Chen Lin Education Group Holdings (HKSE:01593) EV-to-FCF: 40.68 (As of Aug. 04, 2026)

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HKSE:01593 Chen Lin Education Group Holdings Ltd HKSE:01593
70 GF Score
Price HK$1.04
GF Value HK$1.63
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Chen Lin Education Group Holdings EV-to-FCF?

Chen Lin Education Group Holdings HKSE:01593 70 EV-to-FCF is 40.68 as of Aug. 04, 2026. GuruFocus rates HKSE:01593 with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of HK$1.63 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 197 Education companies, Chen Lin Education Group Holdings ranks worse than 87.31% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Chen Lin Education Group Holdings's Enterprise Value is HK$3,846.2 Mil. Chen Lin Education Group Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was HK$94.5 Mil. Therefore, Chen Lin Education Group Holdings's EV-to-FCF for today is 40.68.

The historical rank and industry rank for Chen Lin Education Group Holdings's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

HKSE:01593' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -96.7   Med: -23.5   Max: 40.8
Current: 40.61

During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Chen Lin Education Group Holdings was 40.80. The lowest was -96.70. And the median was -23.50.

HKSE:01593's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
87.31% of 197 companies
in the Education industry
Industry Median: 9.86 vs HKSE:01593: 40.61

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 (2026-08-04), Chen Lin Education Group Holdings's stock price is HK$1.04. Chen Lin Education Group Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was HK$-0.502. Therefore, Chen Lin Education Group Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Chen Lin Education Group Holdings  (HKSE:01593) 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.

Chen Lin Education Group Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.04/-0.502
=At Loss

Chen Lin Education Group Holdings's share price for today is HK$1.04.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Chen Lin Education Group Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was HK$-0.502.

* 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.


Chen Lin Education Group Holdings EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Chen Lin Education Group Holdings EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Chen Lin Education Group 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.

Chen Lin Education Group Holdings EV-to-FCF Chart

Chen Lin Education Group Holdings Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Aug22 Aug23 Aug24 Aug25
EV-to-FCF
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Chen Lin Education Group Holdings Semi-Annual Data
Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Feb22 Aug22 Feb23 Aug23 Feb24 Aug24 Feb25 Aug25 Feb26
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HKSE:01593 vs EDU, TAL, LAUR: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Education & Training Services subindustry, Chen Lin Education Group 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.


Chen Lin Education Group Holdings EV-to-FCF vs Education Industry

For the Education industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Chen Lin Education Group Holdings's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Chen Lin Education Group Holdings's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Chen Lin Education Group Holdings EV-to-FCF Calculation

Chen Lin Education Group Holdings's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=3846.172/94.547
=40.68

Chen Lin Education Group Holdings's current Enterprise Value is HK$3,846.2 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Chen Lin Education Group Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was HK$94.5 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 40.68 mean?
Chen Lin Education Group Holdings (HKSE:01593) has a EV-to-FCF of 40.68 as of Aug. 04, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Chen Lin Education Group Holdings and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Chen Lin Education Group Holdings ranks #172 out of 197 companies in the Education industry, placing it in the top 87.3%.
Is Chen Lin Education Group Holdings' EV-to-FCF too high?
Chen Lin Education Group Holdings' current EV-to-FCF is 40.68. The Education industry median EV-to-FCF is 9.86. Chen Lin Education Group Holdings' value of 40.68 is 312.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Chen Lin Education Group Holdings ranks #172 out of 197 companies in the Education industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Chen Lin Education Group Holdings has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Chen Lin Education Group Holdings' EV-to-FCF compare to EDU and TAL?
According to the Education industry distribution chart, Chen Lin Education Group Holdings ranks #172 out of 197 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Chen Lin Education Group Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 9.86. Chen Lin Education Group Holdings' value of 40.68 is 312.6% above 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 an Education company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Education companies is 9.86, based on 197 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. Chen Lin Education Group Holdings's current EV-to-FCF of 40.68 is 312.6% 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 Chen Lin Education Group Holdings and its competitors. For the Education industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 9.86 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Chen Lin Education Group Holdings's current EV-to-FCF is 40.68. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Chen Lin Education Group Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Chen Lin Education Group Holdings (HKSE:01593) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$1.63, compared to a current price of HK$1.04 — trading 36.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 40.68 and 312.6% above the Education industry median of 9.86. Chen Lin Education Group Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 70/100 with 10 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 Chen Lin Education Group Holdings (HKSE:01593), the current EV-to-FCF is 40.68 as of Aug. 04, 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 Chen Lin Education Group Holdings (HKSE:01593) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Chen Lin Education Group Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of HK$1.04 is trading 36.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of HK$1.63. GuruFocus considers Chen Lin Education Group Holdings to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for HKSE:01593:

  • EV-to-FCF: 40.68
  • GF Value™: HK$1.63 vs. price of HK$1.04 (36.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 70/100 with 10 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 312.6% above the Education median (#172 of 197)

No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:01593 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Chen Lin Education Group Holdings Business Description

Address No. 001, Xinjian Lianfu Dadao, Jiangxi, Nanchang, CHN
Chen Lin Education Group Holdings Ltd is engaged in the provision of private tertiary education services in the PRC. It specializes in full-system applied undergraduate education, vocational education, and quality high school education. The group derives revenue from Tuition fees, Boarding fees, Internship management fees, Tutoring and program management services, and others.
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