Sumitomo Bakelite CoSBKLF 64 EV-to-FCF is 26.21 as of Jul. 03, 2026, which is 66% above its 10-year median of 15.80. GuruFocus rates SBKLF with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of $23.27 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 920 Chemicals companies, Sumitomo Bakelite Co ranks worse than 59.24% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Sumitomo Bakelite Co's Enterprise Value is $3,378 Mil.
Sumitomo Bakelite Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $129 Mil. Therefore, Sumitomo Bakelite Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 26.21.
The historical rank and industry rank for Sumitomo Bakelite Co's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
SBKLF'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.02 Med: 15.8 Max: 102.2
Current: 29.18
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Sumitomo Bakelite Co was 102.20. The lowest was 7.02. And the median was 15.80.
SBKLF's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 59.24% of 920
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 22.655
vs SBKLF: 29.18
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.
Sumitomo Bakelite Co (OTCPK:SBKLF) 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.
Sumitomo Bakelite Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Sumitomo Bakelite Co's share price for today is $36.58.
Sumitomo Bakelite Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $2.105.
* 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.
Sumitomo Bakelite Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Sumitomo Bakelite Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Sumitomo Bakelite 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.
For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Sumitomo Bakelite 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.
Sumitomo Bakelite Co EV-to-FCF vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Sumitomo Bakelite Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Sumitomo Bakelite Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Sumitomo Bakelite Co's current Enterprise Value is $3,378 Mil.
Sumitomo Bakelite Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $129 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.
Sumitomo Bakelite Co (SBKLF) has a EV-to-FCF of 26.21 as of Jul. 03, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Sumitomo Bakelite Co and its competitors. This is 66% above median its historical median of 15.80. Over the past decade, Sumitomo Bakelite Co's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 7.02 to 102.20. According to the industry distribution chart, Sumitomo Bakelite Co ranks #545 out of 920 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 59.2%.
Is Sumitomo Bakelite Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Sumitomo Bakelite Co's current EV-to-FCF of 26.21 is 66% above median its 10-year median of 15.80. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.02 to a high of 102.20. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.66. Sumitomo Bakelite Co's value of 26.21 is 15.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sumitomo Bakelite Co ranks #545 out of 920 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Sumitomo Bakelite Co has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sumitomo Bakelite Co's EV-to-FCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Sumitomo Bakelite Co ranks #545 out of 920 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Sumitomo Bakelite Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.66. Sumitomo Bakelite Co's value of 26.21 is 15.7% above this benchmark. Historically, Sumitomo Bakelite Co's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 7.02 to 102.20 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 15.80 vs. the industry median of 22.66, Sumitomo Bakelite 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-FCF for a Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Chemicals companies is 22.66, based on 920 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. Sumitomo Bakelite Co's current EV-to-FCF of 26.21 is 15.7% 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-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 Sumitomo Bakelite Co and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.66 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sumitomo Bakelite Co's current EV-to-FCF is 26.21, which is 66% above median its own 10-year median of 15.80. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sumitomo Bakelite Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sumitomo Bakelite Co (SBKLF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $23.27, compared to a current price of $36.58 — trading 57.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 26.21, which is 66% above median its 10-year median of 15.80 and 15.7% above the Chemicals industry median of 22.66. Sumitomo Bakelite Co's overall GF Score™ is 64/100 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 Sumitomo Bakelite Co (SBKLF), the current EV-to-FCF is 26.21 as of Jul. 03, 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 Sumitomo Bakelite Co (SBKLF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sumitomo Bakelite Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $36.58 is trading 57.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $23.27.
GuruFocus considers Sumitomo Bakelite Co to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for SBKLF:
EV-to-FCF: 26.21 (66% above median its 10-year median of 15.80)
GF Value™: $23.27 vs. price of $36.58 (57.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 15.7% above the Chemicals median (#545 of 920)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SBKLF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Sumitomo Bakelite Co Ltd is engaged in the manufacture and sale of plastics and related products. The company has three reportable segments: High performance plastic, Quality of Life Related Products, and Semiconductor-related Materials. The Semiconductor-related Materials segment provides epoxy resin molding materials, liquid resins, and coatings for semiconductors. The High performance plastic segment manufactures phenolic resin molding materials, industrial phenolic resins, synthetic resin adhesives, and copper-clad laminates. The Quality of Life Related Products segment produces medical equipment products, pharmaceutical packaging materials, decorative panels and sheets, and bio-related products.
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