Z-Com (ROCO:8176) EV-to-FCF: 2.91 (As of Jul. 17, 2026) — 52% Below Median

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ROCO:8176 Z-Com Inc ROCO:8176
71 GF Score
Price NT$9.95
GF Value NT$12.27
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Z-Com EV-to-FCF?

Z-Com ROCO:8176 -2.45% 71 EV-to-FCF is 2.91 as of Jul. 17, 2026, which is 52% below its 10-year median of 6.06. GuruFocus rates ROCO:8176 with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$12.27 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,330 Hardware companies, Z-Com ranks better than 91.35% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Z-Com's Enterprise Value is NT$411.1 Mil. Z-Com's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$141.2 Mil. Therefore, Z-Com's EV-to-FCF for today is 2.91.

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

ROCO:8176' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -379.28   Med: 6.06   Max: 139.64
Current: 2.96

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Z-Com was 139.64. The lowest was -379.28. And the median was 6.06.

ROCO:8176's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
91.35% of 1330 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 22.52 vs ROCO:8176: 2.96

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 (2026-07-17), Z-Com's stock price is NT$9.95. Z-Com's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$0.390. Therefore, Z-Com's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 25.51.


Z-Com  (ROCO:8176) 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.

Z-Com's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=9.95/0.390
=25.51

Z-Com's share price for today is NT$9.95.
Z-Com'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$0.390.

* 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.


Z-Com EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Z-Com EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Z-Com'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.

Z-Com EV-to-FCF Chart

Z-Com 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 -3.76 -10.27 27.48 18.10 3.21

Z-Com 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 18.10 5.54 3.19 2.22 3.21

ROCO:8176 vs CSCO, CIEN, MSI: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Communication Equipment subindustry, Z-Com'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.


Z-Com EV-to-FCF vs Hardware Industry

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

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


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Z-Com EV-to-FCF Calculation

Z-Com's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=411.135/141.174
=2.91

Z-Com's current Enterprise Value is NT$411.1 Mil.
Z-Com'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$141.2 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 2.91 mean?
Z-Com (ROCO:8176) has a EV-to-FCF of 2.91 as of Jul. 17, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Z-Com and its competitors. This is 52% below median its historical median of 6.06. According to the industry distribution chart, Z-Com ranks #115 out of 1330 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 8.6%.
Is Z-Com's EV-to-FCF too high?
Z-Com's current EV-to-FCF of 2.91 is 52% below median its 10-year median of 6.06. The Hardware industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.52. Z-Com's value of 2.91 is 87.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Z-Com ranks #115 out of 1330 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Z-Com has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Z-Com's EV-to-FCF compare to CSCO and CIEN?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Z-Com ranks #115 out of 1330 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Z-Com in the top 9% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.52. Z-Com's value of 2.91 is 87.1% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 6.06 vs. the industry median of 22.52, Z-Com 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Hardware companies is 22.52, based on 1,330 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. Z-Com's current EV-to-FCF of 2.91 is 87.1% 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 Z-Com and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.52 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Z-Com's current EV-to-FCF is 2.91, which is 52% below median its own 10-year median of 6.06. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Z-Com stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Z-Com (ROCO:8176) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$12.27, compared to a current price of NT$9.95 — trading 18.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 2.91, which is 52% below median its 10-year median of 6.06 and 87.1% below the Hardware industry median of 22.52. Z-Com's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 2 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 Z-Com (ROCO:8176), the current EV-to-FCF is 2.91 as of Jul. 17, 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 Z-Com (ROCO:8176) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Z-Com stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$9.95 is trading 18.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$12.27. GuruFocus considers Z-Com to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ROCO:8176:

  • EV-to-FCF: 2.91 (52% below median its 10-year median of 6.06)
  • GF Value™: NT$12.27 vs. price of NT$9.95 (18.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 87.1% below the Hardware median (#115 of 1330)

No single metric tells the full story. See the ROCO:8176 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Z-Com Business Description

Address No. 8, Xinan Road, 5th Floor, Hsinchu Science Park, Hsinchu, TWN, 300
Z-Com Inc mainly engaged in research, development and design of software and hardware, manufacturing, sales and system integration for wireless communication systems. The company's products include Wireless LAN Controllers, Indoor Access Points, Outdoor Access Points, Cellular Gateway, Serial Device Servers Industrial Cellular Gateway, Wi-Fi modules, Accessories, and others. The group has only one reportable operating segment. The company has geographical presence in Taiwan, Mainland China, Germany, and Others. The company generates majority of revenue from Germany.
71GF Score

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