Showa Paxxs (TSE:3954) EV-to-FCF: 4.41 (As of Jul. 22, 2026) — 48% Above Median

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TSE:3954 Showa Paxxs Corp TSE:3954
53 GF Score
Price 円2,845.00
GF Value 円2,025.57
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Showa Paxxs EV-to-FCF?

Showa Paxxs TSE:3954 53 EV-to-FCF is 4.41 as of Jul. 22, 2026, which is 48% above its 10-year median of 2.98. GuruFocus rates TSE:3954 with a GF Score™ of 53/100 and a GF Value™ of 円2,025.57 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 242 Packaging & Containers companies, Showa Paxxs ranks better than 88.02% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Showa Paxxs's Enterprise Value is 円4,813 Mil. Showa Paxxs's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,092 Mil. Therefore, Showa Paxxs's EV-to-FCF for today is 4.41.

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

TSE:3954' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -80.6   Med: 2.98   Max: 11.46
Current: 4.43

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Showa Paxxs was 11.46. The lowest was -80.60. And the median was 2.98.

TSE:3954's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
88.02% of 242 companies
in the Packaging & Containers industry
Industry Median: 16.62 vs TSE:3954: 4.43

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 (2026-07-22), Showa Paxxs's stock price is 円2845.00. Showa Paxxs's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円292.290. Therefore, Showa Paxxs's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 9.73.


Showa Paxxs  (TSE:3954) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2845.00/292.290
=9.73

Showa Paxxs's share price for today is 円2845.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Showa Paxxs's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円292.290.

* 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.


Showa Paxxs EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Showa Paxxs EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Showa Paxxs'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.

Showa Paxxs EV-to-FCF Chart

Showa Paxxs 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 0.69 -32.25 6.88 1.32 4.95

Showa Paxxs 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 6.88 0.00 1.32 0.00 4.95

TSE:3954 vs SW, PKG, IP: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Packaging & Containers subindustry, Showa Paxxs'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.


Showa Paxxs EV-to-FCF vs Packaging & Containers Industry

For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Showa Paxxs's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


TSE:3954
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Showa Paxxs EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=4813.405/1091.876
=4.41

Showa Paxxs's current Enterprise Value is 円4,813 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Showa Paxxs's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,092 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 4.41 mean?
Showa Paxxs (TSE:3954) has a EV-to-FCF of 4.41 as of Jul. 22, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Showa Paxxs and its competitors. This is 48% above median its historical median of 2.98. According to the industry distribution chart, Showa Paxxs ranks #29 out of 242 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, placing it in the top 12%.
Is Showa Paxxs' EV-to-FCF too high?
Showa Paxxs' current EV-to-FCF of 4.41 is 48% above median its 10-year median of 2.98. The Packaging & Containers industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.62. Showa Paxxs' value of 4.41 is 73.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Showa Paxxs ranks #29 out of 242 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Showa Paxxs has a GF Score™ of 53/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Showa Paxxs' EV-to-FCF compare to SW and PKG?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, Showa Paxxs ranks #29 out of 242 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Showa Paxxs in the top 12% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.62. Showa Paxxs' value of 4.41 is 73.5% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 2.98 vs. the industry median of 16.62, Showa Paxxs 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 Packaging & Containers company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Packaging & Containers companies is 16.62, based on 242 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. Showa Paxxs's current EV-to-FCF of 4.41 is 73.5% 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 Showa Paxxs and its competitors. For the Packaging & Containers industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 16.62 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Showa Paxxs's current EV-to-FCF is 4.41, which is 48% above median its own 10-year median of 2.98. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Showa Paxxs stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Showa Paxxs (TSE:3954) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円2,025.57, compared to a current price of 円2,845.00 — trading 40.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 4.41, which is 48% above median its 10-year median of 2.98 and 73.5% below the Packaging & Containers industry median of 16.62. Showa Paxxs' overall GF Score™ is 53/100 with 2 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 Showa Paxxs (TSE:3954), the current EV-to-FCF is 4.41 as of Jul. 22, 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 Showa Paxxs (TSE:3954) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Showa Paxxs stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円2,845.00 is trading 40.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円2,025.57. GuruFocus considers Showa Paxxs to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:3954:

  • EV-to-FCF: 4.41 (48% above median its 10-year median of 2.98)
  • GF Value™: 円2,025.57 vs. price of 円2,845.00 (40.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 53/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 73.5% below the Packaging & Containers median (#29 of 242)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:3954 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Showa Paxxs Business Description

Address 2-12 Ichigayahonmura-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 162-0845
Showa Paxxs Corporation is an industrial packaging container manufacturer. It is engaged in manufacturing and selling packaging materials and containers. The products offered by the company include heavy wrapping paper bags, containers, film, and packaging machine equipment systems.
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