Tainet Communication System (ROCO:4905) EV-to-FCF: -10.75 (As of Jul. 19, 2026)

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ROCO:4905 Tainet Communication System Corp ROCO:4905
55 GF Score
Price NT$68.60
GF Value NT$279.45
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Tainet Communication System EV-to-FCF?

Tainet Communication System ROCO:4905 -1.72% 55 EV-to-FCF is -10.75 as of Jul. 19, 2026. GuruFocus rates ROCO:4905 with a GF Score™ of 55/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$279.45 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,329 Hardware companies, Tainet Communication System ranks worse than 75244.47% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Tainet Communication System's Enterprise Value is NT$2,040.3 Mil. Tainet Communication System's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$-189.8 Mil. Therefore, Tainet Communication System's EV-to-FCF for today is -10.75.

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

ROCO:4905' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -304.19   Med: 1.12   Max: 631.41
Current: -10.75

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Tainet Communication System was 631.41. The lowest was -304.19. And the median was 1.12.

ROCO:4905's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 1329 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 21.68 vs ROCO:4905: -10.75

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 (2026-07-19), Tainet Communication System's stock price is NT$68.60. Tainet Communication System's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$2.750. Therefore, Tainet Communication System's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 24.95.


Tainet Communication System  (ROCO:4905) 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.

Tainet Communication System's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=68.60/2.750
=24.95

Tainet Communication System's share price for today is NT$68.60.
Tainet Communication System'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$2.750.

* 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.


Tainet Communication System EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Tainet Communication System EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Tainet Communication System'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.

Tainet Communication System EV-to-FCF Chart

Tainet Communication System 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 -6.50 15.13 -22.73 32.45 -9.59

Tainet Communication System 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 32.45 15.14 100.58 -19.89 -9.59

ROCO:4905 vs CSCO, CIEN, MSI: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Communication Equipment subindustry, Tainet Communication System'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.


Tainet Communication System EV-to-FCF vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Tainet Communication System's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Tainet Communication System EV-to-FCF Calculation

Tainet Communication System's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=2040.307/-189.778
=-10.75

Tainet Communication System's current Enterprise Value is NT$2,040.3 Mil.
Tainet Communication System's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$-189.8 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 -10.75 mean?
Tainet Communication System (ROCO:4905) has a EV-to-FCF of -10.75 as of Jul. 19, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Tainet Communication System and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Tainet Communication System ranks #999999 out of 1329 companies in the Hardware industry.
Is Tainet Communication System's EV-to-FCF too high?
Tainet Communication System's current EV-to-FCF is -10.75. Based on the distribution chart, Tainet Communication System ranks #999999 out of 1329 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Tainet Communication System has a GF Score™ of 55/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Tainet Communication System's EV-to-FCF compare to CSCO and CIEN?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Tainet Communication System ranks #999999 out of 1329 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Tainet Communication System in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.68. 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Hardware companies is 21.68, based on 1,329 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 Tainet Communication System and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 21.68 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Tainet Communication System's current EV-to-FCF is -10.75. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Tainet Communication System stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tainet Communication System (ROCO:4905) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$279.45, compared to a current price of NT$68.60 — trading 75.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -10.75. Tainet Communication System's overall GF Score™ is 55/100 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 Tainet Communication System (ROCO:4905), the current EV-to-FCF is -10.75 as of Jul. 19, 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 Tainet Communication System (ROCO:4905) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tainet Communication System stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$68.60 is trading 75.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$279.45. GuruFocus considers Tainet Communication System to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for ROCO:4905:

  • EV-to-FCF: -10.75
  • GF Value™: NT$279.45 vs. price of NT$68.60 (75.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 55/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the ROCO:4905 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Tainet Communication System Business Description

Address No.108, Ruiguang Road, 3 floor, Huyuan Li, Neihu District, Taipei, TWN, 114
Tainet Communication System Corp is a manufacturer of digital transmission and switching equipment, data terminal equipment, line interface equipment (including telemetry devices), communication and traffic. Manufacturing, processing, trading and installation engineering business of replacement equipment, programmable power supplies, etc.
55GF Score

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NT$68.60
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