Shaw Brothers Holdings (HKSE:00953) EV-to-FCF: 2.91 (As of Sep. 01, 2026)

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HKSE:00953 Shaw Brothers Holdings Ltd HKSE:00953
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Price HK$0.18
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What is Shaw Brothers Holdings EV-to-FCF?

Shaw Brothers Holdings HKSE:00953 -2.78% 30 EV-to-FCF is 2.91 as of Sep. 01, 2026. GuruFocus rates HKSE:00953 with a GF Score™ of 30/100 and a GF Value™ of HK$0.29 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 599 Media - Diversified companies, Shaw Brothers Holdings ranks better than 84.97% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Shaw Brothers Holdings's Enterprise Value is HK$-149.0 Mil. Shaw Brothers Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$-51.2 Mil. Therefore, Shaw Brothers Holdings's EV-to-FCF for today is 2.91.

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

HKSE:00953' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -103.02   Med: -0.62   Max: 37.24
Current: 2.85

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Shaw Brothers Holdings was 37.24. The lowest was -103.02. And the median was -0.62.

HKSE:00953's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
84.97% of 599 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 11.68 vs HKSE:00953: 2.85

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 (2026-09-01), Shaw Brothers Holdings's stock price is HK$0.175. Shaw Brothers Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$-0.012. Therefore, Shaw Brothers Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Shaw Brothers Holdings  (HKSE:00953) 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.

Shaw Brothers Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.175/-0.012
=At Loss

Shaw Brothers Holdings's share price for today is HK$0.175.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Shaw Brothers Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$-0.012.

* 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.


Shaw Brothers Holdings EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Shaw Brothers Holdings EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Shaw Brothers Holdings'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.

Shaw Brothers Holdings EV-to-FCF Chart

Shaw Brothers Holdings Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -4.38 10.81 8.17 35.41 -0.80

Shaw Brothers Holdings Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 8.17 0.00 35.41 0.00 -0.80

HKSE:00953 vs NFLX, DIS, WBD: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Entertainment subindustry, Shaw Brothers Holdings'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.


Shaw Brothers Holdings EV-to-FCF vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Shaw Brothers Holdings's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Shaw Brothers Holdings's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Shaw Brothers Holdings EV-to-FCF Calculation

Shaw Brothers Holdings's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=-149.009/-51.219
=2.91

Shaw Brothers Holdings's current Enterprise Value is HK$-149.0 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Shaw Brothers Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$-51.2 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 2.91 mean?
Shaw Brothers Holdings (HKSE:00953) has a EV-to-FCF of 2.91 as of Sep. 01, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Shaw Brothers Holdings and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Shaw Brothers Holdings ranks #90 out of 599 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 15%.
Is Shaw Brothers Holdings' EV-to-FCF too high?
Shaw Brothers Holdings' current EV-to-FCF is 2.91. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.68. Shaw Brothers Holdings' value of 2.91 is 75.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Shaw Brothers Holdings ranks #90 out of 599 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Shaw Brothers Holdings has a GF Score™ of 30/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Shaw Brothers Holdings' EV-to-FCF compare to NFLX and DIS?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Shaw Brothers Holdings ranks #90 out of 599 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Shaw Brothers Holdings in the top 15% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.68. Shaw Brothers Holdings' value of 2.91 is 75.1% below this benchmark. 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Media - Diversified companies is 11.68, based on 599 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. Shaw Brothers Holdings's current EV-to-FCF of 2.91 is 75.1% 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 Shaw Brothers Holdings and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 11.68 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Shaw Brothers Holdings's current EV-to-FCF is 2.91. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Shaw Brothers Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shaw Brothers Holdings (HKSE:00953) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$0.29, compared to a current price of HK$0.18 — trading 39.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 2.91 and 75.1% below the Media - Diversified industry median of 11.68. Shaw Brothers Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 30/100 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 Shaw Brothers Holdings (HKSE:00953), the current EV-to-FCF is 2.91 as of Sep. 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 Shaw Brothers Holdings (HKSE:00953) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shaw Brothers Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of HK$0.18 is trading 39.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of HK$0.29. GuruFocus considers Shaw Brothers Holdings to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for HKSE:00953:

  • EV-to-FCF: 2.91
  • GF Value™: HK$0.29 vs. price of HK$0.18 (39.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 30/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 75.1% below the Media - Diversified median (#90 of 599)

No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:00953 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Shaw Brothers Holdings Business Description

Address 25 Westlands Road, Suite 1706, 17th Floor, Berkshire House, Taikoo Place, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong, HKG
Shaw Brothers Holdings Ltd is an investment holding company. The company's operating segment includes Films, drama, and non-drama, and Artiste and event management that provides artiste and event management services. It generates maximum revenue from the Films, drama, and non-drama segment that includes investments, productions, and distribution of films, drama and non-drama. Geographically, it derives a majority of revenue from the People's Republic of China (PRC) and also has its presence in Hong Kong and other countries.
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