Tohoku Steel Co (TSE:5484) EV-to-FCF: 10.66 (As of Jul. 07, 2026) — 143% Above Median


TSE:5484 Tohoku Steel Co Ltd TSE:5484
60 GF Score
Price 円4,450.00
GF Value 円1,987.04
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is Tohoku Steel Co EV-to-FCF?

Tohoku Steel Co TSE:5484 60 EV-to-FCF is 10.66 as of Jul. 07, 2026, which is 143% above its 10-year median of 4.39. GuruFocus rates TSE:5484 with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,987.04 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 359 Steel companies, Tohoku Steel Co ranks better than 63.79% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Tohoku Steel Co's Enterprise Value is 円22,044 Mil. Tohoku Steel Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円2,068 Mil. Therefore, Tohoku Steel Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 10.66.

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

TSE:5484' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -23.22   Med: 4.39   Max: 29.4
Current: 10.66

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Tohoku Steel Co was 29.40. The lowest was -23.22. And the median was 4.39.

TSE:5484's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
63.79% of 359 companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 16.04 vs TSE:5484: 10.66

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 (2026-07-07), Tohoku Steel Co's stock price is 円4450.00. Tohoku Steel Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円171.740. Therefore, Tohoku Steel Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 25.91.


Tohoku Steel Co  (TSE:5484) 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.

Tohoku Steel Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=4450.00/171.740
=25.91

Tohoku Steel Co's share price for today is 円4450.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Tohoku Steel Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円171.740.

* 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.


Tohoku Steel Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Tohoku Steel Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Tohoku Steel 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.

Tohoku Steel Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Tohoku Steel Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF
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Tohoku Steel Co Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
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TSE:5484 vs NUE, STLD, RS: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Tohoku Steel 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.


Tohoku Steel Co EV-to-FCF vs Steel Industry

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

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


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Tohoku Steel Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

Tohoku Steel Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=22043.585/2067.692
=10.66

Tohoku Steel Co's current Enterprise Value is 円22,044 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Tohoku Steel Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円2,068 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 10.66 mean?
Tohoku Steel Co (TSE:5484) has a EV-to-FCF of 10.66 as of Jul. 07, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Tohoku Steel Co and its competitors. This is 143% above median its historical median of 4.39. According to the industry distribution chart, Tohoku Steel Co ranks #130 out of 359 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 36.2%.
Is Tohoku Steel Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Tohoku Steel Co's current EV-to-FCF of 10.66 is 143% above median its 10-year median of 4.39. The Steel industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.04. Tohoku Steel Co's value of 10.66 is 33.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Tohoku Steel Co ranks #130 out of 359 companies in the Steel industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Tohoku Steel Co has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Tohoku Steel Co's EV-to-FCF compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Tohoku Steel Co ranks #130 out of 359 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Tohoku Steel Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.04. Tohoku Steel Co's value of 10.66 is 33.5% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 4.39 vs. the industry median of 16.04, Tohoku Steel 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 16.04, 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. Tohoku Steel Co's current EV-to-FCF of 10.66 is 33.5% 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 Tohoku Steel Co and its competitors. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 16.04 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Tohoku Steel Co's current EV-to-FCF is 10.66, which is 143% above median its own 10-year median of 4.39. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Tohoku Steel Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tohoku Steel Co (TSE:5484) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,987.04, compared to a current price of 円4,450.00 — trading 124% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 10.66, which is 143% above median its 10-year median of 4.39 and 33.5% below the Steel industry median of 16.04. Tohoku Steel Co's overall GF Score™ is 60/100 with 9 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 Tohoku Steel Co (TSE:5484), the current EV-to-FCF is 10.66 as of Jul. 07, 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 Tohoku Steel Co (TSE:5484) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tohoku Steel Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円4,450.00 is trading 124% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,987.04. GuruFocus considers Tohoku Steel Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:5484:

  • EV-to-FCF: 10.66 (143% above median its 10-year median of 4.39)
  • GF Value™: 円1,987.04 vs. price of 円4,450.00 (124% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 60/100 with 9 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 33.5% below the Steel median (#130 of 359)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:5484 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Tohoku Steel Co Business Description

Address 23 Nishigaoka, Murata-machi, Shibata-gun, Miyagi, Murata, JPN, 989-1393
Tohoku Steel Co Ltd is engaged in manufacturing, processing, and distribution of various types of special steel. It provides magnetic materials, heat-resistant alloys, anti-corrosion alloys, low thermal expansion materials, electronic materials, base materials for deposition, and sealing materials.
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円4,450.00
Price
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GF Value