SOFT99 (TSE:4464) EV-to-FCF: 28.74 (As of Jul. 23, 2026) — Near Median

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TSE:4464 SOFT99 Corp TSE:4464
63 GF Score
Price 円3,560.00
GF Value 円1,578.29
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is SOFT99 EV-to-FCF?

SOFT99 TSE:4464 63 EV-to-FCF is 28.74 as of Jul. 23, 2026, which is 6% above its 10-year median of 27.04. GuruFocus rates TSE:4464 with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,578.29 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 927 Chemicals companies, SOFT99 ranks worse than 60.95% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, SOFT99's Enterprise Value is 円52,286 Mil. SOFT99's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,819 Mil. Therefore, SOFT99's EV-to-FCF for today is 28.74.

The historical rank and industry rank for SOFT99's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

TSE:4464' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -47.16   Med: 27.04   Max: 1987.61
Current: 28.62

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of SOFT99 was 1987.61. The lowest was -47.16. And the median was 27.04.

TSE:4464's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
60.95% of 927 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 21.44 vs TSE:4464: 28.62

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 (2026-07-23), SOFT99's stock price is 円3560.00. SOFT99's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円137.650. Therefore, SOFT99's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 25.86.


SOFT99  (TSE:4464) 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.

SOFT99's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=3560.00/137.650
=25.86

SOFT99's share price for today is 円3560.00.
SOFT99's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円137.650.

* 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.


SOFT99 EV-to-FCF Related Terms


SOFT99 EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for SOFT99'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.

SOFT99 EV-to-FCF Chart

SOFT99 Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF
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SOFT99 Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 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 5.27 13.69 535.17 1,936.32 29.57

TSE:4464 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, SOFT99'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.


SOFT99 EV-to-FCF vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, SOFT99's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where SOFT99's EV-to-FCF falls into.


TSE:4464
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SOFT99 EV-to-FCF Calculation

SOFT99's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=52286.368/1819.096
=28.74

SOFT99's current Enterprise Value is 円52,286 Mil.
SOFT99's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円1,819 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 28.74 mean?
SOFT99 (TSE:4464) has a EV-to-FCF of 28.74 as of Jul. 23, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on SOFT99 and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 27.04. According to the industry distribution chart, SOFT99 ranks #565 out of 927 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 60.9%.
Is SOFT99's EV-to-FCF too high?
SOFT99's current EV-to-FCF of 28.74 is near median its 10-year median of 27.04. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.44. SOFT99's value of 28.74 is 34% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, SOFT99 ranks #565 out of 927 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, SOFT99 has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does SOFT99's EV-to-FCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, SOFT99 ranks #565 out of 927 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places SOFT99 in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.44. SOFT99's value of 28.74 is 34% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 27.04 vs. the industry median of 21.44, SOFT99 has consistently been above 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 21.44, 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. SOFT99's current EV-to-FCF of 28.74 is 34% above 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 SOFT99 and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 21.44 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. SOFT99's current EV-to-FCF is 28.74, which is near median its own 10-year median of 27.04. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is SOFT99 stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SOFT99 (TSE:4464) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,578.29, compared to a current price of 円3,560.00 — trading 125.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 28.74, which is near median its 10-year median of 27.04 and 34% above the Chemicals industry median of 21.44. SOFT99's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 1 warning sign 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 SOFT99 (TSE:4464), the current EV-to-FCF is 28.74 as of Jul. 23, 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 SOFT99 (TSE:4464) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SOFT99 stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円3,560.00 is trading 125.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,578.29. GuruFocus considers SOFT99 to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:4464:

  • EV-to-FCF: 28.74 (near median its 10-year median of 27.04)
  • GF Value™: 円1,578.29 vs. price of 円3,560.00 (125.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 34% above the Chemicals median (#565 of 927)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:4464 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


SOFT99 Business Description

Address 2-6-5 Tanimachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, JPN, 540-0012
SOFT99 Corp is engaged in the manufacturing and sale of chemical products for auto and home care products. It offers products such as water block wax, cleaners, shampoo, car wash equipment, GlACO water repellant series, DIY repair paint and chemical products, synthetic snow tire chain, air freshener, eye glass cleaner and home care products. The products are exported to China, Taiwan, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Russia, Ukraine, Germany, Poland, United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, U.S.A, Brazil, Paraguay, Australia, and others.
63GF Score

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円3,560.00
Price
円1,578.29
GF Value