Henderson Investment (HKSE:00097) EV-to-FCF: 3.49 (As of Aug. 24, 2026) — 47% Below Median

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HKSE:00097 Henderson Investment Ltd HKSE:00097
45 GF Score
Price HK$0.14
GF Value HK$0.13
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Henderson Investment EV-to-FCF?

Henderson Investment HKSE:00097 -4.11% 45 EV-to-FCF is 3.49 as of Aug. 24, 2026, which is 47% below its 10-year median of 6.62. GuruFocus rates HKSE:00097 with a GF Score™ of 45/100 and a GF Value™ of HK$0.13 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 781 Retail - Cyclical companies, Henderson Investment ranks better than 89.37% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Henderson Investment's Enterprise Value is HK$660 Mil. Henderson Investment's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$189 Mil. Therefore, Henderson Investment's EV-to-FCF for today is 3.49.

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

HKSE:00097' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.23   Med: 6.62   Max: 28.08
Current: 3.49

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Henderson Investment was 28.08. The lowest was 3.23. And the median was 6.62.

HKSE:00097's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
89.37% of 781 companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 13.23 vs HKSE:00097: 3.49

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 (2026-08-24), Henderson Investment's stock price is HK$0.14. Henderson Investment's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$-0.016. Therefore, Henderson Investment's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Henderson Investment  (HKSE:00097) 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.

Henderson Investment's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.14/-0.016
=At Loss

Henderson Investment's share price for today is HK$0.14.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Henderson Investment's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$-0.016.

* 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.


Henderson Investment EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Henderson Investment EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Henderson Investment'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.

Henderson Investment EV-to-FCF Chart

Henderson Investment Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Henderson Investment Semi-Annual Data
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HKSE:00097 vs DDS: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Department Stores subindustry, Henderson Investment'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.


Henderson Investment EV-to-FCF vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Henderson Investment's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Henderson Investment EV-to-FCF Calculation

Henderson Investment's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=659.863/189
=3.49

Henderson Investment's current Enterprise Value is HK$660 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Henderson Investment's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$189 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 3.49 mean?
Henderson Investment (HKSE:00097) has a EV-to-FCF of 3.49 as of Aug. 24, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Henderson Investment and its competitors. This is 47% below median its historical median of 6.62. Over the past decade, Henderson Investment's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 3.23 to 28.08. According to the industry distribution chart, Henderson Investment ranks #83 out of 781 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 10.6%.
Is Henderson Investment's EV-to-FCF too high?
Henderson Investment's current EV-to-FCF of 3.49 is 47% below median its 10-year median of 6.62. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.23 to a high of 28.08. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-FCF is 13.23. Henderson Investment's value of 3.49 is 73.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Henderson Investment ranks #83 out of 781 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Henderson Investment has a GF Score™ of 45/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Henderson Investment's EV-to-FCF compare to DDS?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Henderson Investment ranks #83 out of 781 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Henderson Investment in the top 11% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 13.23. Henderson Investment's value of 3.49 is 73.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Henderson Investment's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 3.23 to 28.08 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.62 vs. the industry median of 13.23, Henderson Investment has consistently been below 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 13.23, based on 781 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. Henderson Investment's current EV-to-FCF of 3.49 is 73.6% below 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 Henderson Investment and its competitors. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 13.23 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Henderson Investment's current EV-to-FCF is 3.49, which is 47% below median its own 10-year median of 6.62. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Henderson Investment stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Henderson Investment (HKSE:00097) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$0.13, compared to a current price of HK$0.14 — trading 7.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 3.49, which is 47% below median its 10-year median of 6.62 and 73.6% below the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 13.23. Henderson Investment's overall GF Score™ is 45/100 with 3 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 Henderson Investment (HKSE:00097), the current EV-to-FCF is 3.49 as of Aug. 24, 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 Henderson Investment (HKSE:00097) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Henderson Investment stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of HK$0.14 is trading 7.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of HK$0.13. GuruFocus considers Henderson Investment to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for HKSE:00097:

  • EV-to-FCF: 3.49 (47% below median its 10-year median of 6.62)
  • GF Value™: HK$0.13 vs. price of HK$0.14 (7.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 45/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 73.6% below the Retail - Cyclical median (#83 of 781)

No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:00097 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Henderson Investment Business Description

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Address 8 Finance Street, 72-76th Floor, Two International Finance Centre, Central, Hong Kong, HKG
Henderson Investment Ltd is a Hong Kong-based is an investment holding company and the principal activities of its subsidiaries during the year were investment holding, and supermarket, department store and household specialty store operation. The company operates Citistore department stores, such as specialty stores and needle and line specialty stores. The company generates revenue from the sale of goods from its departmental and specialty stores. The company generates the majority of its revenue in Hong Kong.
45GF Score

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