NIC Autotec (TSE:5742) EV-to-FCF: 8.49 (As of Jul. 16, 2026) — 39% Below Median

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TSE:5742 NIC Autotec Inc TSE:5742
48 GF Score
Price 円720.00
GF Value 円805.12
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is NIC Autotec EV-to-FCF?

NIC Autotec TSE:5742 +0.98% 48 EV-to-FCF is 8.49 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 39% below its 10-year median of 14.01. GuruFocus rates TSE:5742 with a GF Score™ of 48/100 and a GF Value™ of 円805.12 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 444 Metals & Mining companies, NIC Autotec ranks better than 75.45% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, NIC Autotec's Enterprise Value is 円4,937 Mil. NIC Autotec's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円582 Mil. Therefore, NIC Autotec's EV-to-FCF for today is 8.49.

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

TSE:5742' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -46.59   Med: 14.01   Max: 192.34
Current: 8.43

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of NIC Autotec was 192.34. The lowest was -46.59. And the median was 14.01.

TSE:5742's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
75.45% of 444 companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: 19.09 vs TSE:5742: 8.43

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 (2026-07-16), NIC Autotec's stock price is 円720.00. NIC Autotec's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円4.468. Therefore, NIC Autotec's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 161.15.


NIC Autotec  (TSE:5742) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=720.00/4.468
=161.15

NIC Autotec's share price for today is 円720.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. NIC Autotec's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円4.468.

* 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.


NIC Autotec EV-to-FCF Related Terms


NIC Autotec EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for NIC Autotec'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.

NIC Autotec EV-to-FCF Chart

NIC Autotec Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -4.75 44.83 28.71 13.66 8.95

NIC Autotec Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
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 28.71 -26.47 13.66 0.00 8.95

TSE:5742 vs AA: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Aluminum subindustry, NIC Autotec'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.


NIC Autotec EV-to-FCF vs Metals & Mining Industry

For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, NIC Autotec's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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NIC Autotec EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=4937.180/581.832
=8.49

NIC Autotec's current Enterprise Value is 円4,937 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. NIC Autotec's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円582 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 8.49 mean?
NIC Autotec (TSE:5742) has a EV-to-FCF of 8.49 as of Jul. 16, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on NIC Autotec and its competitors. This is 39% below median its historical median of 14.01. According to the industry distribution chart, NIC Autotec ranks #109 out of 444 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 24.5%.
Is NIC Autotec's EV-to-FCF too high?
NIC Autotec's current EV-to-FCF of 8.49 is 39% below median its 10-year median of 14.01. The Metals & Mining industry median EV-to-FCF is 19.09. NIC Autotec's value of 8.49 is 55.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, NIC Autotec ranks #109 out of 444 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, NIC Autotec has a GF Score™ of 48/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does NIC Autotec's EV-to-FCF compare to AA?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, NIC Autotec ranks #109 out of 444 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places NIC Autotec in the top 25% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 19.09. NIC Autotec's value of 8.49 is 55.5% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 14.01 vs. the industry median of 19.09, NIC Autotec 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 Metals & Mining company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Metals & Mining companies is 19.09, based on 444 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. NIC Autotec's current EV-to-FCF of 8.49 is 55.5% 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 NIC Autotec and its competitors. For the Metals & Mining industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 19.09 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. NIC Autotec's current EV-to-FCF is 8.49, which is 39% below median its own 10-year median of 14.01. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is NIC Autotec stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, NIC Autotec (TSE:5742) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円805.12, compared to a current price of 円720.00 — trading 10.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 8.49, which is 39% below median its 10-year median of 14.01 and 55.5% below the Metals & Mining industry median of 19.09. NIC Autotec's overall GF Score™ is 48/100 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 NIC Autotec (TSE:5742), the current EV-to-FCF is 8.49 as of Jul. 16, 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 NIC Autotec (TSE:5742) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, NIC Autotec stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円720.00 is trading 10.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円805.12. GuruFocus considers NIC Autotec to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:5742:

  • EV-to-FCF: 8.49 (39% below median its 10-year median of 14.01)
  • GF Value™: 円805.12 vs. price of 円720.00 (10.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 48/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 55.5% below the Metals & Mining median (#109 of 444)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:5742 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


NIC Autotec Business Description

Address 255 Nagaresugi, Toyama, Toyama Prefecture, JPN, 930-0034
NIC Autotec Inc is engaged in equipment business which include factory automation and clean booth and clean room, alpha frame business which include industrial aluminium frame and system, and commercial business.
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