Alibaba Group HoldingBSP:BABA34 +0.46%78 EV-to-FCF is 20.62 as of Jul. 01, 2026, which is 7% above its 10-year median of 19.30. GuruFocus rates BSP:BABA34 with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of R$21.91 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 772 Retail - Cyclical companies, Alibaba Group Holding ranks worse than 67.49% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Alibaba Group Holding's Enterprise Value is R$1,208,904 Mil.
Alibaba Group Holding's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R$58,620 Mil. Therefore, Alibaba Group Holding's EV-to-FCF for today is 20.62.
The historical rank and industry rank for Alibaba Group Holding's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
BSP:BABA34'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.9 Med: 19.3 Max: 33.62
Current: 21.78
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Alibaba Group Holding was 33.62. The lowest was 4.90. And the median was 19.30.
BSP:BABA34's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 67.49% of 772
companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 13.7
vs BSP:BABA34: 21.78
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.
Alibaba Group Holding (BSP:BABA34) 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.
Alibaba Group Holding's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Alibaba Group Holding's share price for today is R$17.65.
Alibaba Group 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 R$1.177.
* 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.
* 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.
BSP:BABA34 vs PDD, MELI, DASH: EV-to-FCF Comparison
For the Internet Retail subindustry, Alibaba Group 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.
Alibaba Group Holding EV-to-FCF vs Retail - Cyclical Industry
For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Alibaba Group Holding's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Alibaba Group Holding's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Alibaba Group Holding's current Enterprise Value is R$1,208,904 Mil.
Alibaba Group 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 R$58,620 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.
Alibaba Group Holding (BSP:BABA34) has a EV-to-FCF of 20.62 as of Jul. 01, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Alibaba Group Holding and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 19.30. Over the past decade, Alibaba Group Holding's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 4.90 to 33.62. According to the industry distribution chart, Alibaba Group Holding ranks #521 out of 772 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 67.5%.
Is Alibaba Group Holding's EV-to-FCF too high?
Alibaba Group Holding's current EV-to-FCF of 20.62 is near median its 10-year median of 19.30. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.90 to a high of 33.62. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-FCF is 13.70. Alibaba Group Holding's value of 20.62 is 50.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Alibaba Group Holding ranks #521 out of 772 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Alibaba Group Holding has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Alibaba Group Holding's EV-to-FCF compare to PDD and MELI?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Alibaba Group Holding ranks #521 out of 772 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Alibaba Group Holding in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 13.70. Alibaba Group Holding's value of 20.62 is 50.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Alibaba Group Holding's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 4.90 to 33.62 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 19.30 vs. the industry median of 13.70, Alibaba Group 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 a Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Retail - Cyclical companies is 13.70, based on 772 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. Alibaba Group Holding's current EV-to-FCF of 20.62 is 50.5% 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 Alibaba Group Holding and its competitors. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 13.70 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Alibaba Group Holding's current EV-to-FCF is 20.62, which is near median its own 10-year median of 19.30. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Alibaba Group Holding stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Alibaba Group Holding (BSP:BABA34) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$21.91, compared to a current price of R$17.65 — trading 19.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 20.62, which is near median its 10-year median of 19.30 and 50.5% above the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 13.70. Alibaba Group Holding's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 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 Alibaba Group Holding (BSP:BABA34), the current EV-to-FCF is 20.62 as of Jul. 01, 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 Alibaba Group Holding (BSP:BABA34) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Alibaba Group Holding stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of R$17.65 is trading 19.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of R$21.91.
GuruFocus considers Alibaba Group Holding to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for BSP:BABA34:
EV-to-FCF: 20.62 (near median its 10-year median of 19.30)
GF Value™: R$21.91 vs. price of R$17.65 (19.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 50.5% above the Retail - Cyclical median (#521 of 772)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:BABA34 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Alibaba is the world's largest online and mobile commerce company as measured by gross merchandise volume. It operates China's online marketplaces, including Taobao (consumer-to-consumer) and Tmall (business-to-consumer). The China retail e-commerce platform is the most valuable cash flow-generating business at Alibaba. Additional revenue sources include China wholesale e-commerce, international retail and wholesale e-commerce, local consumer services, travel services, cloud computing, digital media and entertainment, Cainiao logistics services, and other businesses.
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