Hope (TSE:6195) EV-to-FCF: 13.80 (As of Jul. 21, 2026)

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TSE:6195 Hope Inc TSE:6195
55 GF Score
Price 円215.00
GF Value 円325.63
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Hope EV-to-FCF?

Hope TSE:6195 +1.90% 55 EV-to-FCF is 13.80 as of Jul. 21, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSE:6195 with a GF Score™ of 55/100 and a GF Value™ of 円325.63 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 612 Media - Diversified companies, Hope ranks worse than 54.74% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Hope's Enterprise Value is 円2,336 Mil. Hope's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円169 Mil. Therefore, Hope's EV-to-FCF for today is 13.80.

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

TSE:6195' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -129.72   Med: -0.48   Max: 88.17
Current: 13.48

During the past 11 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Hope was 88.17. The lowest was -129.72. And the median was -0.48.

TSE:6195's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
54.74% of 612 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 11.46 vs TSE:6195: 13.48

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 (2026-07-21), Hope's stock price is 円215.00. Hope's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円18.050. Therefore, Hope's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 11.91.


Hope  (TSE:6195) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=215.00/18.050
=11.91

Hope's share price for today is 円215.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Hope's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円18.050.

* 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.


Hope EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Hope EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hope'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.

Hope EV-to-FCF Chart

Hope Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.63 60.28 22.29 12.20 13.19

Hope Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 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 22.29 0.00 12.20 0.00 13.19

TSE:6195 vs APP, OMC, TTD: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Advertising Agencies subindustry, Hope'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.


Hope EV-to-FCF vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Hope's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Hope EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=2336.188/169.266
=13.80

Hope's current Enterprise Value is 円2,336 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Hope's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円169 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 13.80 mean?
Hope (TSE:6195) has a EV-to-FCF of 13.80 as of Jul. 21, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Hope and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Hope ranks #335 out of 612 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 54.7%.
Is Hope's EV-to-FCF too high?
Hope's current EV-to-FCF is 13.80. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.46. Hope's value of 13.80 is 20.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hope ranks #335 out of 612 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Hope has a GF Score™ of 55/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hope's EV-to-FCF compare to APP and OMC?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Hope ranks #335 out of 612 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Hope in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.46. Hope's value of 13.80 is 20.4% above this benchmark. 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Media - Diversified companies is 11.46, based on 612 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. Hope's current EV-to-FCF of 13.80 is 20.4% above 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 Hope and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 11.46 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hope's current EV-to-FCF is 13.80. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hope stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hope (TSE:6195) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is 円325.63, compared to a current price of 円215.00 — trading 34% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 13.80 and 20.4% above the Media - Diversified industry median of 11.46. Hope's overall GF Score™ is 55/100 with 2 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 Hope (TSE:6195), the current EV-to-FCF is 13.80 as of Jul. 21, 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 Hope (TSE:6195) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hope stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円215.00 is trading 34% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円325.63. GuruFocus considers Hope to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for TSE:6195:

  • EV-to-FCF: 13.80
  • GF Value™: 円325.63 vs. price of 円215.00 (34% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 55/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 20.4% above the Media - Diversified median (#335 of 612)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:6195 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hope Business Description

Address 1-14-5 Yakuin, 7th Floor, MG Yakuin Building, Fukuoka, JPN, 810-0022
Hope Inc provides services specialized for local governments to secure financial resources and reduce expenses. The company, along with its subsidiaries, operates in the following reportable segments; Advertising Business, Jichitai Works Business, and Others. A majority of its revenue is generated from the Advertising business, which involves purchasing advertising space on various media such as websites, newsletters, tax notices, etc., owned by local governments through bidding and selling it to private companies (smart resource services), collaborating with local governments to publish information booklets for residents (smart creation services), and offering financial resources consulting to local governments.
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円215.00
Price
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