Nippon Ichi Software (TSE:3851) EV-to-FCF: 0.36 (As of Jul. 18, 2026) — 88% Below Median

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TSE:3851 Nippon Ichi Software Inc TSE:3851
60 GF Score
Price 円896.00
GF Value 円662.08
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Nippon Ichi Software EV-to-FCF?

Nippon Ichi Software TSE:3851 +0.67% 60 EV-to-FCF is 0.36 as of Jul. 18, 2026, which is 88% below its 10-year median of 3.00. GuruFocus rates TSE:3851 with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of 円662.08 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 338 Interactive Media companies, Nippon Ichi Software ranks better than 86.98% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Nippon Ichi Software's Enterprise Value is 円-46 Mil. Nippon Ichi Software's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円-129 Mil. Therefore, Nippon Ichi Software's EV-to-FCF for today is 0.36.

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

TSE:3851' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -121.49   Med: 3   Max: 14.9
Current: 0.36

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Nippon Ichi Software was 14.90. The lowest was -121.49. And the median was 3.00.

TSE:3851's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
86.98% of 338 companies
in the Interactive Media industry
Industry Median: 10.28 vs TSE:3851: 0.36

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 (2026-07-18), Nippon Ichi Software's stock price is 円896.00. Nippon Ichi Software's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円-50.510. Therefore, Nippon Ichi Software's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Nippon Ichi Software  (TSE:3851) 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.

Nippon Ichi Software's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=896.00/-50.510
=At Loss

Nippon Ichi Software's share price for today is 円896.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Nippon Ichi Software's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円-50.510.

* 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.


Nippon Ichi Software EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Nippon Ichi Software EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Nippon Ichi Software'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.

Nippon Ichi Software EV-to-FCF Chart

Nippon Ichi Software Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF
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Nippon Ichi Software 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 3.46 0.00 4.39 0.00 2.60

TSE:3851 vs NTES, EA, TTWO: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Electronic Gaming & Multimedia subindustry, Nippon Ichi Software'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.


Nippon Ichi Software EV-to-FCF vs Interactive Media Industry

For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, Nippon Ichi Software's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Nippon Ichi Software EV-to-FCF Calculation

Nippon Ichi Software's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=-46.131/-128.603
=0.36

Nippon Ichi Software's current Enterprise Value is 円-46 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Nippon Ichi Software's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円-129 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 0.36 mean?
Nippon Ichi Software (TSE:3851) has a EV-to-FCF of 0.36 as of Jul. 18, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Nippon Ichi Software and its competitors. This is 88% below median its historical median of 3.00. According to the industry distribution chart, Nippon Ichi Software ranks #44 out of 338 companies in the Interactive Media industry, placing it in the top 13%.
Is Nippon Ichi Software's EV-to-FCF too high?
Nippon Ichi Software's current EV-to-FCF of 0.36 is 88% below median its 10-year median of 3.00. The Interactive Media industry median EV-to-FCF is 10.28. Nippon Ichi Software's value of 0.36 is 96.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Nippon Ichi Software ranks #44 out of 338 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Nippon Ichi Software has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nippon Ichi Software's EV-to-FCF compare to NTES and EA?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, Nippon Ichi Software ranks #44 out of 338 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Nippon Ichi Software in the top 13% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 10.28. Nippon Ichi Software's value of 0.36 is 96.5% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 3.00 vs. the industry median of 10.28, Nippon Ichi Software 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 an Interactive Media company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Interactive Media companies is 10.28, based on 338 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. Nippon Ichi Software's current EV-to-FCF of 0.36 is 96.5% 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 Nippon Ichi Software and its competitors. For the Interactive Media industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 10.28 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Nippon Ichi Software's current EV-to-FCF is 0.36, which is 88% below median its own 10-year median of 3.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nippon Ichi Software stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nippon Ichi Software (TSE:3851) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円662.08, compared to a current price of 円896.00 — trading 35.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 0.36, which is 88% below median its 10-year median of 3.00 and 96.5% below the Interactive Media industry median of 10.28. Nippon Ichi Software's overall GF Score™ is 60/100 with 7 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 Nippon Ichi Software (TSE:3851), the current EV-to-FCF is 0.36 as of Jul. 18, 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 Nippon Ichi Software (TSE:3851) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nippon Ichi Software stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円896.00 is trading 35.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円662.08. GuruFocus considers Nippon Ichi Software to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:3851:

  • EV-to-FCF: 0.36 (88% below median its 10-year median of 3.00)
  • GF Value™: 円662.08 vs. price of 円896.00 (35.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 60/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 96.5% below the Interactive Media median (#44 of 338)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:3851 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Nippon Ichi Software Business Description

Address 3-17 Tsukiokacho, Sohara, Gifu Prefecture, Kakamigahara, JPN
Nippon Ichi Software Inc is engaged in developing, manufacturing, and selling computer software in Japan and other Asian countries, North America, and Europe. It develops software for consumer game machines, mobile game machines, mobile phones, smartphones, arcades, and produces content of various genres. Its segments include Entertainment Business and Student Dormitories & Other Businesses.
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