Zhongtai Securities Co (SHSE:600918) EV-to-FCF: -1.59 (As of Jul. 26, 2026)

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SHSE:600918 Zhongtai Securities Co Ltd SHSE:600918
62 GF Score
Price ¥5.51
GF Value ¥6.87
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Zhongtai Securities Co EV-to-FCF?

Zhongtai Securities Co SHSE:600918 -2.65% 62 EV-to-FCF is -1.59 as of Jul. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates SHSE:600918 with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥6.87 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 445 Capital Markets companies, Zhongtai Securities Co ranks better than 92.13% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Zhongtai Securities Co's Enterprise Value is ¥-35,805 Mil. Zhongtai Securities Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥22,463 Mil. Therefore, Zhongtai Securities Co's EV-to-FCF for today is -1.59.

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

SHSE:600918' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -152.06   Med: -0.46   Max: 51.83
Current: -1.59

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Zhongtai Securities Co was 51.83. The lowest was -152.06. And the median was -0.46.

SHSE:600918's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
92.13% of 445 companies
in the Capital Markets industry
Industry Median: 10.15 vs SHSE:600918: -1.59

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 (2026-07-26), Zhongtai Securities Co's stock price is ¥5.51. Zhongtai Securities Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥0.180. Therefore, Zhongtai Securities Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 30.61.


Zhongtai Securities Co  (SHSE:600918) 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.

Zhongtai Securities Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=5.51/0.180
=30.61

Zhongtai Securities Co's share price for today is ¥5.51.
Zhongtai Securities 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 ¥0.180.

* 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.


Zhongtai Securities Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Zhongtai Securities Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Zhongtai Securities 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.

Zhongtai Securities Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Zhongtai Securities 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 -141.99 0.11 -3.90 -0.86 -4.15

Zhongtai Securities 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 -1.36 -1.30 -8.25 -4.15 -2.58

SHSE:600918 vs MS, GS, SCHW: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Capital Markets subindustry, Zhongtai Securities 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.


Zhongtai Securities Co EV-to-FCF vs Capital Markets Industry

For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, Zhongtai Securities Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


SHSE:600918
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Zhongtai Securities Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

Zhongtai Securities Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=-35804.830/22462.632
=-1.59

Zhongtai Securities Co's current Enterprise Value is ¥-35,805 Mil.
Zhongtai Securities 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 ¥22,463 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 -1.59 mean?
Zhongtai Securities Co (SHSE:600918) has a EV-to-FCF of -1.59 as of Jul. 26, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Zhongtai Securities Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Zhongtai Securities Co ranks #35 out of 445 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 7.9%.
Is Zhongtai Securities Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Zhongtai Securities Co's current EV-to-FCF is -1.59. Based on the distribution chart, Zhongtai Securities Co ranks #35 out of 445 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Zhongtai Securities Co has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Zhongtai Securities Co's EV-to-FCF compare to MS and GS?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, Zhongtai Securities Co ranks #35 out of 445 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Zhongtai Securities Co in the top 8% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 10.15. 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 Capital Markets company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Capital Markets companies is 10.15, based on 445 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 Zhongtai Securities Co and its competitors. For the Capital Markets industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 10.15 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Zhongtai Securities Co's current EV-to-FCF is -1.59. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Zhongtai Securities Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zhongtai Securities Co (SHSE:600918) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥6.87, compared to a current price of ¥5.51 — trading 19.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -1.59. Zhongtai Securities Co's overall GF Score™ is 62/100 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 Zhongtai Securities Co (SHSE:600918), the current EV-to-FCF is -1.59 as of Jul. 26, 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 Zhongtai Securities Co (SHSE:600918) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zhongtai Securities Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ¥5.51 is trading 19.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of ¥6.87. GuruFocus considers Zhongtai Securities Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SHSE:600918:

  • EV-to-FCF: -1.59
  • GF Value™: ¥6.87 vs. price of ¥5.51 (19.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 62/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:600918 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Zhongtai Securities Co Business Description

Address No. 86, Jingqi Road, Shizhong District, Shandong Province, Jinan, CHN, 250001
Zhongtai Securities Co Ltd is a China-based company mainly engaged in wealth management business. The company operates through eight segments: Asset management business segment, Credit business segment, Futures business segment, International business segment, Investment banking segment, Investment business segment, Wealth management business segment, and Others. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Wealth management business segment. The wealth management business mainly provides securities brokerage services, investment advisory services, product allocation services, and comprehensive financial services.
62GF Score

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