Unicharm (STU:UN4) EV-to-OCF: 10.62 (As of Sep. 10, 2026) — 42% Below Median

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STU:UN4 Unicharm Corp STU:UN4
91 GF Score
Price €5.25
GF Value €6.74
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Unicharm EV-to-OCF?

Unicharm STU:UN4 -1.87% 91 EV-to-OCF is 10.62 as of Sep. 10, 2026, which is 42% below its 10-year median of 18.45. GuruFocus rates STU:UN4 with a GF Score™ of 91/100 and a GF Value™ of €6.74 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,001 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Unicharm ranks worse than 60.17% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Unicharm's Enterprise Value is €7,838 Mil. Unicharm's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €738 Mil. Therefore, Unicharm's EV-to-OCF for today is 10.62.

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

STU:UN4' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.91   Med: 18.45   Max: 32.28
Current: 10.72

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Unicharm was 32.28. The lowest was 9.91. And the median was 18.45.

STU:UN4's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
60.17% of 2001 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 7.98 vs STU:UN4: 10.72

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 (2026-09-10), Unicharm's stock price is €5.25. Unicharm's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €0.205. Therefore, Unicharm's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 25.61.


Unicharm  (STU:UN4) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=5.25/0.205
=25.61

Unicharm's share price for today is €5.25.
Unicharm'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 €0.205.

* 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.


Unicharm EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Unicharm EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Unicharm'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.

Unicharm EV-to-OCF Chart

Unicharm Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 26.50 30.54 17.05 14.95 9.98

Unicharm 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 12.74 12.23 9.98 10.36 10.45

STU:UN4 vs PG, CL, EL: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Household & Personal Products subindustry, Unicharm'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.


Unicharm EV-to-OCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Unicharm's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


STU:UN4
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Unicharm EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=7837.561/738.06
=10.62

Unicharm's current Enterprise Value is €7,838 Mil.
Unicharm'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 €738 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 10.62 mean?
Unicharm (STU:UN4) has a EV-to-OCF of 10.62 as of Sep. 10, 2026. This is 42% below median its historical median of 18.45. Over the past decade, Unicharm's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 9.91 to 32.28. According to the industry distribution chart, Unicharm ranks #1204 out of 2001 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 60.2%.
Is Unicharm's EV-to-OCF too high?
Unicharm's current EV-to-OCF of 10.62 is 42% below median its 10-year median of 18.45. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.91 to a high of 32.28. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.98. Unicharm's value of 10.62 is 33.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Unicharm ranks #1204 out of 2001 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Unicharm has a GF Score™ of 91/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Unicharm's EV-to-OCF compare to PG and CL?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Unicharm ranks #1204 out of 2001 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Unicharm in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.98. Unicharm's value of 10.62 is 33.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Unicharm's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 9.91 to 32.28 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 18.45 vs. the industry median of 7.98, Unicharm 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 7.98, based on 2,001 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. Unicharm's current EV-to-OCF of 10.62 is 33.1% 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 Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.98 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Unicharm's current EV-to-OCF is 10.62, which is 42% below median its own 10-year median of 18.45. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Unicharm stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Unicharm (STU:UN4) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €6.74, compared to a current price of €5.25 — trading 22.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 10.62, which is 42% below median its 10-year median of 18.45 and 33.1% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 7.98. Unicharm's overall GF Score™ is 91/100 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 Unicharm (STU:UN4), the current EV-to-OCF is 10.62 as of Sep. 10, 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 Unicharm (STU:UN4) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Unicharm stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €5.25 is trading 22.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of €6.74. GuruFocus considers Unicharm to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for STU:UN4:

  • EV-to-OCF: 10.62 (42% below median its 10-year median of 18.45)
  • GF Value™: €6.74 vs. price of €5.25 (22.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 91/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 33.1% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#1204 of 2001)

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:UN4 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Unicharm Business Description

Address 3-5-19, Mita, Sumitomo Fudosan Tokyo Mita Garden Tower, Minato-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 108-8575
Focusing on personal hygiene products utilizing nonwoven fabric, Unicharm is the largest manufacturer of disposable baby diapers and feminine sanitary and adult incontinence products in Japan and Asia. Its personal care business accounted for around 80% of its sales as of 2025, with the balance mainly from pet care. Unicharm generates around 60% of its revenue from overseas, of which nearly three-fourths are from Asia, mostly China, Indonesia, and Thailand. India is the fastest-growing market, followed by Vietnam. Outside Asia, Unicharm operates in Saudi Arabia, the Americas, and Europe. Drugstores, supermarkets, baby product specialty stores, and e-commerce are the key sales channels.
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