Akebono Brake Industry Co (TSE:7238) EV-to-FCF: 38.28 (As of Aug. 27, 2026)

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TSE:7238 Akebono Brake Industry Co Ltd TSE:7238
52 GF Score
Price 円107.00
GF Value 円62.33
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Akebono Brake Industry Co EV-to-FCF?

Akebono Brake Industry Co TSE:7238 52 EV-to-FCF is 38.28 as of Aug. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSE:7238 with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of 円62.33 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 846 Vehicles & Parts companies, Akebono Brake Industry Co ranks worse than 72.81% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Akebono Brake Industry Co's Enterprise Value is 円51,944 Mil. Akebono Brake Industry Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was 円1,357 Mil. Therefore, Akebono Brake Industry Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 38.28.

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

TSE:7238' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -128.53   Med: -4.99   Max: 246.59
Current: 38.28

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Akebono Brake Industry Co was 246.59. The lowest was -128.53. And the median was -4.99.

TSE:7238's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
72.81% of 846 companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 17.26 vs TSE:7238: 38.28

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 (2026-08-27), Akebono Brake Industry Co's stock price is 円107.00. Akebono Brake Industry Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was 円3.970. Therefore, Akebono Brake Industry Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 26.95.


Akebono Brake Industry Co  (TSE:7238) 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.

Akebono Brake Industry Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=107.00/3.970
=26.95

Akebono Brake Industry Co's share price for today is 円107.00.
Akebono Brake Industry Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円3.970.

* 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.


Akebono Brake Industry Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Akebono Brake Industry Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Akebono Brake Industry 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.

Akebono Brake Industry Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Akebono Brake Industry Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF
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Akebono Brake Industry Co Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 -9.45 43.05 -36.51 217.80 38.08

TSE:7238 vs ORLY, AZO: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, Akebono Brake Industry 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.


Akebono Brake Industry Co EV-to-FCF vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Akebono Brake Industry Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


TSE:7238
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Akebono Brake Industry Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

Akebono Brake Industry Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=51944.010/1357
=38.28

Akebono Brake Industry Co's current Enterprise Value is 円51,944 Mil.
Akebono Brake Industry Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円1,357 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 38.28 mean?
Akebono Brake Industry Co (TSE:7238) has a EV-to-FCF of 38.28 as of Aug. 27, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Akebono Brake Industry Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Akebono Brake Industry Co ranks #616 out of 846 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 72.8%.
Is Akebono Brake Industry Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Akebono Brake Industry Co's current EV-to-FCF is 38.28. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.26. Akebono Brake Industry Co's value of 38.28 is 121.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Akebono Brake Industry Co ranks #616 out of 846 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Akebono Brake Industry Co has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Akebono Brake Industry Co's EV-to-FCF compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Akebono Brake Industry Co ranks #616 out of 846 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Akebono Brake Industry Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.26. Akebono Brake Industry Co's value of 38.28 is 121.8% 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Vehicles & Parts companies is 17.26, based on 846 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. Akebono Brake Industry Co's current EV-to-FCF of 38.28 is 121.8% 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 Akebono Brake Industry Co and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 17.26 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Akebono Brake Industry Co's current EV-to-FCF is 38.28. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Akebono Brake Industry Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Akebono Brake Industry Co (TSE:7238) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円62.33, compared to a current price of 円107.00 — trading 71.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 38.28 and 121.8% above the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 17.26. Akebono Brake Industry Co's overall GF Score™ is 52/100 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 Akebono Brake Industry Co (TSE:7238), the current EV-to-FCF is 38.28 as of Aug. 27, 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 Akebono Brake Industry Co (TSE:7238) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Akebono Brake Industry Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円107.00 is trading 71.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円62.33. GuruFocus considers Akebono Brake Industry Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:7238:

  • EV-to-FCF: 38.28
  • GF Value™: 円62.33 vs. price of 円107.00 (71.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 52/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 121.8% above the Vehicles & Parts median (#616 of 846)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:7238 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Akebono Brake Industry Co Business Description

Address 19-5 Nihonbashi Koami-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 103-8534
Akebono Brake Industry Co Ltd engages in the manufacture and sale of brakes and its components. Its brakes are widely used in various applications, such as passenger and commercial vehicles, motorcycles, rail vehicles and industrial machinery. The firm's product portfolio consists of automobile brakes, motorcycle brakes, rolling stock brakes, industrial machinery brakes, sensors, and concept brake systems.
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