HOKUETSU METAL CoTSE:5446 61 EV-to-FCF is 6.18 as of Jul. 09, 2026, which is 200% above its 10-year median of 2.06. GuruFocus rates TSE:5446 with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,100.70 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 359 Steel companies, HOKUETSU METAL Co ranks better than 77.99% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, HOKUETSU METAL Co's Enterprise Value is 円4,325 Mil.
HOKUETSU METAL Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円700 Mil. Therefore, HOKUETSU METAL Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 6.18.
The historical rank and industry rank for HOKUETSU METAL Co's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
TSE:5446'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -17.62 Med: 2.06 Max: 14.44
Current: 6.34
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of HOKUETSU METAL Co was 14.44. The lowest was -17.62. And the median was 2.06.
TSE:5446's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 77.99% of 359
companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 15.94
vs TSE:5446: 6.34
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.
HOKUETSU METAL Co (TSE:5446) 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.
HOKUETSU METAL Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
HOKUETSU METAL Co's share price for today is 円1140.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. HOKUETSU METAL Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円-88.010.
* 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.
HOKUETSU METAL Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms
HOKUETSU METAL Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for HOKUETSU METAL 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 Steel subindustry, HOKUETSU METAL 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.
HOKUETSU METAL Co EV-to-FCF vs Steel Industry
For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, HOKUETSU METAL Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where HOKUETSU METAL Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.
HOKUETSU METAL Co's current Enterprise Value is 円4,325 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. HOKUETSU METAL Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円700 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.
HOKUETSU METAL Co (TSE:5446) has a EV-to-FCF of 6.18 as of Jul. 09, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on HOKUETSU METAL Co and its competitors. This is 200% above median its historical median of 2.06. According to the industry distribution chart, HOKUETSU METAL Co ranks #79 out of 359 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 22%.
Is HOKUETSU METAL Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
HOKUETSU METAL Co's current EV-to-FCF of 6.18 is 200% above median its 10-year median of 2.06. The Steel industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.94. HOKUETSU METAL Co's value of 6.18 is 61.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, HOKUETSU METAL Co ranks #79 out of 359 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, HOKUETSU METAL Co has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HOKUETSU METAL Co's EV-to-FCF compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, HOKUETSU METAL Co ranks #79 out of 359 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places HOKUETSU METAL Co in the top 22% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.94. HOKUETSU METAL Co's value of 6.18 is 61.2% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 2.06 vs. the industry median of 15.94, HOKUETSU METAL 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 Steel company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Steel companies is 15.94, based on 359 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. HOKUETSU METAL Co's current EV-to-FCF of 6.18 is 61.2% 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 HOKUETSU METAL Co and its competitors. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.94 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. HOKUETSU METAL Co's current EV-to-FCF is 6.18, which is 200% above median its own 10-year median of 2.06. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is HOKUETSU METAL Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HOKUETSU METAL Co (TSE:5446) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,100.70, compared to a current price of 円1,140.00 — trading 3.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 6.18, which is 200% above median its 10-year median of 2.06 and 61.2% below the Steel industry median of 15.94. HOKUETSU METAL Co's overall GF Score™ is 61/100 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 HOKUETSU METAL Co (TSE:5446), the current EV-to-FCF is 6.18 as of Jul. 09, 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 HOKUETSU METAL Co (TSE:5446) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HOKUETSU METAL Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of 円1,140.00 is trading 3.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,100.70.
GuruFocus considers HOKUETSU METAL Co to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:5446:
EV-to-FCF: 6.18 (200% above median its 10-year median of 2.06)
GF Value™: 円1,100.70 vs. price of 円1,140.00 (3.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 61.2% below the Steel median (#79 of 359)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:5446 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
HOKUETSU METAL Co Ltd operates in the iron and steel industry. The principal business activities of the company include the manufacturing and processing of primary products such as steel, non-base metals and alloys, steel structures, and various other mechanical devices.
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