China Publishing & Media Holdings Co (SHSE:601949) EV-to-FCF: 10.52 (As of Jul. 13, 2026) — 42% Below Median

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SHSE:601949 China Publishing & Media Holdings Co Ltd SHSE:601949
73 GF Score
Price ¥4.81
GF Value ¥6.29
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is China Publishing & Media Holdings Co EV-to-FCF?

China Publishing & Media Holdings Co SHSE:601949 -0.21% 73 EV-to-FCF is 10.52 as of Jul. 13, 2026, which is 42% below its 10-year median of 17.99. GuruFocus rates SHSE:601949 with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥6.29 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 611 Media - Diversified companies, China Publishing & Media Holdings Co ranks better than 53.36% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, China Publishing & Media Holdings Co's Enterprise Value is ¥5,982 Mil. China Publishing & Media Holdings Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥569 Mil. Therefore, China Publishing & Media Holdings Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 10.52.

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

SHSE:601949' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.36   Med: 17.99   Max: 7858.84
Current: 10.52

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of China Publishing & Media Holdings Co was 7858.84. The lowest was 5.36. And the median was 17.99.

SHSE:601949's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
53.36% of 611 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 11.54 vs SHSE:601949: 10.52

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 (2026-07-13), China Publishing & Media Holdings Co's stock price is ¥4.81. China Publishing & Media Holdings Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥0.302. Therefore, China Publishing & Media Holdings Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.93.


China Publishing & Media Holdings Co  (SHSE:601949) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=4.81/0.302
=15.93

China Publishing & Media Holdings Co's share price for today is ¥4.81.
China Publishing & Media Holdings 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 ¥0.302.

* 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.


China Publishing & Media Holdings Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


China Publishing & Media Holdings Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for China Publishing & Media Holdings 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.

China Publishing & Media Holdings Co EV-to-FCF Chart

China Publishing & Media Holdings Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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China Publishing & Media Holdings Co Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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SHSE:601949 vs NYT, WLY: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Publishing subindustry, China Publishing & Media Holdings 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.


China Publishing & Media Holdings Co EV-to-FCF vs Media - Diversified Industry

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

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


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China Publishing & Media Holdings Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=5982.333/568.911
=10.52

China Publishing & Media Holdings Co's current Enterprise Value is ¥5,982 Mil.
China Publishing & Media Holdings 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 ¥569 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 10.52 mean?
China Publishing & Media Holdings Co (SHSE:601949) has a EV-to-FCF of 10.52 as of Jul. 13, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on China Publishing & Media Holdings Co and its competitors. This is 42% below median its historical median of 17.99. Over the past decade, China Publishing & Media Holdings Co's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 5.36 to 7,858.84. According to the industry distribution chart, China Publishing & Media Holdings Co ranks #285 out of 611 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 46.6%.
Is China Publishing & Media Holdings Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
China Publishing & Media Holdings Co's current EV-to-FCF of 10.52 is 42% below median its 10-year median of 17.99. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.36 to a high of 7,858.84. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.54. China Publishing & Media Holdings Co's value of 10.52 is 8.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, China Publishing & Media Holdings Co ranks #285 out of 611 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, China Publishing & Media Holdings Co has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does China Publishing & Media Holdings Co's EV-to-FCF compare to NYT and WLY?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, China Publishing & Media Holdings Co ranks #285 out of 611 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts China Publishing & Media Holdings Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.54. China Publishing & Media Holdings Co's value of 10.52 is 8.8% below this benchmark. Historically, China Publishing & Media Holdings Co's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 5.36 to 7,858.84 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 17.99 vs. the industry median of 11.54, China Publishing & Media Holdings 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 11.54, based on 611 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. China Publishing & Media Holdings Co's current EV-to-FCF of 10.52 is 8.8% 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 China Publishing & Media Holdings Co and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 11.54 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. China Publishing & Media Holdings Co's current EV-to-FCF is 10.52, which is 42% below median its own 10-year median of 17.99. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is China Publishing & Media Holdings Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Publishing & Media Holdings Co (SHSE:601949) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥6.29, compared to a current price of ¥4.81 — trading 23.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 10.52, which is 42% below median its 10-year median of 17.99 and 8.8% below the Media - Diversified industry median of 11.54. China Publishing & Media Holdings Co's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 5 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 China Publishing & Media Holdings Co (SHSE:601949), the current EV-to-FCF is 10.52 as of Jul. 13, 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 China Publishing & Media Holdings Co (SHSE:601949) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Publishing & Media Holdings Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ¥4.81 is trading 23.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of ¥6.29. GuruFocus considers China Publishing & Media Holdings Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SHSE:601949:

  • EV-to-FCF: 10.52 (42% below median its 10-year median of 17.99)
  • GF Value™: ¥6.29 vs. price of ¥4.81 (23.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 8.8% below the Media - Diversified median (#285 of 611)

No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:601949 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


China Publishing & Media Holdings Co Business Description

Address No. 55, Chaoyangmennei Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing, CHN, 100010
China Publishing & Media Holdings Co Ltd is a specialized and large-scale publishing group. The company's publishing business mainly includes book publishing, newspaper publishing, electronic audio and video publishing and related copyright business.
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