KING Co (TSE:8118) EV-to-FCF: 14.67 (As of Jul. 19, 2026) — 2229% Above Median

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TSE:8118 KING Co Ltd TSE:8118
61 GF Score
Price 円1,244.00
GF Value 円689.10
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is KING Co EV-to-FCF?

KING Co TSE:8118 +0.24% 61 EV-to-FCF is 14.67 as of Jul. 19, 2026, which is 2229% above its 10-year median of 0.63. GuruFocus rates TSE:8118 with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of 円689.10 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 635 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies, KING Co ranks better than 50.24% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, KING Co's Enterprise Value is 円10,386 Mil. KING Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円708 Mil. Therefore, KING Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 14.67.

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

TSE:8118' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -12.11   Med: 0.63   Max: 16.95
Current: 14.67

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of KING Co was 16.95. The lowest was -12.11. And the median was 0.63.

TSE:8118's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
50.24% of 635 companies
in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry
Industry Median: 15.05 vs TSE:8118: 14.67

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 (2026-07-19), KING Co's stock price is 円1244.00. KING Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円39.170. Therefore, KING Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 31.76.


KING Co  (TSE:8118) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1244.00/39.170
=31.76

KING Co's share price for today is 円1244.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. KING Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円39.170.

* 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.


KING Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


KING Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for KING 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.

KING Co EV-to-FCF Chart

KING Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -1.81 -1.77 1.57 3.27 12.51

KING 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 1.57 0.00 3.27 0.00 12.51

KING Co EV-to-FCF Competitor Comparison

For the Textile Manufacturing subindustry, KING 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.


KING Co EV-to-FCF vs Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories Industry

For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, KING Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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KING Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=10385.823/708
=14.67

KING Co's current Enterprise Value is 円10,386 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. KING Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 円708 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 14.67 mean?
KING Co (TSE:8118) has a EV-to-FCF of 14.67 as of Jul. 19, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on KING Co and its competitors. This is 2229% above median its historical median of 0.63. According to the industry distribution chart, KING Co ranks #316 out of 635 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, placing it in the top 49.8%.
Is KING Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
KING Co's current EV-to-FCF of 14.67 is 2229% above median its 10-year median of 0.63. The Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.05. KING Co's value of 14.67 is 2.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, KING Co ranks #316 out of 635 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, KING Co has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does KING Co's EV-to-FCF compare to competitors?
According to the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry distribution chart, KING Co ranks #316 out of 635 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts KING Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.05. KING Co's value of 14.67 is 2.5% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 0.63 vs. the industry median of 15.05, KING 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 a Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies is 15.05, based on 635 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. KING Co's current EV-to-FCF of 14.67 is 2.5% 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 KING Co and its competitors. For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.05 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. KING Co's current EV-to-FCF is 14.67, which is 2229% above median its own 10-year median of 0.63. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is KING Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KING Co (TSE:8118) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円689.10, compared to a current price of 円1,244.00 — trading 80.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 14.67, which is 2229% above median its 10-year median of 0.63 and 2.5% below the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median of 15.05. KING Co's overall GF Score™ is 61/100 with 6 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 KING Co (TSE:8118), the current EV-to-FCF is 14.67 as of Jul. 19, 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 KING Co (TSE:8118) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KING Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円1,244.00 is trading 80.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円689.10. GuruFocus considers KING Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:8118:

  • EV-to-FCF: 14.67 (2229% above median its 10-year median of 0.63)
  • GF Value™: 円689.10 vs. price of 円1,244.00 (80.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 61/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 2.5% below the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories median (#316 of 635)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:8118 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


KING Co Business Description

Address 2-14-9 Nishi Gotanda Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 141-0031
KING Co Ltd is a textile producer and apparel maker of cloths. The company produces printed textiles and manufactures ready-made suits, sweaters, jackets, skirts, slacks, scarves, bags, and others. It sells its products under the brand name PINORE, C'EST CHIC'A, LUPUY, AUSTIN REED, PRIDE BIS, among others.
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円1,244.00
Price
円689.10
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