Moresco (TSE:5018) EV-to-FCF: 9.26 (As of Jul. 14, 2026) — 19% Below Median

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TSE:5018 Moresco Corp TSE:5018
72 GF Score
Price 円2,170.00
GF Value 円1,415.05
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Moresco EV-to-FCF?

Moresco TSE:5018 +1.97% 72 EV-to-FCF is 9.26 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 19% below its 10-year median of 11.38. GuruFocus rates TSE:5018 with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,415.05 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 923 Chemicals companies, Moresco ranks better than 78.11% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Moresco's Enterprise Value is 円20,909 Mil. Moresco's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円2,257 Mil. Therefore, Moresco's EV-to-FCF for today is 9.26.

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

TSE:5018' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -881.62   Med: 11.38   Max: 174.3
Current: 9.09

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Moresco was 174.30. The lowest was -881.62. And the median was 11.38.

TSE:5018's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
78.11% of 923 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 21.86 vs TSE:5018: 9.09

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), Moresco's stock price is 円2170.00. Moresco's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円166.186. Therefore, Moresco's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 13.06.


Moresco  (TSE:5018) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2170.00/166.186
=13.06

Moresco's share price for today is 円2170.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Moresco's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円166.186.

* 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.


Moresco EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Moresco EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Moresco'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.

Moresco EV-to-FCF Chart

Moresco Annual Data
Trend Feb17 Feb18 Feb19 Feb20 Feb21 Feb22 Feb23 Feb24 Feb25 Feb26
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 7.26 -14.38 74.68 8.63 9.33

Moresco Semi-Annual Data
Aug16 Feb17 Aug17 Feb18 Aug18 Feb19 Aug19 Feb20 Aug20 Feb21 Aug21 Feb22 Aug22 Feb23 Aug23 Feb24 Aug24 Feb25 Aug25 Feb26
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 74.68 0.00 8.63 0.00 9.33

TSE:5018 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Moresco'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.


Moresco EV-to-FCF vs Chemicals Industry

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

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


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Moresco EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=20909.481/2257
=9.26

Moresco's current Enterprise Value is 円20,909 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Moresco's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円2,257 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 9.26 mean?
Moresco (TSE:5018) has a EV-to-FCF of 9.26 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Moresco and its competitors. This is 19% below median its historical median of 11.38. According to the industry distribution chart, Moresco ranks #202 out of 923 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 21.9%.
Is Moresco's EV-to-FCF too high?
Moresco's current EV-to-FCF of 9.26 is 19% below median its 10-year median of 11.38. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.86. Moresco's value of 9.26 is 57.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Moresco ranks #202 out of 923 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Moresco has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Moresco's EV-to-FCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Moresco ranks #202 out of 923 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Moresco in the top 22% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.86. Moresco's value of 9.26 is 57.6% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 11.38 vs. the industry median of 21.86, Moresco 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. Moresco's current EV-to-FCF of 9.26 is 57.6% 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 Moresco 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. Moresco's current EV-to-FCF is 9.26, which is 19% below median its own 10-year median of 11.38. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Moresco stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Moresco (TSE:5018) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,415.05, compared to a current price of 円2,170.00 — trading 53.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 9.26, which is 19% below median its 10-year median of 11.38 and 57.6% below the Chemicals industry median of 21.86. Moresco's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 6 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 Moresco (TSE:5018), the current EV-to-FCF is 9.26 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 Moresco (TSE:5018) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Moresco stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円2,170.00 is trading 53.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,415.05. GuruFocus considers Moresco to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:5018:

  • EV-to-FCF: 9.26 (19% below median its 10-year median of 11.38)
  • GF Value™: 円1,415.05 vs. price of 円2,170.00 (53.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 57.6% below the Chemicals median (#202 of 923)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:5018 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Moresco Business Description

Address 5-5-3 Minatojima Minami-machi, Chuo-ku, Kobe, JPN, 650-0047
Moresco Corp is engaged in the development, manufacture, sale and leasing of chemical products such as special lubricants, synthetic lubricants, raw materials, hot melt adhesives and energy device related products in Japan.
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円2,170.00
Price
円1,415.05
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