Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co (SHSE:600126) EV-to-FCF: 17.29 (As of Jul. 20, 2026) — 174% Above Median

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SHSE:600126 Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co Ltd SHSE:600126
70 GF Score
Price ¥6.23
GF Value ¥5.68
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co EV-to-FCF?

Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co SHSE:600126 +10.07% 70 EV-to-FCF is 17.29 as of Jul. 20, 2026, which is 174% above its 10-year median of 6.31. GuruFocus rates SHSE:600126 with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥5.68 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 361 Steel companies, Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co ranks worse than 52.63% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's Enterprise Value is ¥14,698 Mil. Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥850 Mil. Therefore, Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 17.29.

The historical rank and industry rank for Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

SHSE:600126' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -160.28   Med: 6.31   Max: 259.61
Current: 17.29

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co was 259.61. The lowest was -160.28. And the median was 6.31.

SHSE:600126's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
52.63% of 361 companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 16.18 vs SHSE:600126: 17.29

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), Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's stock price is ¥6.23. Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥0.020. Therefore, Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 311.50.


Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co  (SHSE:600126) 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.

Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=6.23/0.020
=311.50

Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's share price for today is ¥6.23.
Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was ¥0.020.

* 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.


Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hangzhou Iron & Steel 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.

Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co Quarterly Data
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SHSE:600126 vs NUE, STLD, RS: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Hangzhou Iron & Steel 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.


Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co EV-to-FCF vs Steel Industry

For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=14698.494/849.944
=17.29

Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's current Enterprise Value is ¥14,698 Mil.
Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was ¥850 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 17.29 mean?
Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co (SHSE:600126) has a EV-to-FCF of 17.29 as of Jul. 20, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co and its competitors. This is 174% above median its historical median of 6.31. According to the industry distribution chart, Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co ranks #190 out of 361 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 52.6%.
Is Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's current EV-to-FCF of 17.29 is 174% above median its 10-year median of 6.31. The Steel industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.18. Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's value of 17.29 is 6.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co ranks #190 out of 361 companies in the Steel industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's EV-to-FCF compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co ranks #190 out of 361 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.18. Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's value of 17.29 is 6.9% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 6.31 vs. the industry median of 16.18, Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co has consistently been above 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 Steel company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Steel companies is 16.18, based on 361 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. Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's current EV-to-FCF of 17.29 is 6.9% above 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 Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co and its competitors. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 16.18 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's current EV-to-FCF is 17.29, which is 174% above median its own 10-year median of 6.31. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co (SHSE:600126) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥5.68, compared to a current price of ¥6.23 — trading 9.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 17.29, which is 174% above median its 10-year median of 6.31 and 6.9% above the Steel industry median of 16.18. Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 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 Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co (SHSE:600126), the current EV-to-FCF is 17.29 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 Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co (SHSE:600126) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ¥6.23 is trading 9.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of ¥5.68. GuruFocus considers Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for SHSE:600126:

  • EV-to-FCF: 17.29 (174% above median its 10-year median of 6.31)
  • GF Value™: ¥5.68 vs. price of ¥6.23 (9.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 70/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 6.9% above the Steel median (#190 of 361)

No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:600126 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co Business Description

Address No. 178, Banshan Road, Gongshu District, Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, CHN, 310022
Hangzhou Iron & Steel Co Ltd is a China-based company primarily engaged in the manufacture and sale of steel products. Through its subsidiaries, the company produces hot-rolled coils and its products are carbon structural steels, low-alloy structural steels, cold-rolled or deep-drawn low-carbon steels, pipeline steels, automotive structural steels, container steels, shipbuilding steels, bridge steels, diamond plates, and other steels. The company is also engaged in providing environmental protection services, including sewage treatment services.
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