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Persol Holdings CoTSE:2181 -2.88%86 EV-to-FCF is 9.87 as of Jul. 23, 2026, which is 8% below its 10-year median of 10.76. GuruFocus rates TSE:2181 with a GF Score™ of 86/100 and a GF Value™ of 円296.29 (Modestly Undervalued). Among 720 Business Services companies, Persol Holdings Co ranks better than 58.47% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Persol Holdings Co's Enterprise Value is 円597,002 Mil.
Persol Holdings Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円60,516 Mil. Therefore, Persol Holdings Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 9.87.
The historical rank and industry rank for Persol Holdings Co's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
TSE:2181'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.6 Med: 10.76 Max: 98.14
Current: 10.11
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Persol Holdings Co was 98.14. The lowest was 6.60. And the median was 10.76.
TSE:2181's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 58.47% of 720
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 12.74
vs TSE:2181: 10.11
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.
Persol Holdings Co (TSE:2181) 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.
Persol Holdings Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Persol Holdings Co's share price for today is 円259.50.
Persol Holdings 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 円19.170.
* 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.
Persol Holdings Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Persol Holdings Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Persol Holdings 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 Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, Persol Holdings 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.
Persol Holdings Co EV-to-FCF vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Persol Holdings Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Persol Holdings Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Persol Holdings Co's current Enterprise Value is 円597,002 Mil.
Persol Holdings 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 円60,516 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.
Persol Holdings Co (TSE:2181) has a EV-to-FCF of 9.87 as of Jul. 23, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Persol Holdings Co and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 10.76. Over the past decade, Persol Holdings Co's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 6.60 to 98.14. According to the industry distribution chart, Persol Holdings Co ranks #299 out of 720 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 41.5%.
Is Persol Holdings Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Persol Holdings Co's current EV-to-FCF of 9.87 is near median its 10-year median of 10.76. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.60 to a high of 98.14. The Business Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.74. Persol Holdings Co's value of 9.87 is 22.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Persol Holdings Co ranks #299 out of 720 companies in the Business Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Persol Holdings Co has a GF Score™ of 86/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Persol Holdings Co's EV-to-FCF compare to KFY and RHI?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Persol Holdings Co ranks #299 out of 720 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Persol Holdings Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.74. Persol Holdings Co's value of 9.87 is 22.5% below this benchmark. Historically, Persol Holdings Co's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 6.60 to 98.14 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.76 vs. the industry median of 12.74, Persol Holdings 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Business Services companies is 12.74, based on 720 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. Persol Holdings Co's current EV-to-FCF of 9.87 is 22.5% 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 Persol Holdings Co and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 12.74 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Persol Holdings Co's current EV-to-FCF is 9.87, which is near median its own 10-year median of 10.76. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Persol Holdings Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Persol Holdings Co (TSE:2181) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円296.29, compared to a current price of 円259.50 — trading 12.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 9.87, which is near median its 10-year median of 10.76 and 22.5% below the Business Services industry median of 12.74. Persol Holdings Co's overall GF Score™ is 86/100. 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 Persol Holdings Co (TSE:2181), the current EV-to-FCF is 9.87 as of Jul. 23, 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 Persol Holdings Co (TSE:2181) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Persol Holdings Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of 円259.50 is trading 12.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円296.29.
GuruFocus considers Persol Holdings Co to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:2181:
EV-to-FCF: 9.87 (near median its 10-year median of 10.76)
GF Value™: 円296.29 vs. price of 円259.50 (12.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 22.5% below the Business Services median (#299 of 720)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:2181 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Persol Holdings Co Ltd is a Japan-based company engaged in the provision of staffing and HR-related services. Its services include temporary staffing, recruitment, media, outsourcing, and job creation in a range of industries. The company's segments include Asia Pacific; Business Process Outsourcing (BPO); Career; Staffing; Technology; and Others. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Staffing segment, which is engaged in the temporary staffing business for a wide range of industries, mainly in the administrative field, mainly in Japan.
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