Zai Lab (MEX:ZLAB N) EV-to-FCF: -34.50 (As of Jul. 03, 2026)


MEX:ZLAB N Zai Lab Ltd MEX:ZLAB N
64 GF Score
Price MXN810.00
GF Value MXN1,281.35
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Zai Lab EV-to-FCF?

Zai Lab MEX:ZLAB N 64 EV-to-FCF is -34.50 as of Jul. 03, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:ZLAB N with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN1,281.35. The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 332 Biotechnology companies, Zai Lab ranks worse than 301204.52% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Zai Lab's Enterprise Value is MXN83,974 Mil. Zai Lab's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN-2,434 Mil. Therefore, Zai Lab's EV-to-FCF for today is -34.50.

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

MEX:ZLAB N' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -144.51   Med: -9.29   Max: -2.53
Current: -13.02

During the past 11 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Zai Lab was -2.53. The lowest was -144.51. And the median was -9.29.

MEX:ZLAB N's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 332 companies
in the Biotechnology industry
Industry Median: 16.26 vs MEX:ZLAB N: -13.02

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 (2026-07-03), Zai Lab's stock price is MXN810.00. Zai Lab's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN-31.072. Therefore, Zai Lab's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Zai Lab  (MEX:ZLAB N) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=810.00/-31.072
=At Loss

Zai Lab's share price for today is MXN810.00.
Zai Lab'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 MXN-31.072.

* 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.


Zai Lab EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Zai Lab EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Zai Lab'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.

Zai Lab EV-to-FCF Chart

Zai Lab 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 -8.11 -4.99 -9.03 -7.95 -9.05

Zai Lab 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 -14.04 -14.30 -15.45 -9.05 -12.49

MEX:ZLAB N vs STOK, ADMA, VRDN: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Biotechnology subindustry, Zai Lab'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.


Zai Lab EV-to-FCF vs Biotechnology Industry

For the Biotechnology industry and Healthcare sector, Zai Lab's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Zai Lab EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=83974.350/-2434.177
=-34.50

Zai Lab's current Enterprise Value is MXN83,974 Mil.
Zai Lab'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 MXN-2,434 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 -34.50 mean?
Zai Lab (MEX:ZLAB N) has a EV-to-FCF of -34.50 as of Jul. 03, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Zai Lab and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Zai Lab ranks #999999 out of 332 companies in the Biotechnology industry.
Is Zai Lab's EV-to-FCF too high?
Zai Lab's current EV-to-FCF is -34.50. Based on the distribution chart, Zai Lab ranks #999999 out of 332 companies in the Biotechnology industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Zai Lab has a GF Score™ of 64/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Zai Lab's EV-to-FCF compare to STOK and ADMA?
According to the Biotechnology industry distribution chart, Zai Lab ranks #999999 out of 332 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Zai Lab in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.26. 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 Biotechnology company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Biotechnology companies is 16.26, based on 332 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 Zai Lab and its competitors. For the Biotechnology industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 16.26 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Zai Lab's current EV-to-FCF is -34.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Zai Lab stock overvalued right now?
Zai Lab (MEX:ZLAB N) has a current EV-to-FCF of -34.50. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN1,281.35, compared to a current price of MXN810.00 — trading 36.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -34.50. Zai Lab's overall GF Score™ is 64/100 with 8 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 Zai Lab (MEX:ZLAB N), the current EV-to-FCF is -34.50 as of Jul. 03, 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 Zai Lab (MEX:ZLAB N) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zai Lab stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN810.00 is trading 36.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN1,281.35.

Key valuation signals for MEX:ZLAB N:

  • EV-to-FCF: -34.50
  • GF Value™: MXN1,281.35 vs. price of MXN810.00 (36.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 64/100 with 8 warning signs

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


Zai Lab Business Description

Address 899 Halei Road, Building B, Pudong, Shanghai, CHN, 201203
Zai Lab Ltd is a biopharmaceutical company focusing on discovering or licensing, developing, and commercializing proprietary therapeutics that address areas of unmet medical need including in the fields of oncology, autoimmune and infectious diseases. Zai Lab has a diverse pipeline of potentially first-in-class product candidates developed through in-house R&D and global partnerships. The company has successfully commercialized several products in China, including Zejula, Optune, Qinlock, and Nuzyra, with plans for further expansion The pipeline of proprietary drug candidates of the company includes ZL-1222, ZL-1311, ZL-6201 and many others.
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