Core (TSE:2359) EV-to-FCF: 11.84 (As of Jul. 14, 2026) — Near Median

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TSE:2359 Core Corp TSE:2359
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What is Core EV-to-FCF?

Core TSE:2359 +0.70% 80 EV-to-FCF is 11.84 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 7% below its 10-year median of 12.79. GuruFocus rates TSE:2359 with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of 円2,080.19 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,593 Software companies, Core ranks better than 58.63% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Core's Enterprise Value is 円21,954 Mil. Core's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,854 Mil. Therefore, Core's EV-to-FCF for today is 11.84.

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

TSE:2359' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.67   Med: 12.79   Max: 55.69
Current: 11.8

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Core was 55.69. The lowest was 7.67. And the median was 12.79.

TSE:2359's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
58.63% of 1593 companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 14.83 vs TSE:2359: 11.80

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), Core's stock price is 円2009.00. Core's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円200.310. Therefore, Core's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 10.03.


Core  (TSE:2359) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2009.00/200.310
=10.03

Core's share price for today is 円2009.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Core's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円200.310.

* 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.


Core EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Core EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Core'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.

Core EV-to-FCF Chart

Core Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 12.10 11.05 11.02 8.64 13.76

Core Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 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 11.02 0.00 8.64 0.00 13.76

TSE:2359 vs IBM, ACN, FISV: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Information Technology Services subindustry, Core'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.


Core EV-to-FCF vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, Core's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Core EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=21953.621/1853.908
=11.84

Core's current Enterprise Value is 円21,954 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Core's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,854 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 11.84 mean?
Core (TSE:2359) has a EV-to-FCF of 11.84 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Core and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 12.79. Over the past decade, Core's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 7.67 to 55.69. According to the industry distribution chart, Core ranks #659 out of 1593 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 41.4%.
Is Core's EV-to-FCF too high?
Core's current EV-to-FCF of 11.84 is near median its 10-year median of 12.79. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.67 to a high of 55.69. The Software industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.83. Core's value of 11.84 is 20.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Core ranks #659 out of 1593 companies in the Software industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Core has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Core's EV-to-FCF compare to IBM and ACN?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Core ranks #659 out of 1593 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Core in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.83. Core's value of 11.84 is 20.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Core's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 7.67 to 55.69 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.79 vs. the industry median of 14.83, Core 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 Software company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Software companies is 14.83, based on 1,593 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. Core's current EV-to-FCF of 11.84 is 20.2% 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 Core and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.83 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Core's current EV-to-FCF is 11.84, which is near median its own 10-year median of 12.79. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Core stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Core (TSE:2359) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円2,080.19, compared to a current price of 円2,009.00 — trading 3.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 11.84, which is near median its 10-year median of 12.79 and 20.2% below the Software industry median of 14.83. Core's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 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 Core (TSE:2359), the current EV-to-FCF is 11.84 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 Core (TSE:2359) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Core stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円2,009.00 is trading 3.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円2,080.19. GuruFocus considers Core to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:2359:

  • EV-to-FCF: 11.84 (near median its 10-year median of 12.79)
  • GF Value™: 円2,080.19 vs. price of 円2,009.00 (3.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 20.2% below the Software median (#659 of 1593)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:2359 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Core Business Description

Address 1-22-3, Sangenjaya, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 154-8552
Core Corp is an independent information technology services company. It is organized into two business segments - System Integration business and product solutions business. The system integration segment focuses on embedded contract development in smartphones, automotive-related and equipment control fields. Its product solutions segment operates in the fields of security, cloud big data utilization cloud service, and global navigation satellite system. It primarily serves medical/healthcare, automobiles and agriculture markets.
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