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Persistence Gold GroupHKSE:02489 +5.63%47 EV-to-FCF is 18.79 as of Jul. 21, 2026, which is 44% below its 10-year median of 33.30. GuruFocus rates HKSE:02489 with a GF Score™ of 47/100. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 443 Metals & Mining companies, Persistence Gold Group ranks worse than 50.34% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Persistence Gold Group's Enterprise Value is HK$1,087.6 Mil.
Persistence Gold Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was HK$57.9 Mil. Therefore, Persistence Gold Group's EV-to-FCF for today is 18.79.
The historical rank and industry rank for Persistence Gold Group's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
HKSE:02489'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 14.48 Med: 33.3 Max: 149.36
Current: 18.79
During the past 6 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Persistence Gold Group was 149.36. The lowest was 14.48. And the median was 33.30.
HKSE:02489's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 50.34% of 443
companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: 18.35
vs HKSE:02489: 18.79
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.
Persistence Gold Group (HKSE:02489) 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.
Persistence Gold Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Persistence Gold Group's share price for today is HK$0.75.
Persistence Gold Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was HK$0.061.
* 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.
* 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.
For the Gold subindustry, Persistence Gold Group'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.
Persistence Gold Group EV-to-FCF vs Metals & Mining Industry
For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Persistence Gold Group's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Persistence Gold Group's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Persistence Gold Group's current Enterprise Value is HK$1,087.6 Mil.
Persistence Gold Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was HK$57.9 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.
Persistence Gold Group (HKSE:02489) has a EV-to-FCF of 18.79 as of Jul. 21, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Persistence Gold Group and its competitors. This is 44% below median its historical median of 33.30. Over the past decade, Persistence Gold Group's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 14.48 to 149.36. According to the industry distribution chart, Persistence Gold Group ranks #223 out of 443 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 50.3%.
Is Persistence Gold Group's EV-to-FCF too high?
Persistence Gold Group's current EV-to-FCF of 18.79 is 44% below median its 10-year median of 33.30. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 14.48 to a high of 149.36. The Metals & Mining industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.35. Persistence Gold Group's value of 18.79 is 2.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Persistence Gold Group ranks #223 out of 443 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Persistence Gold Group has a GF Score™ of 47/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Persistence Gold Group's EV-to-FCF compare to NEM and AU?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Persistence Gold Group ranks #223 out of 443 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Persistence Gold Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.35. Persistence Gold Group's value of 18.79 is 2.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Persistence Gold Group's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 14.48 to 149.36 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 33.30 vs. the industry median of 18.35, Persistence Gold Group has consistently been above 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 Metals & Mining company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Metals & Mining companies is 18.35, based on 443 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. Persistence Gold Group's current EV-to-FCF of 18.79 is 2.4% 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 Persistence Gold Group and its competitors. For the Metals & Mining industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.35 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Persistence Gold Group's current EV-to-FCF is 18.79, which is 44% below median its own 10-year median of 33.30. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Persistence Gold Group stock overvalued right now?
Persistence Gold Group (HKSE:02489) has a current EV-to-FCF of 18.79. The current EV-to-FCF is 18.79, which is 44% below median its 10-year median of 33.30 and 2.4% above the Metals & Mining industry median of 18.35. Persistence Gold Group's overall GF Score™ is 47/100 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 Persistence Gold Group (HKSE:02489), the current EV-to-FCF is 18.79 as of Jul. 21, 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.
Persistence Gold Group Ltd is engaged in gold mining and related processing activities in China. Through its subsidiaries, the company operates the Songjiagou open-pit and underground gold mines in Shandong Province and focuses on the extraction, processing, and expansion of gold mining operations.
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