QST International (ROCO:8349) EV-to-FCF: -16.97 (As of Jul. 20, 2026)

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ROCO:8349 QST International Corp ROCO:8349
74 GF Score
Price NT$39.35
GF Value NT$44.66
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is QST International EV-to-FCF?

QST International ROCO:8349 -1.38% 74 EV-to-FCF is -16.97 as of Jul. 20, 2026. GuruFocus rates ROCO:8349 with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$44.66 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,733 Industrial Products companies, QST International ranks worse than 57703.35% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, QST International's Enterprise Value is NT$19,088 Mil. QST International's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$-1,125 Mil. Therefore, QST International's EV-to-FCF for today is -16.97.

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

ROCO:8349' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -79.49   Med: -14.64   Max: 524.41
Current: -16.97

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of QST International was 524.41. The lowest was -79.49. And the median was -14.64.

ROCO:8349's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 1733 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 24.37 vs ROCO:8349: -16.97

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 (2026-07-20), QST International's stock price is NT$39.35. QST International's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$1.938. Therefore, QST International's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 20.30.


QST International  (ROCO:8349) 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.

QST International's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=39.35/1.938
=20.30

QST International's share price for today is NT$39.35.
QST International'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$1.938.

* 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.


QST International EV-to-FCF Related Terms


QST International EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for QST International'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.

QST International EV-to-FCF Chart

QST International 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 -18.16 -17.14 -23.23 -14.28 -17.98

QST International 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 -14.28 -12.66 -18.40 -18.86 -17.98

ROCO:8349 vs SNA, RBC, LECO: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Tools & Accessories subindustry, QST International'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.


QST International EV-to-FCF vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, QST International's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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QST International EV-to-FCF Calculation

QST International's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=19088.135/-1124.959
=-16.97

QST International's current Enterprise Value is NT$19,088 Mil.
QST International's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$-1,125 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 -16.97 mean?
QST International (ROCO:8349) has a EV-to-FCF of -16.97 as of Jul. 20, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on QST International and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, QST International ranks #999999 out of 1733 companies in the Industrial Products industry.
Is QST International's EV-to-FCF too high?
QST International's current EV-to-FCF is -16.97. Based on the distribution chart, QST International ranks #999999 out of 1733 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, QST International has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does QST International's EV-to-FCF compare to SNA and RBC?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, QST International ranks #999999 out of 1733 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places QST International in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 24.37. 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Industrial Products companies is 24.37, based on 1,733 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 QST International and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 24.37 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. QST International's current EV-to-FCF is -16.97. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is QST International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, QST International (ROCO:8349) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$44.66, compared to a current price of NT$39.35 — trading 11.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -16.97. QST International's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 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 QST International (ROCO:8349), the current EV-to-FCF is -16.97 as of Jul. 20, 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 QST International (ROCO:8349) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, QST International stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$39.35 is trading 11.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$44.66. GuruFocus considers QST International to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ROCO:8349:

  • EV-to-FCF: -16.97
  • GF Value™: NT$44.66 vs. price of NT$39.35 (11.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 8 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the ROCO:8349 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


QST International Business Description

Other Exchanges 8349A.PFD:Taiwan
Address Section 1, Changrong Road, No. 203, 3rd Floor, East District, Tainan City, TWN, 70143
QST International Corp is principally engaged in the manufacture, production, and trading of screws and nuts. Its activities include the wholesale of fasteners, industrial hardware, hardware tools, plastic products, inspection services, and accessories; the manufacture of metal products such as automotive nuts and molds; the manufacture and sale of automotive fasteners; and the manufacture of automotive parts and accessories and metal structures. It operates in Taiwan, China, Germany, Vietnam, and other countries, with China generating maximum revenue.
74GF Score

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NT$39.35
Price
NT$44.66
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