Sanbase (HKSE:08501) EV-to-FCF: 3.15 (As of Aug. 17, 2026) — 855% Above Median

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HKSE:08501 Sanbase Corp Ltd HKSE:08501
41 GF Score
Price HK$0.90
GF Value HK$0.29
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Sanbase EV-to-FCF?

Sanbase HKSE:08501 41 EV-to-FCF is 3.15 as of Aug. 17, 2026, which is 855% above its 10-year median of 0.33. GuruFocus rates HKSE:08501 with a GF Score™ of 41/100 and a GF Value™ of HK$0.29 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 720 Business Services companies, Sanbase ranks better than 88.19% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Sanbase's Enterprise Value is HK$60.0 Mil. Sanbase's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was HK$19.1 Mil. Therefore, Sanbase's EV-to-FCF for today is 3.15.

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

HKSE:08501' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -70.08   Med: 0.33   Max: 212.06
Current: 3.15

During the past 11 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Sanbase was 212.06. The lowest was -70.08. And the median was 0.33.

HKSE:08501's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
88.19% of 720 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 12.985 vs HKSE:08501: 3.15

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 (2026-08-17), Sanbase's stock price is HK$0.90. Sanbase's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was HK$-0.068. Therefore, Sanbase's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Sanbase  (HKSE:08501) 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.

Sanbase's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.90/-0.068
=At Loss

Sanbase's share price for today is HK$0.90.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sanbase's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was HK$-0.068.

* 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.


Sanbase EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Sanbase EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sanbase'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.

Sanbase EV-to-FCF Chart

Sanbase Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF
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Sanbase Semi-Annual Data
Mar16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
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 -1.40 0.00 1.70 0.00 0.94

HKSE:08501 vs VRSK, EFX, BAH: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Consulting Services subindustry, Sanbase'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.


Sanbase EV-to-FCF vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Sanbase's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


HKSE:08501
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Sanbase EV-to-FCF Calculation

Sanbase's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=59.966/19.051
=3.15

Sanbase's current Enterprise Value is HK$60.0 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sanbase's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was HK$19.1 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 3.15 mean?
Sanbase (HKSE:08501) has a EV-to-FCF of 3.15 as of Aug. 17, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Sanbase and its competitors. This is 855% above median its historical median of 0.33. According to the industry distribution chart, Sanbase ranks #85 out of 720 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 11.8%.
Is Sanbase's EV-to-FCF too high?
Sanbase's current EV-to-FCF of 3.15 is 855% above median its 10-year median of 0.33. The Business Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.99. Sanbase's value of 3.15 is 75.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sanbase ranks #85 out of 720 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Sanbase has a GF Score™ of 41/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sanbase's EV-to-FCF compare to VRSK and EFX?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Sanbase ranks #85 out of 720 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Sanbase in the top 12% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.99. Sanbase's value of 3.15 is 75.7% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 0.33 vs. the industry median of 12.99, Sanbase 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Business Services companies is 12.99, based on 720 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. Sanbase's current EV-to-FCF of 3.15 is 75.7% 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 Sanbase and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 12.99 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sanbase's current EV-to-FCF is 3.15, which is 855% above median its own 10-year median of 0.33. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sanbase stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sanbase (HKSE:08501) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$0.29, compared to a current price of HK$0.90 — trading 210.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 3.15, which is 855% above median its 10-year median of 0.33 and 75.7% below the Business Services industry median of 12.99. Sanbase's overall GF Score™ is 41/100 with 5 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 Sanbase (HKSE:08501), the current EV-to-FCF is 3.15 as of Aug. 17, 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 Sanbase (HKSE:08501) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sanbase stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of HK$0.90 is trading 210.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of HK$0.29. GuruFocus considers Sanbase to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for HKSE:08501:

  • EV-to-FCF: 3.15 (855% above median its 10-year median of 0.33)
  • GF Value™: HK$0.29 vs. price of HK$0.90 (210.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 41/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 75.7% below the Business Services median (#85 of 720)

No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:08501 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Sanbase Business Description

Address 267-275 Des Voeux Road, 16th Floor, Loon Kee Building, Central, Hong Kong, HKG
Sanbase Corp Ltd is an investment holding company. The company is engaged in providing interior fit-out solutions. It focuses on providing services to clients whose offices are predominately situated in Grade A offices in Hong Kong and the PRC. The Company's segments cover Bare shell fit-out, Restacking, Reinstatement, Design, Churn works and Maintenance and others. It derives key revenue from Hong Kong as well as from Bare shell fit-out segment. The company operates in the PRC and Hong Kong.
41GF Score

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