Time Publishing & Media Co (SHSE:600551) EV-to-FCF: 0.47 (As of Jul. 23, 2026) — 92% Below Median

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SHSE:600551 Time Publishing & Media Co Ltd SHSE:600551
63 GF Score
Price ¥6.79
GF Value ¥7.16
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Time Publishing & Media Co EV-to-FCF?

Time Publishing & Media Co SHSE:600551 +0.89% 63 EV-to-FCF is 0.47 as of Jul. 23, 2026, which is 92% below its 10-year median of 5.95. GuruFocus rates SHSE:600551 with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥7.16 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 613 Media - Diversified companies, Time Publishing & Media Co ranks better than 92.99% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Time Publishing & Media Co's Enterprise Value is ¥471 Mil. Time Publishing & Media Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥1,009 Mil. Therefore, Time Publishing & Media Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 0.47.

The historical rank and industry rank for Time Publishing & Media Co's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

SHSE:600551' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1416.48   Med: 5.95   Max: 283.39
Current: 0.47

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Time Publishing & Media Co was 283.39. The lowest was -1416.48. And the median was 5.95.

SHSE:600551's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
92.99% of 613 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 11.37 vs SHSE:600551: 0.47

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 (2026-07-23), Time Publishing & Media Co's stock price is ¥6.79. Time Publishing & Media Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥0.591. Therefore, Time Publishing & Media Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 11.49.


Time Publishing & Media Co  (SHSE:600551) 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.

Time Publishing & Media Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=6.79/0.591
=11.49

Time Publishing & Media Co's share price for today is ¥6.79.
Time Publishing & Media 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 ¥0.591.

* 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.


Time Publishing & Media Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Time Publishing & Media Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Time Publishing & Media 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.

Time Publishing & Media Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Time Publishing & Media Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Time Publishing & Media Co Quarterly Data
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SHSE:600551 vs NYT, WLY: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Publishing subindustry, Time Publishing & Media 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.


Time Publishing & Media Co EV-to-FCF vs Media - Diversified Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where Time Publishing & Media Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Time Publishing & Media Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

Time Publishing & Media Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=471.078/1008.539
=0.47

Time Publishing & Media Co's current Enterprise Value is ¥471 Mil.
Time Publishing & Media 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 ¥1,009 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 0.47 mean?
Time Publishing & Media Co (SHSE:600551) has a EV-to-FCF of 0.47 as of Jul. 23, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Time Publishing & Media Co and its competitors. This is 92% below median its historical median of 5.95. According to the industry distribution chart, Time Publishing & Media Co ranks #43 out of 613 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 7%.
Is Time Publishing & Media Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Time Publishing & Media Co's current EV-to-FCF of 0.47 is 92% below median its 10-year median of 5.95. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.37. Time Publishing & Media Co's value of 0.47 is 95.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Time Publishing & Media Co ranks #43 out of 613 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Time Publishing & Media Co has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Time Publishing & Media Co's EV-to-FCF compare to NYT and WLY?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Time Publishing & Media Co ranks #43 out of 613 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Time Publishing & Media Co in the top 7% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.37. Time Publishing & Media Co's value of 0.47 is 95.9% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 5.95 vs. the industry median of 11.37, Time Publishing & Media 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 11.37, based on 613 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. Time Publishing & Media Co's current EV-to-FCF of 0.47 is 95.9% 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 Time Publishing & Media Co and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 11.37 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Time Publishing & Media Co's current EV-to-FCF is 0.47, which is 92% below median its own 10-year median of 5.95. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Time Publishing & Media Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Time Publishing & Media Co (SHSE:600551) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥7.16, compared to a current price of ¥6.79 — trading 5.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 0.47, which is 92% below median its 10-year median of 5.95 and 95.9% below the Media - Diversified industry median of 11.37. Time Publishing & Media Co's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 3 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 Time Publishing & Media Co (SHSE:600551), the current EV-to-FCF is 0.47 as of Jul. 23, 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 Time Publishing & Media Co (SHSE:600551) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Time Publishing & Media Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ¥6.79 is trading 5.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of ¥7.16. GuruFocus considers Time Publishing & Media Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for SHSE:600551:

  • EV-to-FCF: 0.47 (92% below median its 10-year median of 5.95)
  • GF Value™: ¥7.16 vs. price of ¥6.79 (5.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 95.9% below the Media - Diversified median (#43 of 613)

No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:600551 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Time Publishing & Media Co Business Description

Address No. 1118, Feicui Road, Publishing and Media Plaza, Shushan District, Anhui Province, Hefei, Anhui, CHN, 230071
Time Publishing & Media Co Ltd is a cultural media listed company. The main business involves multiple business areas such as book and periodical publishing, new media publishing, quality education after-school services, printing and copying, cultural product trade, equity investment, etc.
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