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Katongyo CoTSE:9869 +1.49%81 EV-to-OCF is 10.60 as of Sep. 16, 2026, which is 21% below its 10-year median of 13.39. GuruFocus rates TSE:9869 with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of 円5,783.46 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 315 Retail - Defensive companies, Katongyo Co ranks worse than 65.4% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Katongyo Co's Enterprise Value is 円153,511 Mil.
Katongyo Co's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was 円14,477 Mil. Therefore, Katongyo Co's EV-to-OCF for today is 10.60.
The historical rank and industry rank for Katongyo Co's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
TSE:9869'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.93 Med: 13.39 Max: 30.27
Current: 10.42
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Katongyo Co was 30.27. The lowest was 8.93. And the median was 13.39.
TSE:9869's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 65.4% of 315
companies
in the Retail - Defensive industry
Industry Median: 7.41
vs TSE:9869: 10.42
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.
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.
Katongyo Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Katongyo Co's share price for today is 円6810.00.
Katongyo Co'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 円541.142.
* 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.
Katongyo Co EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Katongyo Co EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Katongyo 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.
For the Food Distribution subindustry, Katongyo 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.
Katongyo Co EV-to-OCF vs Retail - Defensive Industry
For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Katongyo Co's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Katongyo Co's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Katongyo Co's current Enterprise Value is 円153,511 Mil.
Katongyo Co'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 円14,477 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.
Katongyo Co (TSE:9869) has a EV-to-OCF of 10.60 as of Sep. 16, 2026. This is 21% below median its historical median of 13.39. Over the past decade, Katongyo Co's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 8.93 to 30.27. According to the industry distribution chart, Katongyo Co ranks #206 out of 315 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, placing it in the top 65.4%.
Is Katongyo Co's EV-to-OCF too high?
Katongyo Co's current EV-to-OCF of 10.60 is 21% below median its 10-year median of 13.39. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.93 to a high of 30.27. The Retail - Defensive industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.41. Katongyo Co's value of 10.60 is 43% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Katongyo Co ranks #206 out of 315 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Katongyo Co has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Katongyo Co's EV-to-OCF compare to SYY and USFD?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, Katongyo Co ranks #206 out of 315 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Katongyo Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.41. Katongyo Co's value of 10.60 is 43% above this benchmark. Historically, Katongyo Co's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 8.93 to 30.27 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 13.39 vs. the industry median of 7.41, Katongyo 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 - Defensive company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Retail - Defensive companies is 7.41, based on 315 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. Katongyo Co's current EV-to-OCF of 10.60 is 43% 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 - Defensive industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.41 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Katongyo Co's current EV-to-OCF is 10.60, which is 21% below median its own 10-year median of 13.39. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Katongyo Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Katongyo Co (TSE:9869) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円5,783.46, compared to a current price of 円6,810.00 — trading 17.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 10.60, which is 21% below median its 10-year median of 13.39 and 43% above the Retail - Defensive industry median of 7.41. Katongyo Co's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 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 Katongyo Co (TSE:9869), the current EV-to-OCF is 10.60 as of Sep. 16, 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 Katongyo Co (TSE:9869) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Katongyo Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of 円6,810.00 is trading 17.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円5,783.46.
GuruFocus considers Katongyo Co to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:9869:
EV-to-OCF: 10.60 (21% below median its 10-year median of 13.39)
GF Value™: 円5,783.46 vs. price of 円6,810.00 (17.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 43% above the Retail - Defensive median (#206 of 315)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:9869 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Kato Sangyo Co Ltd is a food wholesale company that handles processed foods. The company is mainly located in Japan. The company segments its operations into room temperature distribution, low temperature distribution, alcoholic beverage distribution, and other. The room temperature distribution segment involves wholesale processed foods and confections. The low temperature distribution segment engages in wholesale low-temperature foods and agricultural products. The alcoholic beverage distribution segment operates in wholesale alcoholic beverages. The other segment relates to the company's logistics business and insurance agency business.
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