Hobonichi Co (TSE:3560) EV-to-FCF: 12.40 (As of Jul. 14, 2026) — 71% Below Median

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TSE:3560 Hobonichi Co Ltd TSE:3560
90 GF Score
Price 円4,200.00
GF Value 円4,448.20
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Hobonichi Co EV-to-FCF?

Hobonichi Co TSE:3560 -6.87% 90 EV-to-FCF is 12.40 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 71% below its 10-year median of 42.50. GuruFocus rates TSE:3560 with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of 円4,448.20 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 773 Retail - Cyclical companies, Hobonichi Co ranks better than 51.23% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Hobonichi Co's Enterprise Value is 円9,003 Mil. Hobonichi Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円726 Mil. Therefore, Hobonichi Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 12.40.

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

TSE:3560' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -204.43   Med: 42.5   Max: 328.12
Current: 13.4

During the past 11 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Hobonichi Co was 328.12. The lowest was -204.43. And the median was 42.50.

TSE:3560's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
51.23% of 773 companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 14.13 vs TSE:3560: 13.40

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), Hobonichi Co's stock price is 円4200.00. Hobonichi Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円399.350. Therefore, Hobonichi Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 10.52.


Hobonichi Co  (TSE:3560) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=4200.00/399.350
=10.52

Hobonichi Co's share price for today is 円4200.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Hobonichi Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円399.350.

* 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.


Hobonichi Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Hobonichi Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hobonichi 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.

Hobonichi Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Hobonichi Co Annual Data
Trend Aug16 Aug17 Aug18 Aug19 Aug20 Aug21 Aug22 Aug23 Aug24 Aug25
EV-to-FCF
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Hobonichi Co Semi-Annual Data
Aug16 Feb17 Aug17 Feb18 Aug18 Feb19 Aug19 Feb20 Aug20 Feb21 Aug21 Feb22 Aug22 Feb23 Aug23 Feb24 Aug24 Feb25 Aug25 Feb26
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TSE:3560 vs CASY, WSM, DKS: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Specialty Retail subindustry, Hobonichi 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.


Hobonichi Co EV-to-FCF vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Hobonichi Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Hobonichi Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=9003.213/725.779
=12.40

Hobonichi Co's current Enterprise Value is 円9,003 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Hobonichi Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円726 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 12.40 mean?
Hobonichi Co (TSE:3560) has a EV-to-FCF of 12.40 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Hobonichi Co and its competitors. This is 71% below median its historical median of 42.50. According to the industry distribution chart, Hobonichi Co ranks #377 out of 773 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 48.8%.
Is Hobonichi Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Hobonichi Co's current EV-to-FCF of 12.40 is 71% below median its 10-year median of 42.50. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.13. Hobonichi Co's value of 12.40 is 12.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hobonichi Co ranks #377 out of 773 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Hobonichi Co has a GF Score™ of 90/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hobonichi Co's EV-to-FCF compare to CASY and WSM?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Hobonichi Co ranks #377 out of 773 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Hobonichi Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.13. Hobonichi Co's value of 12.40 is 12.2% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 42.50 vs. the industry median of 14.13, Hobonichi 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Retail - Cyclical companies is 14.13, based on 773 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. Hobonichi Co's current EV-to-FCF of 12.40 is 12.2% 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 Hobonichi Co and its competitors. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.13 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hobonichi Co's current EV-to-FCF is 12.40, which is 71% below median its own 10-year median of 42.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hobonichi Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hobonichi Co (TSE:3560) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円4,448.20, compared to a current price of 円4,200.00 — trading 5.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 12.40, which is 71% below median its 10-year median of 42.50 and 12.2% below the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 14.13. Hobonichi Co's overall GF Score™ is 90/100 with 4 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 Hobonichi Co (TSE:3560), the current EV-to-FCF is 12.40 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 Hobonichi Co (TSE:3560) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hobonichi Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円4,200.00 is trading 5.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円4,448.20. GuruFocus considers Hobonichi Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:3560:

  • EV-to-FCF: 12.40 (71% below median its 10-year median of 42.50)
  • GF Value™: 円4,448.20 vs. price of 円4,200.00 (5.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 90/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 12.2% below the Retail - Cyclical median (#377 of 773)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:3560 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hobonichi Co Business Description

Address 18-3 Kanda Nishikicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 107-0061
Hobonichi Co Ltd is an internet based content development and delivery company. It also provides product development and sales.
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円4,200.00
Price
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