Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings (HKSE:02189) EV-to-FCF: 7.18 (As of Aug. 19, 2026) — Near Median

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HKSE:02189 Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings Ltd HKSE:02189
61 GF Score
Price HK$0.49
GF Value HK$0.53
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings EV-to-FCF?

Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings HKSE:02189 61 EV-to-FCF is 7.18 as of Aug. 19, 2026, which is 9% below its 10-year median of 7.89. GuruFocus rates HKSE:02189 with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of HK$0.53 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 409 Healthcare Providers & Services companies, Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings ranks better than 83.13% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings's Enterprise Value is HK$708.7 Mil. Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was HK$98.7 Mil. Therefore, Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings's EV-to-FCF for today is 7.18.

The historical rank and industry rank for Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

HKSE:02189' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.33   Med: 7.89   Max: 20.4
Current: 7.18

During the past 11 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings was 20.40. The lowest was 6.33. And the median was 7.89.

HKSE:02189's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
83.13% of 409 companies
in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry
Industry Median: 18.66 vs HKSE:02189: 7.18

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 (2026-08-19), Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings's stock price is HK$0.49. Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was HK$0.034. Therefore, Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 14.41.


Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings  (HKSE:02189) 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.

Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.49/0.034
=14.41

Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings's share price for today is HK$0.49.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was HK$0.034.

* 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.


Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kato (Hong Kong) 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.

Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings EV-to-FCF Chart

Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF
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Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings Semi-Annual Data
Mar16 Mar17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
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HKSE:02189 vs HCA, THC, DVA: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Medical Care Facilities subindustry, Kato (Hong Kong) 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.


Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings EV-to-FCF vs Healthcare Providers & Services Industry

For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry and Healthcare sector, Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings's EV-to-FCF falls into.


HKSE:02189
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Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings EV-to-FCF Calculation

Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=708.694/98.662
=7.18

Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings's current Enterprise Value is HK$708.7 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was HK$98.7 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 7.18 mean?
Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings (HKSE:02189) has a EV-to-FCF of 7.18 as of Aug. 19, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 7.89. Over the past decade, Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings' EV-to-FCF has ranged from 6.33 to 20.40. According to the industry distribution chart, Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings ranks #69 out of 409 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, placing it in the top 16.9%.
Is Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings' EV-to-FCF too high?
Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings' current EV-to-FCF of 7.18 is near median its 10-year median of 7.89. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.33 to a high of 20.40. The Healthcare Providers & Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.66. Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings' value of 7.18 is 61.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings ranks #69 out of 409 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings' EV-to-FCF compare to HCA and THC?
According to the Healthcare Providers & Services industry distribution chart, Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings ranks #69 out of 409 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings in the top 17% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.66. Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings' value of 7.18 is 61.5% below this benchmark. Historically, Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings' own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 6.33 to 20.40 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.89 vs. the industry median of 18.66, Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings 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 Healthcare Providers & Services company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Healthcare Providers & Services companies is 18.66, based on 409 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. Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings's current EV-to-FCF of 7.18 is 61.5% 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 Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings and its competitors. For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.66 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings's current EV-to-FCF is 7.18, which is near median its own 10-year median of 7.89. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings (HKSE:02189) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$0.53, compared to a current price of HK$0.49 — trading 7.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 7.18, which is near median its 10-year median of 7.89 and 61.5% below the Healthcare Providers & Services industry median of 18.66. Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 61/100 with 6 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 Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings (HKSE:02189), the current EV-to-FCF is 7.18 as of Aug. 19, 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 Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings (HKSE:02189) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of HK$0.49 is trading 7.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of HK$0.53. GuruFocus considers Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for HKSE:02189:

  • EV-to-FCF: 7.18 (near median its 10-year median of 7.89)
  • GF Value™: HK$0.53 vs. price of HK$0.49 (7.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 61/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 61.5% below the Healthcare Providers & Services median (#69 of 409)

No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:02189 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings Business Description

Address No. 3 Tsing Ling Path, 1st Floor, Tung Wai Court, Tuen Mun, New Territories, Hong Kong, HKG
Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings Ltd is an established operator of residential care homes and daycare services for the elderly in Hong Kong. The company offers a wide range of residential care services for the elderly including; the provision of accommodation, professional nursing and care-taking services, nutritional management, medical services, physiotherapy and occupational therapy services, individual care plans and recreational services, and the sale of healthcare and medical goods and the provision of additional healthcare services to residents.
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