Chugokukogyo Co (TSE:5974) EV-to-FCF: 8.69 (As of Aug. 06, 2026) — 39% Below Median

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TSE:5974 Chugokukogyo Co Ltd TSE:5974
59 GF Score
Price 円850.00
GF Value 円637.17
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Chugokukogyo Co EV-to-FCF?

Chugokukogyo Co TSE:5974 -1.39% 59 EV-to-FCF is 8.69 as of Aug. 06, 2026, which is 39% below its 10-year median of 14.16. GuruFocus rates TSE:5974 with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of 円637.17 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 300 Utilities - Regulated companies, Chugokukogyo Co ranks better than 80.33% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Chugokukogyo Co's Enterprise Value is 円3,841 Mil. Chugokukogyo Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円442 Mil. Therefore, Chugokukogyo Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 8.69.

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

TSE:5974' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -894.78   Med: 14.16   Max: 110.57
Current: 8.75

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Chugokukogyo Co was 110.57. The lowest was -894.78. And the median was 14.16.

TSE:5974's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
80.33% of 300 companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 18.845 vs TSE:5974: 8.75

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 (2026-08-06), Chugokukogyo Co's stock price is 円850.00. Chugokukogyo Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円95.389. Therefore, Chugokukogyo Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 8.91.


Chugokukogyo Co  (TSE:5974) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=850.00/95.389
=8.91

Chugokukogyo Co's share price for today is 円850.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Chugokukogyo Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円95.389.

* 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.


Chugokukogyo Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Chugokukogyo Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Chugokukogyo 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.

Chugokukogyo Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Chugokukogyo Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF
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Chugokukogyo Co 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 110.58 0.00 4.10 0.00 8.69

TSE:5974 vs ATO, NI, UGI: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Utilities - Regulated Gas subindustry, Chugokukogyo 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.


Chugokukogyo Co EV-to-FCF vs Utilities - Regulated Industry

For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, Chugokukogyo Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


TSE:5974
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Chugokukogyo Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=3840.616/442
=8.69

Chugokukogyo Co's current Enterprise Value is 円3,841 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Chugokukogyo Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円442 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 8.69 mean?
Chugokukogyo Co (TSE:5974) has a EV-to-FCF of 8.69 as of Aug. 06, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Chugokukogyo Co and its competitors. This is 39% below median its historical median of 14.16. According to the industry distribution chart, Chugokukogyo Co ranks #59 out of 300 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 19.7%.
Is Chugokukogyo Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Chugokukogyo Co's current EV-to-FCF of 8.69 is 39% below median its 10-year median of 14.16. The Utilities - Regulated industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.85. Chugokukogyo Co's value of 8.69 is 53.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Chugokukogyo Co ranks #59 out of 300 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Chugokukogyo Co has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Chugokukogyo Co's EV-to-FCF compare to ATO and NI?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, Chugokukogyo Co ranks #59 out of 300 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Chugokukogyo Co in the top 20% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.85. Chugokukogyo Co's value of 8.69 is 53.9% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 14.16 vs. the industry median of 18.85, Chugokukogyo 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 an Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Utilities - Regulated companies is 18.85, based on 300 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. Chugokukogyo Co's current EV-to-FCF of 8.69 is 53.9% 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 Chugokukogyo Co and its competitors. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.85 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Chugokukogyo Co's current EV-to-FCF is 8.69, which is 39% below median its own 10-year median of 14.16. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Chugokukogyo Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Chugokukogyo Co (TSE:5974) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円637.17, compared to a current price of 円850.00 — trading 33.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 8.69, which is 39% below median its 10-year median of 14.16 and 53.9% below the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 18.85. Chugokukogyo Co's overall GF Score™ is 59/100 with 5 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 Chugokukogyo Co (TSE:5974), the current EV-to-FCF is 8.69 as of Aug. 06, 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 Chugokukogyo Co (TSE:5974) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Chugokukogyo Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円850.00 is trading 33.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円637.17. GuruFocus considers Chugokukogyo Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:5974:

  • EV-to-FCF: 8.69 (39% below median its 10-year median of 14.16)
  • GF Value™: 円637.17 vs. price of 円850.00 (33.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 59/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 53.9% below the Utilities - Regulated median (#59 of 300)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:5974 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Chugokukogyo Co Business Description

Address 1-3-1, Hironada, Kure, JPN, 737-0192
Chugokukogyo Co Ltd manufactures and sells LP gas containers, storage tanks, and bulk storage tank; and designs, constructs, and inspects LP gas plants. It is also engaged in the manufacturing of iron structure products; FRP feed tank silage silos; FRP pharmaceutical tanks and covers; FRP automotive parts; and livestock products.
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