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SHSE:688981's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 67.25% of 1029
companies
in the Semiconductors industry
Industry Median: 14.38
vs SHSE:688981: 31.10
EV-to-OCF 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.
Semiconductor Manufacturing International (SHSE:688981) EV-to-OCF Explanation
EV-to-OCF 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.
Semiconductor Manufacturing International's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Semiconductor Manufacturing International's share price for today is ¥143.73.
Semiconductor Manufacturing International's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was ¥0.635.
* 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. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Semiconductor Manufacturing International EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Semiconductor Manufacturing International EV-to-OCF Historical Data
* 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.
Semiconductor Manufacturing International EV-to-OCF Chart
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Annual Data
SHSE:688981 vs NVDA, AVGO, MU: EV-to-OCF Comparison
For the Semiconductors subindustry, Semiconductor Manufacturing International's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF 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.
Semiconductor Manufacturing International EV-to-OCF vs Semiconductors Industry
Semiconductor Manufacturing International's current Enterprise Value is ¥847,428 Mil.
Semiconductor Manufacturing International's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was ¥28,571 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.
Semiconductor Manufacturing International (SHSE:688981) has a EV-to-OCF of 29.66 as of Jul. 26, 2026. This is 207% above median its historical median of 9.65. Over the past decade, Semiconductor Manufacturing International's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 3.15 to 33.30. According to the industry distribution chart, Semiconductor Manufacturing International ranks #692 out of 1029 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 67.2%.
Is Semiconductor Manufacturing International's EV-to-OCF too high?
Semiconductor Manufacturing International's current EV-to-OCF of 29.66 is 207% above median its 10-year median of 9.65. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.15 to a high of 33.30. The Semiconductors industry median EV-to-OCF is 14.38. Semiconductor Manufacturing International's value of 29.66 is 106.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Semiconductor Manufacturing International ranks #692 out of 1029 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Semiconductor Manufacturing International has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Semiconductor Manufacturing International's EV-to-OCF compare to NVDA and AVGO?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, Semiconductor Manufacturing International ranks #692 out of 1029 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Semiconductor Manufacturing International in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 14.38. Semiconductor Manufacturing International's value of 29.66 is 106.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Semiconductor Manufacturing International's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 3.15 to 33.30 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.65 vs. the industry median of 14.38, Semiconductor Manufacturing International 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-OCF for a Semiconductors company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Semiconductors companies is 14.38, based on 1,029 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Semiconductor Manufacturing International's current EV-to-OCF of 29.66 is 106.3% 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-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Semiconductors industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 14.38 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Semiconductor Manufacturing International's current EV-to-OCF is 29.66, which is 207% above median its own 10-year median of 9.65. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Semiconductor Manufacturing International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Semiconductor Manufacturing International (SHSE:688981) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥69.78, compared to a current price of ¥143.73 — trading 106% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 29.66, which is 207% above median its 10-year median of 9.65 and 106.3% above the Semiconductors industry median of 14.38. Semiconductor Manufacturing International's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 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-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Semiconductor Manufacturing International (SHSE:688981), the current EV-to-OCF is 29.66 as of Jul. 26, 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 Semiconductor Manufacturing International (SHSE:688981) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Semiconductor Manufacturing International stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ¥143.73 is trading 106% above its estimated GF Value™ of ¥69.78.
GuruFocus considers Semiconductor Manufacturing International to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for SHSE:688981:
EV-to-OCF: 29.66 (207% above median its 10-year median of 9.65)
GF Value™: ¥69.78 vs. price of ¥143.73 (106% above fair value)
Industry Position: 106.3% above the Semiconductors median (#692 of 1029)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:688981 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Business Description
Founded in 2000, Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation is the largest foundry in China and the third-largest globally after TSMC and Samsung Electronics, overtaking GlobalFoundries and United Microelectronics in 2024. The company's headquarters and foundry are in Shanghai, with additional foundries in Beijing, Tianjin, and Shenzhen, and offices in the United States, Europe, Japan, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. Its products are used in artificial intelligence, data centers, automotive, consumer electronics, memory, and "Internet of Things" products. SMIC employs 19,952 people as of Dec. 31, 2025.
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