Shanghai Join Buy Co (SHSE:600838) EV-to-FCF: 6,835.31 (As of Jul. 23, 2026)

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SHSE:600838 Shanghai Join Buy Co Ltd SHSE:600838
57 GF Score
Price ¥6.83
GF Value ¥8.87
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Shanghai Join Buy Co EV-to-FCF?

Shanghai Join Buy Co SHSE:600838 +2.40% 57 EV-to-FCF is 6,835.31 as of Jul. 23, 2026. GuruFocus rates SHSE:600838 with a GF Score™ of 57/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥8.87 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 775 Retail - Cyclical companies, Shanghai Join Buy Co ranks worse than 100% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Shanghai Join Buy Co's Enterprise Value is ¥2,221.48 Mil. Shanghai Join Buy Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥0.33 Mil. Therefore, Shanghai Join Buy Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 6,835.31.

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

SHSE:600838' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -6796.55   Med: -226.01   Max: 11178.89
Current: 7143.68

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Shanghai Join Buy Co was 11178.89. The lowest was -6796.55. And the median was -226.01.

SHSE:600838's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 775 companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 13.64 vs SHSE:600838: 7143.68

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), Shanghai Join Buy Co's stock price is ¥6.83. Shanghai Join Buy Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥0.105. Therefore, Shanghai Join Buy Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 65.05.


Shanghai Join Buy Co  (SHSE:600838) 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.

Shanghai Join Buy Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=6.83/0.105
=65.05

Shanghai Join Buy Co's share price for today is ¥6.83.
Shanghai Join Buy 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 ¥0.105.

* 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.


Shanghai Join Buy Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Shanghai Join Buy Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Shanghai Join Buy 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.

Shanghai Join Buy Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Shanghai Join Buy Co 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 -6,707.56 2,365.76 -1,828.69 -1,434.26 1,567.89

Shanghai Join Buy Co Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 -389.62 -2,203.31 -1,518.11 1,567.89 11,189.50

SHSE:600838 vs DDS: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Department Stores subindustry, Shanghai Join Buy 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.


Shanghai Join Buy Co EV-to-FCF vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Shanghai Join Buy Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Shanghai Join Buy Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.


SHSE:600838
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Shanghai Join Buy Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

Shanghai Join Buy Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=2221.475/0.325
=6,835.31

Shanghai Join Buy Co's current Enterprise Value is ¥2,221.48 Mil.
Shanghai Join Buy 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 ¥0.33 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 6,835.31 mean?
Shanghai Join Buy Co (SHSE:600838) has a EV-to-FCF of 6,835.31 as of Jul. 23, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Shanghai Join Buy Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Shanghai Join Buy Co ranks #775 out of 775 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry.
Is Shanghai Join Buy Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Shanghai Join Buy Co's current EV-to-FCF is 6,835.31. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-FCF is 13.64. Shanghai Join Buy Co's value of 6,835.31 is 50012.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Shanghai Join Buy Co ranks #775 out of 775 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Shanghai Join Buy Co has a GF Score™ of 57/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Shanghai Join Buy Co's EV-to-FCF compare to DDS?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Shanghai Join Buy Co ranks #775 out of 775 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Shanghai Join Buy Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 13.64. Shanghai Join Buy Co's value of 6,835.31 is 50012.2% above this benchmark. 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Retail - Cyclical companies is 13.64, based on 775 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. Shanghai Join Buy Co's current EV-to-FCF of 6,835.31 is 50012.2% 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 Shanghai Join Buy Co and its competitors. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 13.64 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Shanghai Join Buy Co's current EV-to-FCF is 6,835.31. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Shanghai Join Buy Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shanghai Join Buy Co (SHSE:600838) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥8.87, compared to a current price of ¥6.83 — trading 23% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 6,835.31 and 50012.2% above the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 13.64. Shanghai Join Buy Co's overall GF Score™ is 57/100 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 Shanghai Join Buy Co (SHSE:600838), the current EV-to-FCF is 6,835.31 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 Shanghai Join Buy Co (SHSE:600838) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shanghai Join Buy Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ¥6.83 is trading 23% below its estimated GF Value™ of ¥8.87. GuruFocus considers Shanghai Join Buy Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SHSE:600838:

  • EV-to-FCF: 6,835.31
  • GF Value™: ¥8.87 vs. price of ¥6.83 (23% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 57/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 50012.2% above the Retail - Cyclical median (#775 of 775)

No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:600838 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Shanghai Join Buy Co Business Description

Address No. 940 Changde Road, Shanghai, Shanghai, CHN, 200040
Shanghai Join Buy Co Ltd owns and operates department stores in China. It focuses on production and sale of washing chemical products; clothing and textiles dyeing, ironing, weaving, and leather products care; wholesale of wine products; commercial property investment leasing management; and equity investment management.
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