China Times Co (ROCO:8923) EV-to-FCF: 6.73 (As of Jul. 15, 2026) — 31% Below Median

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ROCO:8923 China Times Co Ltd ROCO:8923
76 GF Score
Price NT$18.75
GF Value NT$19.78
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is China Times Co EV-to-FCF?

China Times Co ROCO:8923 -2.60% 76 EV-to-FCF is 6.73 as of Jul. 15, 2026, which is 31% below its 10-year median of 9.70. GuruFocus rates ROCO:8923 with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$19.78 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 612 Media - Diversified companies, China Times Co ranks better than 66.34% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, China Times Co's Enterprise Value is NT$378.9 Mil. China Times Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$56.3 Mil. Therefore, China Times Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 6.73.

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

ROCO:8923' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -174.57   Med: 9.7   Max: 247.32
Current: 7

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of China Times Co was 247.32. The lowest was -174.57. And the median was 9.70.

ROCO:8923's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
66.34% of 612 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 11.515 vs ROCO:8923: 7.00

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 (2026-07-15), China Times Co's stock price is NT$18.75. China Times Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$0.950. Therefore, China Times Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 19.74.


China Times Co  (ROCO:8923) 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.

China Times Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=18.75/0.950
=19.74

China Times Co's share price for today is NT$18.75.
China Times 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$0.950.

* 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.


China Times Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


China Times Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for China Times 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.

China Times Co EV-to-FCF Chart

China Times Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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China Times 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 15.99 15.21 6.72 9.80 7.41

ROCO:8923 vs NYT, WLY: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Publishing subindustry, China Times 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.


China Times Co EV-to-FCF vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, China Times Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where China Times Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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China Times Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

China Times Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=378.922/56.293
=6.73

China Times Co's current Enterprise Value is NT$378.9 Mil.
China Times 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$56.3 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 6.73 mean?
China Times Co (ROCO:8923) has a EV-to-FCF of 6.73 as of Jul. 15, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on China Times Co and its competitors. This is 31% below median its historical median of 9.70. According to the industry distribution chart, China Times Co ranks #206 out of 612 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 33.7%.
Is China Times Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
China Times Co's current EV-to-FCF of 6.73 is 31% below median its 10-year median of 9.70. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.52. China Times Co's value of 6.73 is 41.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, China Times Co ranks #206 out of 612 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, China Times Co has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does China Times Co's EV-to-FCF compare to NYT and WLY?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, China Times Co ranks #206 out of 612 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts China Times Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.52. China Times Co's value of 6.73 is 41.6% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 9.70 vs. the industry median of 11.52, China Times 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Media - Diversified companies is 11.52, based on 612 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. China Times Co's current EV-to-FCF of 6.73 is 41.6% 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 China Times Co and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 11.52 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. China Times Co's current EV-to-FCF is 6.73, which is 31% below median its own 10-year median of 9.70. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is China Times Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Times Co (ROCO:8923) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$19.78, compared to a current price of NT$18.75 — trading 5.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 6.73, which is 31% below median its 10-year median of 9.70 and 41.6% below the Media - Diversified industry median of 11.52. China Times Co's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 5 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 China Times Co (ROCO:8923), the current EV-to-FCF is 6.73 as of Jul. 15, 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 China Times Co (ROCO:8923) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Times Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$18.75 is trading 5.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$19.78. GuruFocus considers China Times Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for ROCO:8923:

  • EV-to-FCF: 6.73 (31% below median its 10-year median of 9.70)
  • GF Value™: NT$19.78 vs. price of NT$18.75 (5.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 41.6% below the Media - Diversified median (#206 of 612)

No single metric tells the full story. See the ROCO:8923 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


China Times Co Business Description

Address No. 240, Heping West Road, 1-7 Floor, Section 3, Wanhua District, Taipei, TWN, 108
China Times Co Ltd is a Taiwan-based company principally engaged in the publishing and distribution of books and magazines. Its activities mainly include editing, publishing, and wholesale distribution of books and magazines, as well as exhibition services.
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