Smart-Core Holdings (HKSE:02166) EV-to-FCF: -8.80 (As of Sep. 02, 2026)

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HKSE:02166 Smart-Core Holdings Ltd HKSE:02166
59 GF Score
Price HK$4.61
GF Value HK$1.52
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Smart-Core Holdings EV-to-FCF?

Smart-Core Holdings HKSE:02166 -4.06% 59 EV-to-FCF is -8.80 as of Sep. 02, 2026. GuruFocus rates HKSE:02166 with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of HK$1.52 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,222 Hardware companies, Smart-Core Holdings ranks worse than 81832.98% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Smart-Core Holdings's Enterprise Value is HK$3,231 Mil. Smart-Core Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$-367 Mil. Therefore, Smart-Core Holdings's EV-to-FCF for today is -8.80.

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

HKSE:02166' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -18.63   Med: 1.94   Max: 37.73
Current: -8.65

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Smart-Core Holdings was 37.73. The lowest was -18.63. And the median was 1.94.

HKSE:02166's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 1222 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 22.64 vs HKSE:02166: -8.65

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 (2026-09-02), Smart-Core Holdings's stock price is HK$4.605. Smart-Core Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$0.346. Therefore, Smart-Core Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 13.31.


Smart-Core Holdings  (HKSE:02166) 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.

Smart-Core Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=4.605/0.346
=13.31

Smart-Core Holdings's share price for today is HK$4.605.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Smart-Core Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$0.346.

* 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.


Smart-Core Holdings EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Smart-Core Holdings EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Smart-Core 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.

Smart-Core Holdings EV-to-FCF Chart

Smart-Core 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 -5.32 2.35 3.09 3.87 -3.93

Smart-Core 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 3.09 0.00 3.87 0.00 -3.93

HKSE:02166 vs SNX, ARW, AVT: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Electronics & Computer Distribution subindustry, Smart-Core 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.


Smart-Core Holdings EV-to-FCF vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Smart-Core Holdings's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Smart-Core Holdings EV-to-FCF Calculation

Smart-Core Holdings's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=3231.133/-367.247
=-8.80

Smart-Core Holdings's current Enterprise Value is HK$3,231 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Smart-Core Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$-367 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 -8.80 mean?
Smart-Core Holdings (HKSE:02166) has a EV-to-FCF of -8.80 as of Sep. 02, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Smart-Core Holdings and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Smart-Core Holdings ranks #999999 out of 1222 companies in the Hardware industry.
Is Smart-Core Holdings' EV-to-FCF too high?
Smart-Core Holdings' current EV-to-FCF is -8.80. Based on the distribution chart, Smart-Core Holdings ranks #999999 out of 1222 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Smart-Core Holdings has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Smart-Core Holdings' EV-to-FCF compare to SNX and ARW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Smart-Core Holdings ranks #999999 out of 1222 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Smart-Core Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.64. 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 22.64, based on 1,222 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 Smart-Core Holdings and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.64 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Smart-Core Holdings's current EV-to-FCF is -8.80. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Smart-Core Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Smart-Core Holdings (HKSE:02166) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$1.52, compared to a current price of HK$4.61 — trading 203% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -8.80. Smart-Core Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 59/100 with 4 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 Smart-Core Holdings (HKSE:02166), the current EV-to-FCF is -8.80 as of Sep. 02, 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 Smart-Core Holdings (HKSE:02166) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Smart-Core Holdings stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of HK$4.61 is trading 203% above its estimated GF Value™ of HK$1.52. GuruFocus considers Smart-Core Holdings to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for HKSE:02166:

  • EV-to-FCF: -8.80
  • GF Value™: HK$1.52 vs. price of HK$4.61 (203% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 59/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:02166 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Smart-Core Holdings Business Description

Address 70 Ta Chuen Ping Street, 15th Floor, Tower B, Regent Centre, Kwai Chung, New Territories, Hong Kong, HKG
Smart-Core Holdings Ltd is a distributor of integrated circuits and other electronic components and technology value-added service providers covering multiple market segments such as televisions, optoelectronic displays, smart terminals, memory, security monitoring, Internet of Things (IoT), and optical communications. Its service networks cover the majority of regions in Mainland China and Southeast Asia, providing diversified supply chain services of semiconductor chips and various electronic components for customers in the electronics industry, as well as corresponding technical solutions, technical support, and software services. Its segments include Authorised distribution and Mixed distribution. It makes up the majority of the revenue from the Authorised distribution segment.
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