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EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Sanyo Chemical Industries's Enterprise Value is 円81,067 Mil.
Sanyo Chemical Industries's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円20,206 Mil. Therefore, Sanyo Chemical Industries's EV-to-FCF for today is 4.01.
The historical rank and industry rank for Sanyo Chemical Industries's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
TSE:4471'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.61 Med: 5.81 Max: 10.86
Current: 3.94
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Sanyo Chemical Industries was 10.86. The lowest was 3.61. And the median was 5.81.
TSE:4471's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 93.07% of 923
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 21.86
vs TSE:4471: 3.94
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.
Sanyo Chemical Industries (TSE:4471) 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.
Sanyo Chemical Industries's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Sanyo Chemical Industries's share price for today is 円4945.00.
Sanyo Chemical Industries'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706.890.
* 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.
Sanyo Chemical Industries EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Sanyo Chemical Industries EV-to-FCF Historical Data
* 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.
For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Sanyo Chemical Industries'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.
Sanyo Chemical Industries EV-to-FCF vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Sanyo Chemical Industries's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Sanyo Chemical Industries's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Sanyo Chemical Industries's current Enterprise Value is 円81,067 Mil.
Sanyo Chemical Industries'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20,206 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.
Sanyo Chemical Industries (TSE:4471) has a EV-to-FCF of 4.01 as of Jul. 15, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Sanyo Chemical Industries and its competitors. This is 31% below median its historical median of 5.81. Over the past decade, Sanyo Chemical Industries' EV-to-FCF has ranged from 3.61 to 10.86. According to the industry distribution chart, Sanyo Chemical Industries ranks #64 out of 923 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 6.9%.
Is Sanyo Chemical Industries' EV-to-FCF too high?
Sanyo Chemical Industries' current EV-to-FCF of 4.01 is 31% below median its 10-year median of 5.81. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.61 to a high of 10.86. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.86. Sanyo Chemical Industries' value of 4.01 is 81.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sanyo Chemical Industries ranks #64 out of 923 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Sanyo Chemical Industries has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sanyo Chemical Industries' EV-to-FCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Sanyo Chemical Industries ranks #64 out of 923 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Sanyo Chemical Industries in the top 7% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.86. Sanyo Chemical Industries' value of 4.01 is 81.7% below this benchmark. Historically, Sanyo Chemical Industries' own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 3.61 to 10.86 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.81 vs. the industry median of 21.86, Sanyo Chemical Industries 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. Sanyo Chemical Industries's current EV-to-FCF of 4.01 is 81.7% 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 Sanyo Chemical Industries 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. Sanyo Chemical Industries's current EV-to-FCF is 4.01, which is 31% below median its own 10-year median of 5.81. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sanyo Chemical Industries stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sanyo Chemical Industries (TSE:4471) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円3,387.47, compared to a current price of 円4,945.00 — trading 46% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 4.01, which is 31% below median its 10-year median of 5.81 and 81.7% below the Chemicals industry median of 21.86. Sanyo Chemical Industries' overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 4 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 Sanyo Chemical Industries (TSE:4471), the current EV-to-FCF is 4.01 as of Jul. 15, 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 Sanyo Chemical Industries (TSE:4471) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sanyo Chemical Industries stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of 円4,945.00 is trading 46% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円3,387.47.
GuruFocus considers Sanyo Chemical Industries to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:4471:
EV-to-FCF: 4.01 (31% below median its 10-year median of 5.81)
GF Value™: 円3,387.47 vs. price of 円4,945.00 (46% above fair value)
Industry Position: 81.7% below the Chemicals median (#64 of 923)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:4471 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Sanyo Chemical Industries Ltd manufactures and sells a variety of chemicals and chemical-based products. The company organizes its operations into four primary segments based on product type. The toiletries and health care segment, which generates the most revenue of any segment, sells disposable baby diapers, surfactants used to produce hair care products and detergents, and base materials for cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. The petroleum and automotives segment sells polyurethane used to produce automobile seats and interior components as well as fuel additives. The plastics and textiles and information and electronics segment sells a variety of plastic products for consumers as well as the transportation and electronics industries. The majority of revenue comes from Japan.
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