S-Pool (TSE:2471) EV-to-OCF: 8.78 (As of Sep. 21, 2026) — 50% Below Median

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TSE:2471 S-Pool Inc TSE:2471
83 GF Score
Price 円287.00
GF Value 円332.65
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is S-Pool EV-to-OCF?

S-Pool TSE:2471 +1.41% 83 EV-to-OCF is 8.78 as of Sep. 21, 2026, which is 50% below its 10-year median of 17.50. GuruFocus rates TSE:2471 with a GF Score™ of 83/100 and a GF Value™ of 円332.65 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,087 Business Services companies, S-Pool ranks worse than 55.66% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, S-Pool's Enterprise Value is 円45,887 Mil. S-Pool's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was 円5,227 Mil. Therefore, S-Pool's EV-to-OCF for today is 8.78.

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

TSE:2471' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.04   Med: 17.5   Max: 102.76
Current: 8.42

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of S-Pool was 102.76. The lowest was 7.04. And the median was 17.50.

TSE:2471's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
55.66% of 1087 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 6.87 vs TSE:2471: 8.42

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 (2026-09-21), S-Pool's stock price is 円287.00. S-Pool's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was 円16.862. Therefore, S-Pool's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 17.02.


S-Pool  (TSE:2471) 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.

S-Pool's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=287.00/16.862
=17.02

S-Pool's share price for today is 円287.00.
S-Pool'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 円16.862.

* 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.


S-Pool EV-to-OCF Related Terms


S-Pool EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for S-Pool'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.

S-Pool EV-to-OCF Chart

S-Pool Annual Data
Trend Nov16 Nov17 Nov18 Nov19 Nov20 Nov21 Nov22 Nov23 Nov24 Nov25
EV-to-OCF
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S-Pool 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 7.61 8.25 7.58 8.19 8.03

TSE:2471 vs CTAS, CPRT, GPN: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, S-Pool'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.


S-Pool EV-to-OCF vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, S-Pool's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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S-Pool EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=45886.746/5227
=8.78

S-Pool's current Enterprise Value is 円45,887 Mil.
S-Pool'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 円5,227 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 8.78 mean?
S-Pool (TSE:2471) has a EV-to-OCF of 8.78 as of Sep. 21, 2026. This is 50% below median its historical median of 17.50. Over the past decade, S-Pool's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.04 to 102.76. According to the industry distribution chart, S-Pool ranks #605 out of 1087 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 55.7%.
Is S-Pool's EV-to-OCF too high?
S-Pool's current EV-to-OCF of 8.78 is 50% below median its 10-year median of 17.50. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.04 to a high of 102.76. The Business Services industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.87. S-Pool's value of 8.78 is 27.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, S-Pool ranks #605 out of 1087 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, S-Pool has a GF Score™ of 83/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does S-Pool's EV-to-OCF compare to CTAS and CPRT?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, S-Pool ranks #605 out of 1087 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places S-Pool in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.87. S-Pool's value of 8.78 is 27.8% above this benchmark. Historically, S-Pool's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.04 to 102.76 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 17.50 vs. the industry median of 6.87, S-Pool 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Business Services companies is 6.87, based on 1,087 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. S-Pool's current EV-to-OCF of 8.78 is 27.8% 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 Business Services industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 6.87 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. S-Pool's current EV-to-OCF is 8.78, which is 50% below median its own 10-year median of 17.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is S-Pool stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, S-Pool (TSE:2471) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円332.65, compared to a current price of 円287.00 — trading 13.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 8.78, which is 50% below median its 10-year median of 17.50 and 27.8% above the Business Services industry median of 6.87. S-Pool's overall GF Score™ is 83/100 with 5 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 S-Pool (TSE:2471), the current EV-to-OCF is 8.78 as of Sep. 21, 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 S-Pool (TSE:2471) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, S-Pool stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円287.00 is trading 13.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円332.65. GuruFocus considers S-Pool to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:2471:

  • EV-to-OCF: 8.78 (50% below median its 10-year median of 17.50)
  • GF Value™: 円332.65 vs. price of 円287.00 (13.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 83/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 27.8% above the Business Services median (#605 of 1087)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:2471 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


S-Pool Business Description

Address 3, No. 3 Building, No. 15 Rick Hugh Edobashi 2-chome, Tokyo, JPN
S-Pool Inc is engaged in providing business solutions and human resource solutions. The solutions offered by the company include employment support service for people with disabilities, logistics outsourcing service, sales support service, and professional talent bank service.
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