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Chinatellite Communications CoSHSE:601698 -6.67%76 EV-to-FCF is 463.92 as of Jul. 18, 2026, which is 175% above its 10-year median of 168.93. GuruFocus rates SHSE:601698 with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥23.58 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 249 Telecommunication Services companies, Chinatellite Communications Co ranks worse than 99.2% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Chinatellite Communications Co's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
SHSE:601698'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -158 Med: 168.93 Max: 1453.17
Current: 471.4
During the past 12 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Chinatellite Communications Co was 1453.17. The lowest was -158.00. And the median was 168.93.
SHSE:601698's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 99.2% of 249
companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 15.2
vs SHSE:601698: 471.40
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.
Chinatellite Communications Co (SHSE:601698) 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.
Chinatellite Communications Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Chinatellite Communications Co's share price for today is ¥25.59.
Chinatellite Communications 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 ¥0.094.
* 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.
Chinatellite Communications Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Chinatellite Communications Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data
* 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.
For the Telecom Services subindustry, Chinatellite Communications 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.
Chinatellite Communications Co EV-to-FCF vs Telecommunication Services Industry
For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Chinatellite Communications Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Chinatellite Communications Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Chinatellite Communications Co's current Enterprise Value is ¥107,377 Mil.
Chinatellite Communications 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 ¥231 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.
Chinatellite Communications Co (SHSE:601698) has a EV-to-FCF of 463.92 as of Jul. 18, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Chinatellite Communications Co and its competitors. This is 175% above median its historical median of 168.93. According to the industry distribution chart, Chinatellite Communications Co ranks #247 out of 249 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 99.2%.
Is Chinatellite Communications Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Chinatellite Communications Co's current EV-to-FCF of 463.92 is 175% above median its 10-year median of 168.93. The Telecommunication Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.20. Chinatellite Communications Co's value of 463.92 is 2952.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Chinatellite Communications Co ranks #247 out of 249 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Chinatellite Communications 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 Chinatellite Communications Co's EV-to-FCF compare to TMUS and VZ?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Chinatellite Communications Co ranks #247 out of 249 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Chinatellite Communications Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.20. Chinatellite Communications Co's value of 463.92 is 2952.1% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 168.93 vs. the industry median of 15.20, Chinatellite Communications 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 Telecommunication Services company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Telecommunication Services companies is 15.20, based on 249 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. Chinatellite Communications Co's current EV-to-FCF of 463.92 is 2952.1% 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 Chinatellite Communications Co and its competitors. For the Telecommunication Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.20 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Chinatellite Communications Co's current EV-to-FCF is 463.92, which is 175% above median its own 10-year median of 168.93. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Chinatellite Communications Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Chinatellite Communications Co (SHSE:601698) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥23.58, compared to a current price of ¥25.59 — trading 8.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 463.92, which is 175% above median its 10-year median of 168.93 and 2952.1% above the Telecommunication Services industry median of 15.20. Chinatellite Communications Co's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 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 Chinatellite Communications Co (SHSE:601698), the current EV-to-FCF is 463.92 as of Jul. 18, 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 Chinatellite Communications Co (SHSE:601698) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Chinatellite Communications Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ¥25.59 is trading 8.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of ¥23.58.
GuruFocus considers Chinatellite Communications Co to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for SHSE:601698:
EV-to-FCF: 463.92 (175% above median its 10-year median of 168.93)
GF Value™: ¥23.58 vs. price of ¥25.59 (8.5% above fair value)
Industry Position: 2952.1% above the Telecommunication Services median (#247 of 249)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:601698 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Chinatellite Communications Co Business Description
China Satellite Communications Co Ltd is engaged in the development and management of communication and broadcasting satellite systems; the design and development of satellite ground application systems and related equipment. It also offers technical consulting, engineering design, engineering contracting services related to the satellite business.
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