S-Pool (TSE:2471) EV-to-FCF: 16.78 (As of Aug. 26, 2026) — 14% Above Median

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TSE:2471 S-Pool Inc TSE:2471
82 GF Score
Price 円294.00
GF Value 円344.73
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is S-Pool EV-to-FCF?

S-Pool TSE:2471 -1.34% 82 EV-to-FCF is 16.78 as of Aug. 26, 2026, which is 14% above its 10-year median of 14.70. GuruFocus rates TSE:2471 with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of 円344.73 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 719 Business Services companies, S-Pool ranks worse than 61.2% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, S-Pool's Enterprise Value is 円46,433 Mil. S-Pool's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was 円2,768 Mil. Therefore, S-Pool's EV-to-FCF for today is 16.78.

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

TSE:2471' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -296.14   Med: 14.7   Max: 213.14
Current: 16.94

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of S-Pool was 213.14. The lowest was -296.14. And the median was 14.70.

TSE:2471's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
61.2% of 719 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 12.89 vs TSE:2471: 16.94

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 (2026-08-26), S-Pool's stock price is 円294.00. S-Pool's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was 円16.840. Therefore, S-Pool's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 17.46.


S-Pool  (TSE:2471) 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.

S-Pool's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=294.00/16.840
=17.46

S-Pool's share price for today is 円294.00.
S-Pool's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円16.840.

* 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.


S-Pool EV-to-FCF Related Terms


S-Pool EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for S-Pool'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.

S-Pool EV-to-FCF Chart

S-Pool Annual Data
Trend Nov16 Nov17 Nov18 Nov19 Nov20 Nov21 Nov22 Nov23 Nov24 Nov25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 3,766.11 902.37 -391.82 26.16 11.53

S-Pool Quarterly Data
May21 Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Nov24 Feb25 May25 Aug25 Nov25 Feb26 May26
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 17.89 18.92 11.53 12.64 15.17

TSE:2471 vs CTAS, CPRT, GPN: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, S-Pool'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.


S-Pool EV-to-FCF vs Business Services Industry

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

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


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S-Pool EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=46433.472/2768
=16.78

S-Pool's current Enterprise Value is 円46,433 Mil.
S-Pool's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円2,768 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 16.78 mean?
S-Pool (TSE:2471) has a EV-to-FCF of 16.78 as of Aug. 26, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on S-Pool and its competitors. This is 14% above median its historical median of 14.70. According to the industry distribution chart, S-Pool ranks #440 out of 719 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 61.2%.
Is S-Pool's EV-to-FCF too high?
S-Pool's current EV-to-FCF of 16.78 is 14% above median its 10-year median of 14.70. The Business Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.89. S-Pool's value of 16.78 is 30.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, S-Pool ranks #440 out of 719 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, S-Pool has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does S-Pool's EV-to-FCF compare to CTAS and CPRT?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, S-Pool ranks #440 out of 719 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places S-Pool in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.89. S-Pool's value of 16.78 is 30.2% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 14.70 vs. the industry median of 12.89, S-Pool 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 12.89, based on 719 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. S-Pool's current EV-to-FCF of 16.78 is 30.2% 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 S-Pool and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 12.89 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. S-Pool's current EV-to-FCF is 16.78, which is 14% above median its own 10-year median of 14.70. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is S-Pool stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, S-Pool (TSE:2471) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円344.73, compared to a current price of 円294.00 — trading 14.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 16.78, which is 14% above median its 10-year median of 14.70 and 30.2% above the Business Services industry median of 12.89. S-Pool's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 5 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 S-Pool (TSE:2471), the current EV-to-FCF is 16.78 as of Aug. 26, 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 S-Pool (TSE:2471) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, S-Pool stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円294.00 is trading 14.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円344.73. GuruFocus considers S-Pool to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:2471:

  • EV-to-FCF: 16.78 (14% above median its 10-year median of 14.70)
  • GF Value™: 円344.73 vs. price of 円294.00 (14.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 30.2% above the Business Services median (#440 of 719)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:2471 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


S-Pool Business Description

Address 3, No. 3 Building, No. 15 Rick Hugh Edobashi 2-chome, Tokyo, JPN
S-Pool Inc is engaged in providing business solutions and human resource solutions. The solutions offered by the company include employment support service for people with disabilities, logistics outsourcing service, sales support service, and professional talent bank service.
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