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The historical rank and industry rank for Nanfang Communication Holdings's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
HKSE:01617'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -493.92 Med: -1.73 Max: 294.19
Current: 2.3
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Nanfang Communication Holdings was 294.19. The lowest was -493.92. And the median was -1.73.
HKSE:01617's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 92.59% of 1241
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 22.39
vs HKSE:01617: 2.30
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.
Nanfang Communication Holdings (HKSE:01617) 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.
Nanfang Communication Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Nanfang Communication Holdings's share price for today is HK$0.26.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Nanfang Communication Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$0.020.
* 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.
Nanfang Communication Holdings EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Nanfang Communication Holdings EV-to-FCF Historical Data
* 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.
HKSE:01617 vs CSCO, MSI, HPE: EV-to-FCF Comparison
For the Communication Equipment subindustry, Nanfang Communication 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.
Nanfang Communication Holdings EV-to-FCF vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Nanfang Communication Holdings's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Nanfang Communication Holdings's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Nanfang Communication Holdings's current Enterprise Value is HK$144.9 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Nanfang Communication Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$63.0 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.
Nanfang Communication Holdings (HKSE:01617) has a EV-to-FCF of 2.30 as of Aug. 24, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Nanfang Communication Holdings and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Nanfang Communication Holdings ranks #92 out of 1241 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 7.4%.
Is Nanfang Communication Holdings' EV-to-FCF too high?
Nanfang Communication Holdings' current EV-to-FCF is 2.30. The Hardware industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.39. Nanfang Communication Holdings' value of 2.30 is 89.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Nanfang Communication Holdings ranks #92 out of 1241 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Nanfang Communication Holdings has a GF Score™ of 44/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nanfang Communication Holdings' EV-to-FCF compare to CSCO and MSI?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Nanfang Communication Holdings ranks #92 out of 1241 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Nanfang Communication Holdings in the top 7% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.39. Nanfang Communication Holdings' value of 2.30 is 89.7% 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Hardware companies is 22.39, based on 1,241 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. Nanfang Communication Holdings's current EV-to-FCF of 2.30 is 89.7% 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 Nanfang Communication Holdings and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.39 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Nanfang Communication Holdings's current EV-to-FCF is 2.30. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nanfang Communication Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nanfang Communication Holdings (HKSE:01617) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$0.08, compared to a current price of HK$0.26 — trading 225% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 2.30 and 89.7% below the Hardware industry median of 22.39. Nanfang Communication Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 44/100 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 Nanfang Communication Holdings (HKSE:01617), the current EV-to-FCF is 2.30 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 Nanfang Communication Holdings (HKSE:01617) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nanfang Communication Holdings stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of HK$0.26 is trading 225% above its estimated GF Value™ of HK$0.08.
GuruFocus considers Nanfang Communication Holdings to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for HKSE:01617:
EV-to-FCF: 2.30
GF Value™: HK$0.08 vs. price of HK$0.26 (225% above fair value)
Industry Position: 89.7% below the Hardware median (#92 of 1241)
No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:01617 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Nanfang Communication Holdings Ltd manufactures and supplies a wide range of optical fiber cable components. The products of the company are used in different applications, such as mobile communication networks, internet networks, and fixed telephone networks in the telecommunications industry, and can be installed under different conditions. The company's products include optical fiber cables, layer-stranded optical fiber products, copper-made communication cables and others. The company's operation is principally in the People's Republic of China.
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