Sekisui Kasei Co (TSE:4228) EV-to-FCF: 21.77 (As of Jul. 14, 2026) — 11% Above Median

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TSE:4228 Sekisui Kasei Co Ltd TSE:4228
53 GF Score
Price 円507.00
GF Value 円358.97
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is Sekisui Kasei Co EV-to-FCF?

Sekisui Kasei Co TSE:4228 -2.69% 53 EV-to-FCF is 21.77 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 11% above its 10-year median of 19.54. GuruFocus rates TSE:4228 with a GF Score™ of 53/100 and a GF Value™ of 円358.97 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 923 Chemicals companies, Sekisui Kasei Co ranks worse than 50.27% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Sekisui Kasei Co's Enterprise Value is 円53,091 Mil. Sekisui Kasei Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円2,439 Mil. Therefore, Sekisui Kasei Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 21.77.

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

TSE:4228' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -230.87   Med: 19.54   Max: 1269.19
Current: 22.03

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Sekisui Kasei Co was 1269.19. The lowest was -230.87. And the median was 19.54.

TSE:4228's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
50.27% of 923 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 21.86 vs TSE:4228: 22.03

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), Sekisui Kasei Co's stock price is 円507.00. Sekisui Kasei Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円46.939. Therefore, Sekisui Kasei Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 10.80.


Sekisui Kasei Co  (TSE:4228) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=507.00/46.939
=10.80

Sekisui Kasei Co's share price for today is 円507.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sekisui Kasei Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円46.939.

* 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.


Sekisui Kasei Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Sekisui Kasei Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sekisui Kasei 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.

Sekisui Kasei Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Sekisui Kasei Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF
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Sekisui Kasei Co 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 14.29 12.77 -33.41 0.00 20.37

TSE:4228 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Sekisui Kasei 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.


Sekisui Kasei Co EV-to-FCF vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Sekisui Kasei Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Sekisui Kasei Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=53090.967/2439
=21.77

Sekisui Kasei Co's current Enterprise Value is 円53,091 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sekisui Kasei Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円2,439 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 21.77 mean?
Sekisui Kasei Co (TSE:4228) has a EV-to-FCF of 21.77 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Sekisui Kasei Co and its competitors. This is 11% above median its historical median of 19.54. According to the industry distribution chart, Sekisui Kasei Co ranks #464 out of 923 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 50.3%.
Is Sekisui Kasei Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Sekisui Kasei Co's current EV-to-FCF of 21.77 is 11% above median its 10-year median of 19.54. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.86. Sekisui Kasei Co's value of 21.77 is 0.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sekisui Kasei Co ranks #464 out of 923 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Sekisui Kasei Co has a GF Score™ of 53/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sekisui Kasei Co's EV-to-FCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Sekisui Kasei Co ranks #464 out of 923 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Sekisui Kasei Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.86. Sekisui Kasei Co's value of 21.77 is 0.4% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 19.54 vs. the industry median of 21.86, Sekisui Kasei 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Chemicals companies is 21.86, based on 923 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. Sekisui Kasei Co's current EV-to-FCF of 21.77 is 0.4% 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 Sekisui Kasei Co and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 21.86 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sekisui Kasei Co's current EV-to-FCF is 21.77, which is 11% above median its own 10-year median of 19.54. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sekisui Kasei Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sekisui Kasei Co (TSE:4228) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円358.97, compared to a current price of 円507.00 — trading 41.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 21.77, which is 11% above median its 10-year median of 19.54 and 0.4% below the Chemicals industry median of 21.86. Sekisui Kasei Co's overall GF Score™ is 53/100 with 9 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 Sekisui Kasei Co (TSE:4228), the current EV-to-FCF is 21.77 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 Sekisui Kasei Co (TSE:4228) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sekisui Kasei Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円507.00 is trading 41.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円358.97. GuruFocus considers Sekisui Kasei Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:4228:

  • EV-to-FCF: 21.77 (11% above median its 10-year median of 19.54)
  • GF Value™: 円358.97 vs. price of 円507.00 (41.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 53/100 with 9 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 0.4% below the Chemicals median (#464 of 923)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:4228 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Sekisui Kasei Co Business Description

Address 2-4-4 Nishitenma, Kita-ku, Osaka, JPN, 530-8565
Sekisui Kasei Co Ltd is a plastic provider solution company. The company is engaged in manufacture and sale of foamed plastic and other plastic products. It operates in two segments, Human Life, and Industry. The products in human life segment include Eslen beads, Eslen sheet, Eslen wood, Interforms, ES molded products such as ES Dan mat, Eslen block used in agricultural and fishery materials, food packaging materials, distribution materials, construction materials, civil engineering materials. The products in Industry segment are Pioceran, Literon, Neomicrolen, Serpet, Techpolymer, Technogel, Techheater, Elastil, Formac, ST-LAYER used in automotive materials, vehicle parts packaging, industrial materials, industrial packaging, electronic component materials, medical and health materials.
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