Waseda Academy CoTSE:4718 +0.90%85 EV-to-FCF is 11.17 as of Jul. 12, 2026, which is 3% above its 10-year median of 10.84. GuruFocus rates TSE:4718 with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of 円2,111.55 (Modestly Overvalued). Among 197 Education companies, Waseda Academy Co ranks worse than 57.36% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Waseda Academy Co's Enterprise Value is 円35,285 Mil.
Waseda Academy Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円3,158 Mil. Therefore, Waseda Academy Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 11.17.
The historical rank and industry rank for Waseda Academy Co's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
TSE:4718'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.96 Med: 10.84 Max: 44.31
Current: 11.17
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Waseda Academy Co was 44.31. The lowest was 4.96. And the median was 10.84.
TSE:4718's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 57.36% of 197
companies
in the Education industry
Industry Median: 9.44
vs TSE:4718: 11.17
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.
Waseda Academy Co (TSE:4718) 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.
Waseda Academy Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Waseda Academy Co's share price for today is 円2455.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Waseda Academy Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円134.610.
* 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.
Waseda Academy Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Waseda Academy Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Waseda Academy 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.
For the Education & Training Services subindustry, Waseda Academy 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.
Waseda Academy Co EV-to-FCF vs Education Industry
For the Education industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Waseda Academy Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Waseda Academy Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Waseda Academy Co's current Enterprise Value is 円35,285 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Waseda Academy Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円3,158 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.
Waseda Academy Co (TSE:4718) has a EV-to-FCF of 11.17 as of Jul. 12, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Waseda Academy Co and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 10.84. Over the past decade, Waseda Academy Co's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 4.96 to 44.31. According to the industry distribution chart, Waseda Academy Co ranks #113 out of 197 companies in the Education industry, placing it in the top 57.4%.
Is Waseda Academy Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Waseda Academy Co's current EV-to-FCF of 11.17 is near median its 10-year median of 10.84. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.96 to a high of 44.31. The Education industry median EV-to-FCF is 9.44. Waseda Academy Co's value of 11.17 is 18.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Waseda Academy Co ranks #113 out of 197 companies in the Education industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Waseda Academy Co has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Waseda Academy Co's EV-to-FCF compare to EDU and TAL?
According to the Education industry distribution chart, Waseda Academy Co ranks #113 out of 197 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Waseda Academy Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 9.44. Waseda Academy Co's value of 11.17 is 18.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Waseda Academy Co's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 4.96 to 44.31 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.84 vs. the industry median of 9.44, Waseda Academy Co 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 an Education company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Education companies is 9.44, based on 197 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. Waseda Academy Co's current EV-to-FCF of 11.17 is 18.3% 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 Waseda Academy Co and its competitors. For the Education industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 9.44 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Waseda Academy Co's current EV-to-FCF is 11.17, which is near median its own 10-year median of 10.84. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Waseda Academy Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Waseda Academy Co (TSE:4718) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円2,111.55, compared to a current price of 円2,455.00 — trading 16.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 11.17, which is near median its 10-year median of 10.84 and 18.3% above the Education industry median of 9.44. Waseda Academy Co's overall GF Score™ is 85/100. 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 Waseda Academy Co (TSE:4718), the current EV-to-FCF is 11.17 as of Jul. 12, 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 Waseda Academy Co (TSE:4718) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Waseda Academy Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of 円2,455.00 is trading 16.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円2,111.55.
GuruFocus considers Waseda Academy Co to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:4718:
EV-to-FCF: 11.17 (near median its 10-year median of 10.84)
GF Value™: 円2,111.55 vs. price of 円2,455.00 (16.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 18.3% above the Education median (#113 of 197)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:4718 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
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