Cotta Co (FSE:3359) EV-to-FCF: 8.98 (As of Jul. 08, 2026) — 54% Below Median


FSE:3359 Cotta Co Ltd FSE:3359
12 GF Score
Price 円369.00
GF Value 円844.02
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Cotta Co EV-to-FCF?

Cotta Co FSE:3359 12 EV-to-FCF is 8.98 as of Jul. 08, 2026, which is 54% below its 10-year median of 19.71. GuruFocus rates FSE:3359 with a GF Score™ of 12/100 and a GF Value™ of 円844.02. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 243 Packaging & Containers companies, Cotta Co ranks better than 72.02% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Cotta Co's Enterprise Value is 円4,977 Mil. Cotta Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円554 Mil. Therefore, Cotta Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 8.98.

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

FSE:3359' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -21.12   Med: 19.71   Max: 75.32
Current: 8.98

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Cotta Co was 75.32. The lowest was -21.12. And the median was 19.71.

FSE:3359's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
72.02% of 243 companies
in the Packaging & Containers industry
Industry Median: 16.16 vs FSE:3359: 8.98

EV-to-FCF 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 (2026-07-08), Cotta Co's stock price is 円369.00. Cotta Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円42.835. Therefore, Cotta Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 8.61.


Cotta Co  (FSE:3359) EV-to-FCF Explanation

EV-to-FCF 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=369.00/42.835
=8.61

Cotta Co's share price for today is 円369.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Cotta Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円42.835.

* 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. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Cotta Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Cotta Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Cotta Co's EV-to-FCF 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.

Cotta Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Cotta Co Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -20.65 19.58 15.59 18.73 8.01

Cotta Co Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF 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 0.00 18.73 0.00 8.01 0.00

FSE:3359 vs SW, PKG, IP: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Packaging & Containers subindustry, Cotta Co's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF 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.


Cotta Co EV-to-FCF vs Packaging & Containers Industry

For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Cotta Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Cotta Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Cotta Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

Cotta Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=4977.034/554.033
=8.98

Cotta Co's current Enterprise Value is 円4,977 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Cotta Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円554 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-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of 8.98 mean?
Cotta Co (FSE:3359) has a EV-to-FCF of 8.98 as of Jul. 08, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Cotta Co and its competitors. This is 54% below median its historical median of 19.71. According to the industry distribution chart, Cotta Co ranks #68 out of 243 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, placing it in the top 28%.
Is Cotta Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Cotta Co's current EV-to-FCF of 8.98 is 54% below median its 10-year median of 19.71. The Packaging & Containers industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.16. Cotta Co's value of 8.98 is 44.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cotta Co ranks #68 out of 243 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Cotta Co has a GF Score™ of 12/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cotta Co's EV-to-FCF compare to SW and PKG?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, Cotta Co ranks #68 out of 243 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Cotta Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.16. Cotta Co's value of 8.98 is 44.4% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 19.71 vs. the industry median of 16.16, Cotta Co has consistently been below 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-FCF for a Packaging & Containers company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Packaging & Containers companies is 16.16, based on 243 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Cotta Co's current EV-to-FCF of 8.98 is 44.4% below 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-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Cotta Co and its competitors. For the Packaging & Containers industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 16.16 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cotta Co's current EV-to-FCF is 8.98, which is 54% below median its own 10-year median of 19.71. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cotta Co stock overvalued right now?
Cotta Co (FSE:3359) has a current EV-to-FCF of 8.98. The stock's GF Value™ is 円844.02, compared to a current price of 円369.00 — trading 56.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 8.98, which is 54% below median its 10-year median of 19.71 and 44.4% below the Packaging & Containers industry median of 16.16. Cotta Co's overall GF Score™ is 12/100 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-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Cotta Co (FSE:3359), the current EV-to-FCF is 8.98 as of Jul. 08, 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 Cotta Co (FSE:3359) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cotta Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円369.00 is trading 56.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円844.02.

Key valuation signals for FSE:3359:

  • EV-to-FCF: 8.98 (54% below median its 10-year median of 19.71)
  • GF Value™: 円844.02 vs. price of 円369.00 (56.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 12/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 44.4% below the Packaging & Containers median (#68 of 243)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FSE:3359 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Cotta Co Business Description

Other Exchanges 3359:Japan
Address 4478-8 Kamiao, Oita Prefecture, Tsukumi, JPN, 879-2461
Cotta Co Ltd manufactures and sells confectionery food materials and food packaging materials in Japan. It offers cake boxes, handbags, wrapping paper, ribbons, freshness preserving agents, and confectionery materials such as butter and flour. The company serves candy stores, bakeries, and individuals.
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