MERF (TSE:3168) Long-Term Debt: 円4,274 Mil (As of Feb. 2026)

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TSE:3168 MERF Inc TSE:3168
55 GF Score
Price 円1,240.00
GF Value 円575.46
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is MERF Long-Term Debt?

MERF TSE:3168 +0.57% 55 Long-Term Debt is 円4,274 Mil as of Feb. 2026. GuruFocus rates TSE:3168 with a GF Score™ of 55/100 and a GF Value™ of 円575.46 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

MERF's Long-Term Debt for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 円4,274 Mil.

MERF's quarterly Long-Term Debt increased from Feb. 2025 (円1,592 Mil) to Aug. 2025 (円3,582 Mil) and increased from Aug. 2025 (円3,582 Mil) to Feb. 2026 (円4,274 Mil).

MERF's annual Long-Term Debt increased from Aug. 2023 (円2,071 Mil) to Aug. 2024 (円2,108 Mil) and increased from Aug. 2024 (円2,108 Mil) to Aug. 2025 (円3,582 Mil).

MERF  (TSE:3168) Long-Term Debt Explanation

Long-Term Debt is the sum of the carrying values as of the balance sheet date of all long-term debt, which is debt initially having maturities due after one year or beyond the operating cycle, if longer, but excluding the portions thereof scheduled to be repaid within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer. Long-Term Debt includes notes payable, bonds payable, mortgage loans, convertible debt, subordinated debt and other types of long term debt.

MERF Long-Term Debt Related Terms

MERF Long-Term Debt Historical Data

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The historical data trend for MERF's Long-Term Debt can be seen below:

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MERF Long-Term Debt Chart

MERF Annual Data
Trend Aug16 Aug17 Aug18 Aug19 Aug20 Aug21 Aug22 Aug23 Aug24 Aug25
Long-Term Debt
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 2,388.02 2,418.41 2,070.64 2,108.11 3,581.65

MERF Semi-Annual Data
Aug16 Feb17 Aug17 Feb18 Aug18 Feb19 Aug19 Feb20 Aug20 Feb21 Aug21 Feb22 Aug22 Feb23 Aug23 Feb24 Aug24 Feb25 Aug25 Feb26
Long-Term Debt 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 1,720.92 2,108.11 1,591.52 3,581.65 4,274.38
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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Long-Term Debt →
What does a Long-Term Debt of 円4,274 Mil mean?
MERF (TSE:3168) has a Long-Term Debt of 円4,274 Mil as of Feb. 2026.
Is MERF's Long-Term Debt too high?
MERF's current Long-Term Debt is 円4,274 Mil. Overall, MERF has a GF Score™ of 55/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MERF's Long-Term Debt compare to competitors?
MERF's Long-Term Debt of 円4,274 Mil can be compared against companies in the Metals & Mining industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Long-Term Debt for a Metals & Mining company?
A good Long-Term Debt depends on the Metals & Mining industry context. However, Long-Term Debt 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 Long-Term Debt mean?
A high Long-Term Debt can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. MERF's current Long-Term Debt is 円4,274 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is MERF stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MERF (TSE:3168) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円575.46, compared to a current price of 円1,240.00 — trading 115.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Long-Term Debt is 円4,274 Mil. MERF's overall GF Score™ is 55/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Long-Term Debt calculated?
Long-Term Debt is calculated from a company's financial statements. For MERF (TSE:3168), the current Long-Term Debt is 円4,274 Mil as of Feb. 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 MERF (TSE:3168) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MERF stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円1,240.00 is trading 115.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円575.46. GuruFocus considers MERF to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:3168:

  • Long-Term Debt: 円4,274 Mil
  • GF Value™: 円575.46 vs. price of 円1,240.00 (115.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 55/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:3168 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

MERF Business Description

Address 12-2 Nagonoe, Imizu, Toyama, JPN, 934-0031
MERF Inc is engaged in recycling non-ferrous metals, focusing on copper and copper alloys. Its business activities are divided into two main segments: the Ingot Business, which involves the manufacturing of copper alloy ingots, and the Metal Recycling Raw Materials Business, which is engaged in metal recycling. It is also involved in the manufacturing and selling of art and craft products segment.
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