Hi-Lai Foods Co (ROCO:1268) EV-to-FCF: 12.44 (As of Jul. 18, 2026) — 35% Below Median

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ROCO:1268 Hi-Lai Foods Co Ltd ROCO:1268
82 GF Score
Price NT$169.50
GF Value NT$199.19
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Hi-Lai Foods Co EV-to-FCF?

Hi-Lai Foods Co ROCO:1268 -0.29% 82 EV-to-FCF is 12.44 as of Jul. 18, 2026, which is 35% below its 10-year median of 19.14. GuruFocus rates ROCO:1268 with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$199.19 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 278 Restaurants companies, Hi-Lai Foods Co ranks better than 65.47% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Hi-Lai Foods Co's Enterprise Value is NT$7,840 Mil. Hi-Lai Foods Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$630 Mil. Therefore, Hi-Lai Foods Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 12.44.

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

ROCO:1268' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.39   Med: 19.14   Max: 2819.35
Current: 12.44

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Hi-Lai Foods Co was 2819.35. The lowest was 7.39. And the median was 19.14.

ROCO:1268's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
65.47% of 278 companies
in the Restaurants industry
Industry Median: 17.83 vs ROCO:1268: 12.44

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 (2026-07-18), Hi-Lai Foods Co's stock price is NT$169.50. Hi-Lai Foods Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$10.100. Therefore, Hi-Lai Foods Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 16.78.


Hi-Lai Foods Co  (ROCO:1268) 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.

Hi-Lai Foods Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=169.50/10.100
=16.78

Hi-Lai Foods Co's share price for today is NT$169.50.
Hi-Lai Foods Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$10.100.

* 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.


Hi-Lai Foods Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Hi-Lai Foods Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hi-Lai Foods Co'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.

Hi-Lai Foods Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Hi-Lai Foods Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Hi-Lai Foods Co Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25
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 15.33 10.65 10.54 10.10 11.77

ROCO:1268 vs MCD, SBUX, YUM: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Restaurants subindustry, Hi-Lai Foods Co'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.


Hi-Lai Foods Co EV-to-FCF vs Restaurants Industry

For the Restaurants industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Hi-Lai Foods Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hi-Lai Foods Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.


ROCO:1268
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Hi-Lai Foods Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

Hi-Lai Foods Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=7840.023/630.406
=12.44

Hi-Lai Foods Co's current Enterprise Value is NT$7,840 Mil.
Hi-Lai Foods Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$630 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 12.44 mean?
Hi-Lai Foods Co (ROCO:1268) has a EV-to-FCF of 12.44 as of Jul. 18, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Hi-Lai Foods Co and its competitors. This is 35% below median its historical median of 19.14. Over the past decade, Hi-Lai Foods Co's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 7.39 to 2,819.35. According to the industry distribution chart, Hi-Lai Foods Co ranks #96 out of 278 companies in the Restaurants industry, placing it in the top 34.5%.
Is Hi-Lai Foods Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Hi-Lai Foods Co's current EV-to-FCF of 12.44 is 35% below median its 10-year median of 19.14. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.39 to a high of 2,819.35. The Restaurants industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.83. Hi-Lai Foods Co's value of 12.44 is 30.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hi-Lai Foods Co ranks #96 out of 278 companies in the Restaurants industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Hi-Lai Foods Co has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hi-Lai Foods Co's EV-to-FCF compare to MCD and SBUX?
According to the Restaurants industry distribution chart, Hi-Lai Foods Co ranks #96 out of 278 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Hi-Lai Foods Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.83. Hi-Lai Foods Co's value of 12.44 is 30.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Hi-Lai Foods Co's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 7.39 to 2,819.35 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 19.14 vs. the industry median of 17.83, Hi-Lai Foods Co 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 Restaurants company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Restaurants companies is 17.83, based on 278 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. Hi-Lai Foods Co's current EV-to-FCF of 12.44 is 30.2% 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 Hi-Lai Foods Co and its competitors. For the Restaurants industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 17.83 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hi-Lai Foods Co's current EV-to-FCF is 12.44, which is 35% below median its own 10-year median of 19.14. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hi-Lai Foods Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hi-Lai Foods Co (ROCO:1268) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$199.19, compared to a current price of NT$169.50 — trading 14.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 12.44, which is 35% below median its 10-year median of 19.14 and 30.2% below the Restaurants industry median of 17.83. Hi-Lai Foods Co's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 7 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 Hi-Lai Foods Co (ROCO:1268), the current EV-to-FCF is 12.44 as of Jul. 18, 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 Hi-Lai Foods Co (ROCO:1268) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hi-Lai Foods Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$169.50 is trading 14.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$199.19. GuruFocus considers Hi-Lai Foods Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ROCO:1268:

  • EV-to-FCF: 12.44 (35% below median its 10-year median of 19.14)
  • GF Value™: NT$199.19 vs. price of NT$169.50 (14.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 30.2% below the Restaurants median (#96 of 278)

No single metric tells the full story. See the ROCO:1268 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hi-Lai Foods Co Business Description

Address No.266, Chenggong 1st Road, 21st Floor - 1, Qianjin District, Kaohsiung, TWN, 801
Hi-Lai Foods Co Ltd is a Taiwan-based food and beverages company. The company has large team of chefs and a professional brand marketing team, continuously developing new food, beverage, and dessert products, coupled with high-quality service and ambiance to attract diverse consumer groups.
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NT$169.50
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NT$199.19
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