 29.79 (41% above median its 10-year median of 21.12)
  • GF Value™: $368.58 vs. price of $505.61 (37.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 95/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 323.2% above the Retail - Cyclical median (#984 of 1128)

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


Fast Retailing Co Business Description

Address 10717-1 Sayama, Yamaguchi, Yamaguchi, JPN, 754-0894
Fast Retailing is Japan's largest apparel company. It operates casualwear retail chain Uniqlo, known for its high-quality functional apparel at reasonable prices. Fast Retailing is in charge of product design and sales and outsources almost all of its production to factories in places including China, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Indonesia, and India. It is ranked the second-largest apparel company by sales globally in 2024 per Euromonitor, thanks to the expansion of Uniqlo International. As of February 2025, it ran 3,616 stores globally. Other brands in its portfolio include GU and acquired brands like Theory, Comptoir des Cotonniers, and Princesse tam.tam. The Yanai family owned a 40.86% stake in the firm as of July 2025.
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