NS Tool Co (TSE:6157) EV-to-FCF: 8.37 (As of Jul. 15, 2026) — 44% Below Median

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TSE:6157 NS Tool Co Ltd TSE:6157
76 GF Score
Price 円996.00
GF Value 円896.14
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is NS Tool Co EV-to-FCF?

NS Tool Co TSE:6157 +1.32% 76 EV-to-FCF is 8.37 as of Jul. 15, 2026, which is 44% below its 10-year median of 14.92. GuruFocus rates TSE:6157 with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of 円896.14 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,732 Industrial Products companies, NS Tool Co ranks better than 83.2% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, NS Tool Co's Enterprise Value is 円13,821 Mil. NS Tool Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,652 Mil. Therefore, NS Tool Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 8.37.

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

TSE:6157' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.74   Med: 14.92   Max: 232.02
Current: 7.93

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of NS Tool Co was 232.02. The lowest was 3.74. And the median was 14.92.

TSE:6157's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
83.2% of 1732 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 25.015 vs TSE:6157: 7.93

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 (2026-07-15), NS Tool Co's stock price is 円996.00. NS Tool Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円58.210. Therefore, NS Tool Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 17.11.


NS Tool Co  (TSE:6157) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=996.00/58.210
=17.11

NS Tool Co's share price for today is 円996.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. NS Tool Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円58.210.

* 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.


NS Tool Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


NS Tool Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for NS Tool 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.

NS Tool Co EV-to-FCF Chart

NS Tool Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF
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NS Tool 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 12.32 0.00 4.59 0.00 5.89

TSE:6157 vs SNA, RBC, LECO: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Tools & Accessories subindustry, NS Tool 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.


NS Tool Co EV-to-FCF vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, NS Tool Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


TSE:6157
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NS Tool Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=13820.584/1651.872
=8.37

NS Tool Co's current Enterprise Value is 円13,821 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. NS Tool Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,652 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 8.37 mean?
NS Tool Co (TSE:6157) has a EV-to-FCF of 8.37 as of Jul. 15, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on NS Tool Co and its competitors. This is 44% below median its historical median of 14.92. Over the past decade, NS Tool Co's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 3.74 to 232.02. According to the industry distribution chart, NS Tool Co ranks #291 out of 1732 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 16.8%.
Is NS Tool Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
NS Tool Co's current EV-to-FCF of 8.37 is 44% below median its 10-year median of 14.92. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.74 to a high of 232.02. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-FCF is 25.02. NS Tool Co's value of 8.37 is 66.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, NS Tool Co ranks #291 out of 1732 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, NS Tool Co has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does NS Tool Co's EV-to-FCF compare to SNA and RBC?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, NS Tool Co ranks #291 out of 1732 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places NS Tool Co in the top 17% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 25.02. NS Tool Co's value of 8.37 is 66.5% below this benchmark. Historically, NS Tool Co's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 3.74 to 232.02 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 14.92 vs. the industry median of 25.02, NS Tool 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 Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Industrial Products companies is 25.02, based on 1,732 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. NS Tool Co's current EV-to-FCF of 8.37 is 66.5% 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 NS Tool Co and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 25.02 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. NS Tool Co's current EV-to-FCF is 8.37, which is 44% below median its own 10-year median of 14.92. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is NS Tool Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, NS Tool Co (TSE:6157) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円896.14, compared to a current price of 円996.00 — trading 11.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 8.37, which is 44% below median its 10-year median of 14.92 and 66.5% below the Industrial Products industry median of 25.02. NS Tool Co's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 3 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 NS Tool Co (TSE:6157), the current EV-to-FCF is 8.37 as of Jul. 15, 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 NS Tool Co (TSE:6157) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, NS Tool Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円996.00 is trading 11.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円896.14. GuruFocus considers NS Tool Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:6157:

  • EV-to-FCF: 8.37 (44% below median its 10-year median of 14.92)
  • GF Value™: 円896.14 vs. price of 円996.00 (11.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 66.5% below the Industrial Products median (#291 of 1732)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:6157 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


NS Tool Co Business Description

Address Shin -Otai 1-chome 13 No. 5, Shin-Minami-Oi Building, 5th Floor, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, JPN
Ns Tool Co Ltd manufactures and sells cutting tools. The company's products include cutters and chucks, end mills in square, ball, taper, and radius types, cutter series for a copper electrode, aluminum, and plastic among others.
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