Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC (KUW:SHIP) EV-to-FCF: -16.23 (As of Jul. 08, 2026)


KUW:SHIP Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC KUW:SHIP
76 GF Score
Price KWD0.70
GF Value KWD1.04
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC EV-to-FCF?

Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC KUW:SHIP -0.14% 76 EV-to-FCF is -16.23 as of Jul. 08, 2026. GuruFocus rates KUW:SHIP with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of KWD1.04 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,097 Construction companies, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC ranks worse than 91157.61% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's Enterprise Value is KWD203.8 Mil. Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was KWD-12.6 Mil. Therefore, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's EV-to-FCF for today is -16.23.

The historical rank and industry rank for Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

KUW:SHIP' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -333.42   Med: 9.4   Max: 227.11
Current: -16.14

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC was 227.11. The lowest was -333.42. And the median was 9.40.

KUW:SHIP's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 1097 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 13.46 vs KUW:SHIP: -16.14

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 (2026-07-08), Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's stock price is KWD0.70. Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was KWD0.048. Therefore, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 14.58.


Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC  (KUW:SHIP) 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.

Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.70/0.048
=14.58

Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's share price for today is KWD0.70.
Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC'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 KWD0.048.

* 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.


Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC'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.

Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC EV-to-FCF Chart

Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 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 -19.68 19.85 -35.42 227.11 -16.21

KUW:SHIP vs PWR, FIX, EME: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC'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.


Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC EV-to-FCF vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC EV-to-FCF Calculation

Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=203.796/-12.553
=-16.23

Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's current Enterprise Value is KWD203.8 Mil.
Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC'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 KWD-12.6 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 -16.23 mean?
Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC (KUW:SHIP) has a EV-to-FCF of -16.23 as of Jul. 08, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC ranks #999999 out of 1097 companies in the Construction industry.
Is Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's EV-to-FCF too high?
Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's current EV-to-FCF is -16.23. Based on the distribution chart, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC ranks #999999 out of 1097 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's EV-to-FCF compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC ranks #999999 out of 1097 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 13.46. 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 Construction company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Construction companies is 13.46, based on 1,097 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 Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 13.46 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's current EV-to-FCF is -16.23. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC (KUW:SHIP) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is KWD1.04, compared to a current price of KWD0.70 — trading 32.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -16.23. Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 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 Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC (KUW:SHIP), the current EV-to-FCF is -16.23 as of Jul. 08, 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 Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC (KUW:SHIP) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of KWD0.70 is trading 32.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of KWD1.04. GuruFocus considers Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for KUW:SHIP:

  • EV-to-FCF: -16.23
  • GF Value™: KWD1.04 vs. price of KWD0.70 (32.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 6 warning signs

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


Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC Business Description

Address Shuwaik Port, Gate No.7, P.O. Box 21998, Safat, Kuwait, KWT, 13080
Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC is engaged in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contracting, focusing on the shipping and maritime industry in Kuwait. The Company serves sectors including oil and gas, refineries, petrochemicals, power, water distillation and desalination, shipbuilding, ship repair, dredging, and maritime construction. Its activities include industrial and marine works, installation and maintenance services, trading of equipment and spare parts, and contracting and tendering with international companies. It also provides services such as shipyard operations, fabrication, testing and calibration, quality control, scaffolding, galvanizing, onshore and offshore operations, technical manpower supply, and design and engineering services.
76GF Score

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