China Eastern AirlinesCHEAF 53 EV-to-FCF is 17.58 as of Jul. 01, 2026, which is 77% above its 10-year median of 9.92. GuruFocus rates CHEAF with a GF Score™ of 53/100 and a GF Value™ of $0.67 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 674 Transportation companies, China Eastern Airlines ranks worse than 59.35% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, China Eastern Airlines's Enterprise Value is $35,828 Mil.
China Eastern Airlines's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $2,038 Mil. Therefore, China Eastern Airlines's EV-to-FCF for today is 17.58.
The historical rank and industry rank for China Eastern Airlines's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
CHEAF'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1470.76 Med: 9.92 Max: 10420.56
Current: 16.96
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of China Eastern Airlines was 10420.56. The lowest was -1470.76. And the median was 9.92.
CHEAF's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 59.35% of 674
companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 14.29
vs CHEAF: 16.96
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.
China Eastern Airlines (OTCPK:CHEAF) 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.
China Eastern Airlines's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
China Eastern Airlines's share price for today is $0.4703.
China Eastern Airlines'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 $0.004.
* 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.
For the Airlines subindustry, China Eastern Airlines'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.
China Eastern Airlines EV-to-FCF vs Transportation Industry
For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, China Eastern Airlines's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where China Eastern Airlines's EV-to-FCF falls into.
China Eastern Airlines's current Enterprise Value is $35,828 Mil.
China Eastern Airlines'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 $2,038 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.
China Eastern Airlines (CHEAF) has a EV-to-FCF of 17.58 as of Jul. 01, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on China Eastern Airlines and its competitors. This is 77% above median its historical median of 9.92. According to the industry distribution chart, China Eastern Airlines ranks #400 out of 674 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 59.3%.
Is China Eastern Airlines' EV-to-FCF too high?
China Eastern Airlines' current EV-to-FCF of 17.58 is 77% above median its 10-year median of 9.92. The Transportation industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.29. China Eastern Airlines' value of 17.58 is 23% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, China Eastern Airlines ranks #400 out of 674 companies in the Transportation industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, China Eastern Airlines has a GF Score™ of 53/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does China Eastern Airlines' EV-to-FCF compare to DAL and UAL?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, China Eastern Airlines ranks #400 out of 674 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places China Eastern Airlines in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.29. China Eastern Airlines' value of 17.58 is 23% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 9.92 vs. the industry median of 14.29, China Eastern Airlines 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 Transportation company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Transportation companies is 14.29, based on 674 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. China Eastern Airlines's current EV-to-FCF of 17.58 is 23% 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 China Eastern Airlines and its competitors. For the Transportation industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.29 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. China Eastern Airlines's current EV-to-FCF is 17.58, which is 77% above median its own 10-year median of 9.92. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is China Eastern Airlines stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Eastern Airlines (CHEAF) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.67, compared to a current price of $0.47 — trading 29.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 17.58, which is 77% above median its 10-year median of 9.92 and 23% above the Transportation industry median of 14.29. China Eastern Airlines' overall GF Score™ is 53/100 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 China Eastern Airlines (CHEAF), the current EV-to-FCF is 17.58 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 China Eastern Airlines (CHEAF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Eastern Airlines stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $0.47 is trading 29.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $0.67.
GuruFocus considers China Eastern Airlines to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for CHEAF:
EV-to-FCF: 17.58 (77% above median its 10-year median of 9.92)
GF Value™: $0.67 vs. price of $0.47 (29.8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 23% above the Transportation median (#400 of 674)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CHEAF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
China Eastern Airlines Corp Ltd principally engaged in the operation of civil aviation, including the provision of passenger, cargo, mail delivery and other extended transportation services, also manufacturing and maintenance of aircraft and aviation equipment, agency services, import and export business, tourism and hotel business; and other businesses related to air transportation. The Group has two reportable segments. Airline transportation operations mainly comprise the provision of passenger, cargo, mail delivery, and ground services. Other services, including tour operations, air catering, and other miscellaneous services, are not included within the airline transportation operations segment. Geographically, the company operates Domestic, Regional and International.
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