AMBO (Ambow Education Holding) EV-to-FCF: 16.42 (As of Jul. 14, 2026) — Near Median

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AMBO Ambow Education Holding Ltd AMBO
47 GF Score
Price $2.20
GF Value $1.51
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Ambow Education Holding EV-to-FCF?

Ambow Education Holding AMBO 47 EV-to-FCF is 16.42 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 7% above its 10-year median of 15.41. GuruFocus rates AMBO with a GF Score™ of 47/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.51 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 197 Education companies, Ambow Education Holding ranks worse than 67.51% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Ambow Education Holding's Enterprise Value is $11.69 Mil. Ambow Education Holding's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.71 Mil. Therefore, Ambow Education Holding's EV-to-FCF for today is 16.42.

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

AMBO' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -61.33   Med: 15.41   Max: 25.32
Current: 16.42

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Ambow Education Holding was 25.32. The lowest was -61.33. And the median was 15.41.

AMBO's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
67.51% of 197 companies
in the Education industry
Industry Median: 9.34 vs AMBO: 16.42

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 (2026-07-14), Ambow Education Holding's stock price is $2.20. Ambow Education Holding's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.770. Therefore, Ambow Education Holding's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 2.86.


Ambow Education Holding  (AMEX:AMBO) 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.

Ambow Education Holding's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2.20/0.770
=2.86

Ambow Education Holding's share price for today is $2.20.
Ambow Education Holding'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 $0.770.

* 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.


Ambow Education Holding EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Ambow Education Holding EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Ambow Education Holding'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.

Ambow Education Holding EV-to-FCF Chart

Ambow Education Holding Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Ambow Education Holding Quarterly Data
Jun19 Sep19 Dec19 Mar20 Jun20 Sep20 Dec20 Mar21 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Dec25 Mar26
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AMBO vs WAFU, EEIQ, ASPU: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Education & Training Services subindustry, Ambow Education Holding'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.


Ambow Education Holding EV-to-FCF vs Education Industry

For the Education industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Ambow Education Holding's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Ambow Education Holding EV-to-FCF Calculation

Ambow Education Holding's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=11.693/0.712
=16.42

Ambow Education Holding's current Enterprise Value is $11.69 Mil.
Ambow Education Holding's Free Cash Flow 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 $0.71 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 16.42 mean?
Ambow Education Holding (AMBO) has a EV-to-FCF of 16.42 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Ambow Education Holding and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 15.41. According to the industry distribution chart, Ambow Education Holding ranks #133 out of 197 companies in the Education industry, placing it in the top 67.5%.
Is Ambow Education Holding's EV-to-FCF too high?
Ambow Education Holding's current EV-to-FCF of 16.42 is near median its 10-year median of 15.41. The Education industry median EV-to-FCF is 9.34. Ambow Education Holding's value of 16.42 is 75.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Ambow Education Holding ranks #133 out of 197 companies in the Education industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Ambow Education Holding has a GF Score™ of 47/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ambow Education Holding's EV-to-FCF compare to WAFU and EEIQ?
According to the Education industry distribution chart, Ambow Education Holding ranks #133 out of 197 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Ambow Education Holding in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 9.34. Ambow Education Holding's value of 16.42 is 75.8% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 15.41 vs. the industry median of 9.34, Ambow Education Holding 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 an Education company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Education companies is 9.34, based on 197 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. Ambow Education Holding's current EV-to-FCF of 16.42 is 75.8% 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 Ambow Education Holding and its competitors. For the Education industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 9.34 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Ambow Education Holding's current EV-to-FCF is 16.42, which is near median its own 10-year median of 15.41. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ambow Education Holding stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ambow Education Holding (AMBO) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.51, compared to a current price of $2.20 — trading 45.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 16.42, which is near median its 10-year median of 15.41 and 75.8% above the Education industry median of 9.34. Ambow Education Holding's overall GF Score™ is 47/100 with 2 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 Ambow Education Holding (AMBO), the current EV-to-FCF is 16.42 as of Jul. 14, 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 Ambow Education Holding (AMBO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ambow Education Holding stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $2.20 is trading 45.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $1.51. GuruFocus considers Ambow Education Holding to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for AMBO:

  • EV-to-FCF: 16.42 (near median its 10-year median of 15.41)
  • GF Value™: $1.51 vs. price of $2.20 (45.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 47/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 75.8% above the Education median (#133 of 197)

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


Ambow Education Holding Business Description

Address 10080 N. Wolfe Road, Suite SW3 - 200, Cupertino, CA, USA, 95014
Ambow Education Holding Ltd is an AI-driven technology educational company. Along with its subsidiaries, the company is developing a new HybriU AI Digital Education Solution that transforms the educational environment, bridging the gap between traditional methods and the future of digital learning. The solution combines sophisticated software and hardware to create an AI-powered digital and hybrid classroom, designed to enhance educational delivery and engagement. In addition, the group offers high-quality, individualized, and dynamic career education services and products through the operation of its for-profit colleges. Substantially the majority of the group's revenues are derived from the United States, based on the geographical locations where services are provided to customers.
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