Marudai Food Co (TSE:2288) EV-to-FCF: 6.34 (As of Jul. 14, 2026) — 25% Below Median

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TSE:2288 Marudai Food Co Ltd TSE:2288
57 GF Score
Price 円2,260.00
GF Value 円1,822.18
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Marudai Food Co EV-to-FCF?

Marudai Food Co TSE:2288 +0.40% 57 EV-to-FCF is 6.34 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 25% below its 10-year median of 8.40. GuruFocus rates TSE:2288 with a GF Score™ of 57/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,822.18 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,188 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Marudai Food Co ranks better than 82.91% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Marudai Food Co's Enterprise Value is 円56,903 Mil. Marudai Food Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円8,976 Mil. Therefore, Marudai Food Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 6.34.

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

TSE:2288' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.75   Med: 8.4   Max: 26.51
Current: 6.32

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Marudai Food Co was 26.51. The lowest was 4.75. And the median was 8.40.

TSE:2288's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
82.91% of 1188 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 15.85 vs TSE:2288: 6.32

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), Marudai Food Co's stock price is 円2260.00. Marudai Food Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円399.890. Therefore, Marudai Food Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 5.65.


Marudai Food Co  (TSE:2288) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2260.00/399.890
=5.65

Marudai Food Co's share price for today is 円2260.00.
Marudai Food 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399.890.

* 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.


Marudai Food Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Marudai Food Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Marudai Food 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.

Marudai Food Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Marudai Food Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF
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Marudai Food Co 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 9.83 7.69 6.68 6.97 5.49

TSE:2288 vs KHC, GIS: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Marudai Food 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.


Marudai Food Co EV-to-FCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Marudai Food Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


TSE:2288
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Marudai Food Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=56903.277/8976
=6.34

Marudai Food Co's current Enterprise Value is 円56,903 Mil.
Marudai Food 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8,976 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 6.34 mean?
Marudai Food Co (TSE:2288) has a EV-to-FCF of 6.34 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Marudai Food Co and its competitors. This is 25% below median its historical median of 8.40. Over the past decade, Marudai Food Co's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 4.75 to 26.51. According to the industry distribution chart, Marudai Food Co ranks #203 out of 1188 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 17.1%.
Is Marudai Food Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Marudai Food Co's current EV-to-FCF of 6.34 is 25% below median its 10-year median of 8.40. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.75 to a high of 26.51. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.85. Marudai Food Co's value of 6.34 is 60% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Marudai Food Co ranks #203 out of 1188 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Marudai Food Co has a GF Score™ of 57/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Marudai Food Co's EV-to-FCF compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Marudai Food Co ranks #203 out of 1188 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Marudai Food Co in the top 17% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.85. Marudai Food Co's value of 6.34 is 60% below this benchmark. Historically, Marudai Food Co's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 4.75 to 26.51 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 8.40 vs. the industry median of 15.85, Marudai Food 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 15.85, based on 1,188 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. Marudai Food Co's current EV-to-FCF of 6.34 is 60% 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 Marudai Food Co and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.85 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Marudai Food Co's current EV-to-FCF is 6.34, which is 25% below median its own 10-year median of 8.40. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Marudai Food Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Marudai Food Co (TSE:2288) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,822.18, compared to a current price of 円2,260.00 — trading 24% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 6.34, which is 25% below median its 10-year median of 8.40 and 60% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 15.85. Marudai Food Co's overall GF Score™ is 57/100 with 3 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 Marudai Food Co (TSE:2288), the current EV-to-FCF is 6.34 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 Marudai Food Co (TSE:2288) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Marudai Food Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円2,260.00 is trading 24% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,822.18. GuruFocus considers Marudai Food Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:2288:

  • EV-to-FCF: 6.34 (25% below median its 10-year median of 8.40)
  • GF Value™: 円1,822.18 vs. price of 円2,260.00 (24% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 57/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 60% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#203 of 1188)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:2288 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Marudai Food Co Business Description

Other Exchanges MFL1:Germany
Address 21-3, Midori-cho, Takatsuki-shi, Osaka, JPN
Marudai Food Co Ltd is a food manufacturing company, which through its subsidiaries, is engaged in the manufacturing and sale of hams and sausages, including bone-less hams, bacon, wiener sausages, fish hams and sausages.
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