Sun A.Kaken Co (TSE:4234) EV-to-FCF: 6.32 (As of Jul. 16, 2026) — 33% Above Median

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TSE:4234 Sun A.Kaken Co Ltd TSE:4234
51 GF Score
Price 円693.00
GF Value 円667.46
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Sun A.Kaken Co EV-to-FCF?

Sun A.Kaken Co TSE:4234 -0.72% 51 EV-to-FCF is 6.32 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 33% above its 10-year median of 4.75. GuruFocus rates TSE:4234 with a GF Score™ of 51/100 and a GF Value™ of 円667.46 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 927 Chemicals companies, Sun A.Kaken Co ranks better than 86.84% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Sun A.Kaken Co's Enterprise Value is 円6,533 Mil. Sun A.Kaken Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,034 Mil. Therefore, Sun A.Kaken Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 6.32.

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

TSE:4234' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -7.94   Med: 4.75   Max: 8.24
Current: 6.38

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Sun A.Kaken Co was 8.24. The lowest was -7.94. And the median was 4.75.

TSE:4234's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
86.84% of 927 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 21.63 vs TSE:4234: 6.38

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 (2026-07-16), Sun A.Kaken Co's stock price is 円693.00. Sun A.Kaken Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円99.573. Therefore, Sun A.Kaken Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 6.96.


Sun A.Kaken Co  (TSE:4234) 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.

Sun A.Kaken Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=693.00/99.573
=6.96

Sun A.Kaken Co's share price for today is 円693.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sun A.Kaken Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円99.573.

* 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.


Sun A.Kaken Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Sun A.Kaken Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sun A.Kaken 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.

Sun A.Kaken Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Sun A.Kaken Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF
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Sun A.Kaken Co Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
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TSE:4234 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Sun A.Kaken 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.


Sun A.Kaken Co EV-to-FCF vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Sun A.Kaken Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Sun A.Kaken Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

Sun A.Kaken Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=6533.384/1033.901
=6.32

Sun A.Kaken Co's current Enterprise Value is 円6,533 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sun A.Kaken Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,034 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 6.32 mean?
Sun A.Kaken Co (TSE:4234) has a EV-to-FCF of 6.32 as of Jul. 16, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Sun A.Kaken Co and its competitors. This is 33% above median its historical median of 4.75. According to the industry distribution chart, Sun A.Kaken Co ranks #122 out of 927 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 13.2%.
Is Sun A.Kaken Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Sun A.Kaken Co's current EV-to-FCF of 6.32 is 33% above median its 10-year median of 4.75. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.63. Sun A.Kaken Co's value of 6.32 is 70.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sun A.Kaken Co ranks #122 out of 927 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Sun A.Kaken Co has a GF Score™ of 51/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sun A.Kaken Co's EV-to-FCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Sun A.Kaken Co ranks #122 out of 927 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Sun A.Kaken Co in the top 13% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.63. Sun A.Kaken Co's value of 6.32 is 70.8% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 4.75 vs. the industry median of 21.63, Sun A.Kaken 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 21.63, based on 927 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. Sun A.Kaken Co's current EV-to-FCF of 6.32 is 70.8% 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 Sun A.Kaken Co and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 21.63 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sun A.Kaken Co's current EV-to-FCF is 6.32, which is 33% above median its own 10-year median of 4.75. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sun A.Kaken Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sun A.Kaken Co (TSE:4234) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円667.46, compared to a current price of 円693.00 — trading 3.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 6.32, which is 33% above median its 10-year median of 4.75 and 70.8% below the Chemicals industry median of 21.63. Sun A.Kaken Co's overall GF Score™ is 51/100 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 Sun A.Kaken Co (TSE:4234), the current EV-to-FCF is 6.32 as of Jul. 16, 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 Sun A.Kaken Co (TSE:4234) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sun A.Kaken Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円693.00 is trading 3.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円667.46. GuruFocus considers Sun A.Kaken Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:4234:

  • EV-to-FCF: 6.32 (33% above median its 10-year median of 4.75)
  • GF Value™: 円667.46 vs. price of 円693.00 (3.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 51/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 70.8% below the Chemicals median (#122 of 927)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:4234 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Sun A.Kaken Co Business Description

Address 1-7-4, Nihonbashi Honcho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, JPN
Sun A.Kaken Co Ltd manufactures and sells various plastic composite products, packaging materials, and industrial materials. The Company's products are used in wrapping materials for medicines and foods, adhesive tapes, and protective films. It's products such as light packaging materials mainly made of paper, plastic, metal foil.
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