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EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Forward Electronics Co's Enterprise Value is NT$1,721.0 Mil.
Forward Electronics Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$-39.5 Mil. Therefore, Forward Electronics Co's EV-to-FCF for today is -43.57.
The historical rank and industry rank for Forward Electronics Co's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
ROCO:8085'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -300.32 Med: -3.49 Max: 463.35
Current: -44.45
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Forward Electronics Co was 463.35. The lowest was -300.32. And the median was -3.49.
ROCO:8085's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 100% of 1334
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 22.855
vs ROCO:8085: -44.45
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.
Forward Electronics Co (ROCO:8085) 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.
Forward Electronics Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Forward Electronics Co's share price for today is NT$11.80.
Forward Electronics Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$-1.010.
* 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.
* 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.
For the Electronic Components subindustry, Forward Electronics 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.
Forward Electronics Co EV-to-FCF vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Forward Electronics Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Forward Electronics Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Forward Electronics Co's current Enterprise Value is NT$1,721.0 Mil.
Forward Electronics Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$-39.5 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.
Forward Electronics Co (ROCO:8085) has a EV-to-FCF of -43.57 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Forward Electronics Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Forward Electronics Co ranks #999999 out of 1334 companies in the Hardware industry.
Is Forward Electronics Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Forward Electronics Co's current EV-to-FCF is -43.57. Based on the distribution chart, Forward Electronics Co ranks #999999 out of 1334 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Forward Electronics Co has a GF Score™ of 44/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Forward Electronics Co's EV-to-FCF compare to APH and GLW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Forward Electronics Co ranks #999999 out of 1334 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Forward Electronics Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.86. 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 22.86, based on 1,334 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 Forward Electronics Co and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.86 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Forward Electronics Co's current EV-to-FCF is -43.57. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Forward Electronics Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Forward Electronics Co (ROCO:8085) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$29.93, compared to a current price of NT$11.80 — trading 60.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -43.57. Forward Electronics Co's overall GF Score™ is 44/100 with 4 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 Forward Electronics Co (ROCO:8085), the current EV-to-FCF is -43.57 as of Jul. 14, 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 Forward Electronics Co (ROCO:8085) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Forward Electronics Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of NT$11.80 is trading 60.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$29.93.
GuruFocus considers Forward Electronics Co to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for ROCO:8085:
EV-to-FCF: -43.57
GF Value™: NT$29.93 vs. price of NT$11.80 (60.6% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ROCO:8085 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Forward Electronics Co Ltd is engaged in the manufacturing, development, and sales of backlight modules, liquid crystal display modules, switches, variable resistors, sensors, and bit generators, Produces peripheral products for information appliances, including game consoles, vehicle anti-collision systems, and lighting products as well as carbon credits development, carbon neutral consulting, and energy storage solutions. Company has divided its business into three segments Optoelectronic segment, Electronics components products segment and Electronics applications products segment. Geographically, company has it's presence in Mainland China, Taiwan and others.
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