Value Creation Co (TSE:9238) EV-to-FCF: -1.53 (As of Jul. 22, 2026)

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TSE:9238 Value Creation Co Ltd TSE:9238
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What is Value Creation Co EV-to-FCF?

Value Creation Co TSE:9238 -3.18% 7 EV-to-FCF is -1.53 as of Jul. 22, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSE:9238 with a GF Score™ of 7/100. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 612 Media - Diversified companies, Value Creation Co ranks worse than 163398.53% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Value Creation Co's Enterprise Value is 円1,363 Mil. Value Creation Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円-889 Mil. Therefore, Value Creation Co's EV-to-FCF for today is -1.53.

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

TSE:9238' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1.9   Med: 8.19   Max: 79.06
Current: -1.57

During the past 5 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Value Creation Co was 79.06. The lowest was -1.90. And the median was 8.19.

TSE:9238's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 612 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 11.46 vs TSE:9238: -1.57

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 (2026-07-22), Value Creation Co's stock price is 円457.00. Value Creation Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円-118.310. Therefore, Value Creation Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Value Creation Co  (TSE:9238) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=457.00/-118.310
=At Loss

Value Creation Co's share price for today is 円457.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Value Creation Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円-118.310.

* 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.


Value Creation Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Value Creation Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Value Creation 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.

Value Creation Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Value Creation Co Annual Data
Trend Feb22 Feb23 Feb24 Feb25 Feb26
EV-to-FCF
0.00 0.00 8.44 12.73 -2.11

Value Creation Co Semi-Annual Data
Feb22 Feb23 Aug23 Feb24 Aug24 Feb25 Aug25 Feb26
EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial 8.44 0.00 12.73 0.00 -2.11

TSE:9238 vs APP, OMC, TTD: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Advertising Agencies subindustry, Value Creation 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.


Value Creation Co EV-to-FCF vs Media - Diversified Industry

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

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


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Value Creation Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=1362.632/-888.641
=-1.53

Value Creation Co's current Enterprise Value is 円1,363 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Value Creation Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円-889 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 -1.53 mean?
Value Creation Co (TSE:9238) has a EV-to-FCF of -1.53 as of Jul. 22, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Value Creation Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Value Creation Co ranks #999999 out of 612 companies in the Media - Diversified industry.
Is Value Creation Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Value Creation Co's current EV-to-FCF is -1.53. Based on the distribution chart, Value Creation Co ranks #999999 out of 612 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Value Creation Co has a GF Score™ of 7/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Value Creation Co's EV-to-FCF compare to APP and OMC?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Value Creation Co ranks #999999 out of 612 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Value Creation Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.46. 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. 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 Value Creation Co 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. Value Creation Co's current EV-to-FCF is -1.53. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Value Creation Co stock overvalued right now?
Value Creation Co (TSE:9238) has a current EV-to-FCF of -1.53. The current EV-to-FCF is -1.53. Value Creation Co's overall GF Score™ is 7/100 with 5 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 Value Creation Co (TSE:9238), the current EV-to-FCF is -1.53 as of Jul. 22, 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.

Value Creation Co Business Description

Address 1-18-14 Ebisu, Ebisu First Square 9th floor, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 150-0013
Value Creation Co Ltd is a data marketing business that proposes multifaceted solutions in the web promotion field, with the primary objective of its customers being to maximize the value and profits of their companies. It is engaged in Marketing DX, Digital media, and Real estate DX business.
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