Link and Motivation (TSE:2170) EV-to-FCF: 14.59 (As of Jul. 14, 2026) — 49% Below Median

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TSE:2170 Link and Motivation Inc TSE:2170
86 GF Score
Price 円586.00
GF Value 円612.76
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Link and Motivation EV-to-FCF?

Link and Motivation TSE:2170 +0.17% 86 EV-to-FCF is 14.59 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 49% below its 10-year median of 28.51. GuruFocus rates TSE:2170 with a GF Score™ of 86/100 and a GF Value™ of 円612.76 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 717 Business Services companies, Link and Motivation ranks worse than 57.6% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Link and Motivation's Enterprise Value is 円72,267 Mil. Link and Motivation's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円4,952 Mil. Therefore, Link and Motivation's EV-to-FCF for today is 14.59.

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

TSE:2170' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 11.77   Med: 28.51   Max: 98.86
Current: 14.57

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Link and Motivation was 98.86. The lowest was 11.77. And the median was 28.51.

TSE:2170's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
57.6% of 717 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 12.64 vs TSE:2170: 14.57

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 (2026-07-14), Link and Motivation's stock price is 円586.00. Link and Motivation's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円15.790. Therefore, Link and Motivation's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 37.11.


Link and Motivation  (TSE:2170) 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.

Link and Motivation's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=586.00/15.790
=37.11

Link and Motivation's share price for today is 円586.00.
Link and Motivation'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 円15.790.

* 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.


Link and Motivation EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Link and Motivation EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Link and Motivation'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.

Link and Motivation EV-to-FCF Chart

Link and Motivation Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Link and Motivation Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 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 13.06 12.87 12.96 13.96 14.04

TSE:2170 vs VRSK, EFX, BAH: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Consulting Services subindustry, Link and Motivation'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.


Link and Motivation EV-to-FCF vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Link and Motivation's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Link and Motivation's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Link and Motivation EV-to-FCF Calculation

Link and Motivation's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=72267.439/4952
=14.59

Link and Motivation's current Enterprise Value is 円72,267 Mil.
Link and Motivation'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 円4,952 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 14.59 mean?
Link and Motivation (TSE:2170) has a EV-to-FCF of 14.59 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Link and Motivation and its competitors. This is 49% below median its historical median of 28.51. Over the past decade, Link and Motivation's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 11.77 to 98.86. According to the industry distribution chart, Link and Motivation ranks #413 out of 717 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 57.6%.
Is Link and Motivation's EV-to-FCF too high?
Link and Motivation's current EV-to-FCF of 14.59 is 49% below median its 10-year median of 28.51. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 11.77 to a high of 98.86. The Business Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.64. Link and Motivation's value of 14.59 is 15.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Link and Motivation ranks #413 out of 717 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Link and Motivation has a GF Score™ of 86/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Link and Motivation's EV-to-FCF compare to VRSK and EFX?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Link and Motivation ranks #413 out of 717 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Link and Motivation in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.64. Link and Motivation's value of 14.59 is 15.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Link and Motivation's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 11.77 to 98.86 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 28.51 vs. the industry median of 12.64, Link and Motivation 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Business Services companies is 12.64, based on 717 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. Link and Motivation's current EV-to-FCF of 14.59 is 15.4% 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 Link and Motivation and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 12.64 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Link and Motivation's current EV-to-FCF is 14.59, which is 49% below median its own 10-year median of 28.51. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Link and Motivation stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Link and Motivation (TSE:2170) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円612.76, compared to a current price of 円586.00 — trading 4.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 14.59, which is 49% below median its 10-year median of 28.51 and 15.4% above the Business Services industry median of 12.64. Link and Motivation's overall GF Score™ is 86/100 with 6 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 Link and Motivation (TSE:2170), the current EV-to-FCF is 14.59 as of Jul. 14, 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 Link and Motivation (TSE:2170) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Link and Motivation stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円586.00 is trading 4.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円612.76. GuruFocus considers Link and Motivation to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:2170:

  • EV-to-FCF: 14.59 (49% below median its 10-year median of 28.51)
  • GF Value™: 円612.76 vs. price of 円586.00 (4.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 86/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 15.4% above the Business Services median (#413 of 717)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:2170 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Link and Motivation Business Description

Address 4-12-15 Ginza, Kabukiza Tower,15th Floor, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 104-0061
Link and Motivation Inc is engaged in providing management consulting services. It offers consulting services that transform business organizations through motivation management, entry management, brand management, investor relations and place management. The company operates across three segments namely, Division, Individual Development Division, and Matching Division it provides corporate consulting and HR solutions (including the Motivation Cloud HRTech platform), educational services for students and professionals, and recruitment/matching services.
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