Recon Technology (FRA:HRC) EV-to-FCF: -4.79 (As of Jul. 26, 2026)

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FRA:HRC Recon Technology Ltd FRA:HRC
47 GF Score
Price €1.59
GF Value €8.42
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What is Recon Technology EV-to-FCF?

Recon Technology FRA:HRC 47 EV-to-FCF is -4.79 as of Jul. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:HRC with a GF Score™ of 47/100 and a GF Value™ of €8.42. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 585 Oil & Gas companies, Recon Technology ranks worse than 170940% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Recon Technology's Enterprise Value is €31.01 Mil. Recon Technology's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €-6.48 Mil. Therefore, Recon Technology's EV-to-FCF for today is -4.79.

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

FRA:HRC' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -161.01   Med: -1.5   Max: 8.42
Current: -4.68

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Recon Technology was 8.42. The lowest was -161.01. And the median was -1.50.

FRA:HRC's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 585 companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 16.06 vs FRA:HRC: -4.68

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 (2026-07-26), Recon Technology's stock price is €1.5932. Recon Technology's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €-0.363. Therefore, Recon Technology's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Recon Technology  (FRA:HRC) 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.

Recon Technology's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.5932/-0.363
=At Loss

Recon Technology's share price for today is €1.5932.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Recon Technology's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €-0.363.

* 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.


Recon Technology EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Recon Technology EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Recon Technology'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.

Recon Technology EV-to-FCF Chart

Recon Technology Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -12.69 -6.10 -2.89 0.20 -10.82

Recon Technology Semi-Annual Data
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FRA:HRC vs KLNG, KLXE, GWTI: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Oil & Gas Equipment & Services subindustry, Recon Technology'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.


Recon Technology EV-to-FCF vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Recon Technology's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Recon Technology's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Recon Technology EV-to-FCF Calculation

Recon Technology's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=31.005/-6.476
=-4.79

Recon Technology's current Enterprise Value is €31.01 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Recon Technology's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €-6.48 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 -4.79 mean?
Recon Technology (FRA:HRC) has a EV-to-FCF of -4.79 as of Jul. 26, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Recon Technology and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Recon Technology ranks #999999 out of 585 companies in the Oil & Gas industry.
Is Recon Technology's EV-to-FCF too high?
Recon Technology's current EV-to-FCF is -4.79. Based on the distribution chart, Recon Technology ranks #999999 out of 585 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Recon Technology has a GF Score™ of 47/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Recon Technology's EV-to-FCF compare to KLNG and KLXE?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Recon Technology ranks #999999 out of 585 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Recon Technology in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.06. 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 Oil & Gas company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Oil & Gas companies is 16.06, based on 585 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. 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 Recon Technology and its competitors. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 16.06 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Recon Technology's current EV-to-FCF is -4.79. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Recon Technology stock overvalued right now?
Recon Technology (FRA:HRC) has a current EV-to-FCF of -4.79. The stock's GF Value™ is €8.42, compared to a current price of €1.59 — trading 81.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -4.79. Recon Technology's overall GF Score™ is 47/100 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-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Recon Technology (FRA:HRC), the current EV-to-FCF is -4.79 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 Recon Technology (FRA:HRC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Recon Technology stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €1.59 is trading 81.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of €8.42.

Key valuation signals for FRA:HRC:

  • EV-to-FCF: -4.79
  • GF Value™: €8.42 vs. price of €1.59 (81.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 47/100 with 6 warning signs

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


Recon Technology Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Other Exchanges RCON:USA
Address No. 1 Shui’an South Street, Room 601, Chaoyang District, Beijing, CHN, 100012
Recon Technology Ltd provides automation systems, industrial equipment, and support services tailored for the oil and gas industry in China. The company's business spans key segments such as automation products and software, equipment and accessories, oilfield environmental protection, and platform outsourcing services. It generates the majority of its revenue by providing integrated automation services to Chinese petroleum companies at oilfields. Its key products and services include pumping unit controllers, natural gas flow computer systems, wireless dynamometers and wireless pressure gauges, and an oilfield monitor and data acquisition system. The company's operations are centered on servicing upstream clients throughout China, with some broader industrial automation solutions.
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