Gakujo Co (TSE:2301) EV-to-FCF: 11.80 (As of Jul. 09, 2026) — Near Median


TSE:2301 Gakujo Co Ltd TSE:2301
79 GF Score
Price 円1,617.00
GF Value 円2,298.20
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is Gakujo Co EV-to-FCF?

Gakujo Co TSE:2301 -0.19% 79 EV-to-FCF is 11.80 as of Jul. 09, 2026, which is 7% below its 10-year median of 12.65. GuruFocus rates TSE:2301 with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of 円2,298.20 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 718 Business Services companies, Gakujo Co ranks better than 52.79% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Gakujo Co's Enterprise Value is 円16,222 Mil. Gakujo Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was 円1,375 Mil. Therefore, Gakujo Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 11.80.

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

TSE:2301' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.17   Med: 12.65   Max: 35.31
Current: 11.63

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Gakujo Co was 35.31. The lowest was 4.17. And the median was 12.65.

TSE:2301's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
52.79% of 718 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 12.485 vs TSE:2301: 11.63

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 (2026-07-09), Gakujo Co's stock price is 円1617.00. Gakujo Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was 円129.260. Therefore, Gakujo Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 12.51.


Gakujo Co  (TSE:2301) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1617.00/129.260
=12.51

Gakujo Co's share price for today is 円1617.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Gakujo Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was 円129.260.

* 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.


Gakujo Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Gakujo Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Gakujo 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.

Gakujo Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Gakujo Co Annual Data
Trend Oct16 Oct17 Oct18 Oct19 Oct20 Oct21 Oct22 Oct23 Oct24 Oct25
EV-to-FCF
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Gakujo Co Semi-Annual Data
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TSE:2301 vs KFY, RHI, TNET: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, Gakujo 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.


Gakujo Co EV-to-FCF vs Business Services Industry

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

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


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Gakujo Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=16222.366/1374.541
=11.80

Gakujo Co's current Enterprise Value is 円16,222 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Gakujo Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was 円1,375 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 11.80 mean?
Gakujo Co (TSE:2301) has a EV-to-FCF of 11.80 as of Jul. 09, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Gakujo Co and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 12.65. Over the past decade, Gakujo Co's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 4.17 to 35.31. According to the industry distribution chart, Gakujo Co ranks #339 out of 718 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 47.2%.
Is Gakujo Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Gakujo Co's current EV-to-FCF of 11.80 is near median its 10-year median of 12.65. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.17 to a high of 35.31. The Business Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.49. Gakujo Co's value of 11.80 is 5.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Gakujo Co ranks #339 out of 718 companies in the Business Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Gakujo Co has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Gakujo Co's EV-to-FCF compare to KFY and RHI?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Gakujo Co ranks #339 out of 718 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Gakujo Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.49. Gakujo Co's value of 11.80 is 5.5% below this benchmark. Historically, Gakujo Co's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 4.17 to 35.31 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.65 vs. the industry median of 12.49, Gakujo 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 12.49, based on 718 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. Gakujo Co's current EV-to-FCF of 11.80 is 5.5% 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 Gakujo Co and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 12.49 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Gakujo Co's current EV-to-FCF is 11.80, which is near median its own 10-year median of 12.65. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Gakujo Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gakujo Co (TSE:2301) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円2,298.20, compared to a current price of 円1,617.00 — trading 29.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 11.80, which is near median its 10-year median of 12.65 and 5.5% below the Business Services industry median of 12.49. Gakujo Co's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Gakujo Co (TSE:2301), the current EV-to-FCF is 11.80 as of Jul. 09, 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 Gakujo Co (TSE:2301) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gakujo Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円1,617.00 is trading 29.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円2,298.20. GuruFocus considers Gakujo Co to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:2301:

  • EV-to-FCF: 11.80 (near median its 10-year median of 12.65)
  • GF Value™: 円2,298.20 vs. price of 円1,617.00 (29.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 5.5% below the Business Services median (#339 of 718)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:2301 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Gakujo Co Business Description

Address 2-5-10 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka, JPN, 530-0001
Gakujo Co Ltd provides employment information, various recruitment consulting services, and manpower dispatch and job placement services.
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