KDDI (TSE:9433) EV-to-FCF: 21.44 (As of Sep. 18, 2026) — 40% Above Median

Author: Vera Yuan Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Director of Data and Quant Analytics at GuruFocus
Focused on building reliable datasets, financial models, and research tools for value-minded investors. Committed to turning complex data into practical guidance for value-investing and long-term wealth.
Reviewed by: Charlie Tian Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Founder & CEO of GuruFocus
Dr. Charlie Tian is the founder and CEO of GuruFocus.com, a leading global investment research platform established in 2004. With a Ph.D. in physics, Dr. Tian transitioned from science to finance, applying a data-driven, disciplined approach to value investing.

TSE:9433 KDDI Corp TSE:9433
77 GF Score
Price 円3,060.00
GF Value 円2,809.14
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 11 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is KDDI EV-to-FCF?

KDDI TSE:9433 -1.58% 77 EV-to-FCF is 21.44 as of Sep. 18, 2026, which is 40% above its 10-year median of 15.36. GuruFocus rates TSE:9433 with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of 円2,809.14 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 265 Telecommunication Services companies, KDDI ranks worse than 96.6% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, KDDI's Enterprise Value is 円16,006,326 Mil. KDDI's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was 円746,528 Mil. Therefore, KDDI's EV-to-FCF for today is 21.44.

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

TSE:9433' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.41   Med: 15.36   Max: 155.43
Current: 155.43

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of KDDI was 155.43. The lowest was 7.41. And the median was 15.36.

TSE:9433's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
96.6% of 265 companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 15.39 vs TSE:9433: 155.43

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 (2026-09-18), KDDI's stock price is 円3060.00. KDDI's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was 円194.620. Therefore, KDDI's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.72.


KDDI  (TSE:9433) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=3060.00/194.620
=15.72

KDDI's share price for today is 円3060.00.
KDDI'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194.620.

* 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.


KDDI EV-to-FCF Related Terms


KDDI EV-to-FCF Historical Data

* Premium members only.

The historical data trend for KDDI'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.

KDDI EV-to-FCF Chart

KDDI 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 10.01 12.74 10.33 14.16 11.62

KDDI 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 29.87 16.60 12.09 11.53 20.74

TSE:9433 vs VZ, TMUS, T: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, KDDI'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.


KDDI EV-to-FCF vs Telecommunication Services Industry

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

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


TSE:9433
77GF Score
KDDI Corp TSE:9433
EV-to-FCF is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis

KDDI EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=16006325.948/746528
=21.44

KDDI's current Enterprise Value is 円16,006,326 Mil.
KDDI'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746,528 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 21.44 mean?
KDDI (TSE:9433) has a EV-to-FCF of 21.44 as of Sep. 18, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on KDDI and its competitors. This is 40% above median its historical median of 15.36. Over the past decade, KDDI's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 7.41 to 155.43. According to the industry distribution chart, KDDI ranks #256 out of 265 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 96.6%.
Is KDDI's EV-to-FCF too high?
KDDI's current EV-to-FCF of 21.44 is 40% above median its 10-year median of 15.36. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.41 to a high of 155.43. The Telecommunication Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.39. KDDI's value of 21.44 is 39.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, KDDI ranks #256 out of 265 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, KDDI has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does KDDI's EV-to-FCF compare to VZ and TMUS?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, KDDI ranks #256 out of 265 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places KDDI in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.39. KDDI's value of 21.44 is 39.3% above this benchmark. Historically, KDDI's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 7.41 to 155.43 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 15.36 vs. the industry median of 15.39, KDDI 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 Telecommunication Services company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Telecommunication Services companies is 15.39, based on 265 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. KDDI's current EV-to-FCF of 21.44 is 39.3% 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 KDDI and its competitors. For the Telecommunication Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.39 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. KDDI's current EV-to-FCF is 21.44, which is 40% above median its own 10-year median of 15.36. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is KDDI stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KDDI (TSE:9433) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円2,809.14, compared to a current price of 円3,060.00 — trading 8.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 21.44, which is 40% above median its 10-year median of 15.36 and 39.3% above the Telecommunication Services industry median of 15.39. KDDI's overall GF Score™ is 77/100 with 11 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 KDDI (TSE:9433), the current EV-to-FCF is 21.44 as of Sep. 18, 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 KDDI (TSE:9433) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KDDI stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円3,060.00 is trading 8.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円2,809.14. GuruFocus considers KDDI to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:9433:

  • EV-to-FCF: 21.44 (40% above median its 10-year median of 15.36)
  • GF Value™: 円2,809.14 vs. price of 円3,060.00 (8.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100 with 11 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 39.3% above the Telecommunication Services median (#256 of 265)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:9433 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


KDDI Business Description

Address 2-3-2 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 163-8003
KDDI is Japan's second-largest wireless operator (30% market share), the largest pay-TV operator (53% market share) and the second-largest provider of fibre-to-the-home broadband (12% market share). It has grown through acquisition and is focusing on increasing the number of customers who subscribe to more than one telecommunication service. It is also looking to grow its Life Design business which includes commerce, energy, and finance and had over 57 million Internet of Things connections by the end of March 2026.
77GF Score

Get the complete analysis for TSE:9433

EV-to-FCF is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

円3,060.00
Price
円2,809.14
GF Value