Starzen Co (TSE:8043) EV-to-FCF: 39.14 (As of Jul. 17, 2026) — 260% Above Median

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TSE:8043 Starzen Co Ltd TSE:8043
72 GF Score
Price 円1,291.00
GF Value 円1,061.21
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Starzen Co EV-to-FCF?

Starzen Co TSE:8043 +0.70% 72 EV-to-FCF is 39.14 as of Jul. 17, 2026, which is 260% above its 10-year median of 10.87. GuruFocus rates TSE:8043 with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,061.21 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,191 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Starzen Co ranks worse than 78.51% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Starzen Co's Enterprise Value is 円115,307 Mil. Starzen Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円2,946 Mil. Therefore, Starzen Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 39.14.

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

TSE:8043' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -47.07   Med: 10.87   Max: 87.17
Current: 39.26

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Starzen Co was 87.17. The lowest was -47.07. And the median was 10.87.

TSE:8043's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
78.51% of 1191 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 15.88 vs TSE:8043: 39.26

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 (2026-07-17), Starzen Co's stock price is 円1291.00. Starzen Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円145.820. Therefore, Starzen Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 8.85.


Starzen Co  (TSE:8043) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1291.00/145.820
=8.85

Starzen Co's share price for today is 円1291.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Starzen Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円145.820.

* 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.


Starzen Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Starzen Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Starzen 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.

Starzen Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Starzen Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF
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Starzen Co Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
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TSE:8043 vs KHC, GIS: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Starzen 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.


Starzen Co EV-to-FCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Starzen Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


TSE:8043
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Starzen Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=115307.494/2946
=39.14

Starzen Co's current Enterprise Value is 円115,307 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Starzen Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円2,946 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 39.14 mean?
Starzen Co (TSE:8043) has a EV-to-FCF of 39.14 as of Jul. 17, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Starzen Co and its competitors. This is 260% above median its historical median of 10.87. According to the industry distribution chart, Starzen Co ranks #935 out of 1191 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 78.5%.
Is Starzen Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Starzen Co's current EV-to-FCF of 39.14 is 260% above median its 10-year median of 10.87. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.88. Starzen Co's value of 39.14 is 146.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Starzen Co ranks #935 out of 1191 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Starzen Co has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Starzen Co's EV-to-FCF compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Starzen Co ranks #935 out of 1191 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Starzen Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.88. Starzen Co's value of 39.14 is 146.5% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 10.87 vs. the industry median of 15.88, Starzen Co has consistently been above 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 15.88, based on 1,191 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. Starzen Co's current EV-to-FCF of 39.14 is 146.5% 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 Starzen Co and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.88 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Starzen Co's current EV-to-FCF is 39.14, which is 260% above median its own 10-year median of 10.87. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Starzen Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Starzen Co (TSE:8043) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,061.21, compared to a current price of 円1,291.00 — trading 21.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 39.14, which is 260% above median its 10-year median of 10.87 and 146.5% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 15.88. Starzen Co's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 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 Starzen Co (TSE:8043), the current EV-to-FCF is 39.14 as of Jul. 17, 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 Starzen Co (TSE:8043) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Starzen Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円1,291.00 is trading 21.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,061.21. GuruFocus considers Starzen Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:8043:

  • EV-to-FCF: 39.14 (260% above median its 10-year median of 10.87)
  • GF Value™: 円1,061.21 vs. price of 円1,291.00 (21.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 146.5% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#935 of 1191)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:8043 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Starzen Co Business Description

Address 1-6-41 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 108-0075
Starzen Co Ltd is a food processing company based in Japan that offers meat and meat products. It is also involved in pig and cattle farming and fattening. The company offers ham bacon, sausages, and processed meat which are sold to supermarkets, meat specialty stores, department stores, family restaurants, fast food chains, convenience stores, co-ops, food processing companies, meat wholesale traders, and others.
72GF Score

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