Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co (SHSE:601999) EV-to-FCF: 7.97 (As of Aug. 05, 2026) — 59% Below Median

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SHSE:601999 Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co Ltd SHSE:601999
56 GF Score
Price ¥6.00
GF Value ¥4.99
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co EV-to-FCF?

Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co SHSE:601999 -0.50% 56 EV-to-FCF is 7.97 as of Aug. 05, 2026, which is 59% below its 10-year median of 19.24. GuruFocus rates SHSE:601999 with a GF Score™ of 56/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥4.99 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 609 Media - Diversified companies, Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co ranks better than 63.38% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co's Enterprise Value is ¥2,205 Mil. Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥277 Mil. Therefore, Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 7.97.

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

SHSE:601999' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -44.99   Med: 19.24   Max: 630.26
Current: 7.97

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co was 630.26. The lowest was -44.99. And the median was 19.24.

SHSE:601999's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
63.38% of 609 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 11.91 vs SHSE:601999: 7.97

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 (2026-08-05), Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co's stock price is ¥6.00. Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥0.186. Therefore, Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 32.26.


Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co  (SHSE:601999) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=6.00/0.186
=32.26

Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co's share price for today is ¥6.00.
Northern United Publishing & Media Group 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 ¥0.186.

* 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.


Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Northern United Publishing & Media Group 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.

Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co Annual Data
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EV-to-FCF
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Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co Quarterly Data
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SHSE:601999 vs NYT, WLY: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Publishing subindustry, Northern United Publishing & Media Group 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.


Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co EV-to-FCF vs Media - Diversified Industry

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

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


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Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=2205.180/276.625
=7.97

Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co's current Enterprise Value is ¥2,205 Mil.
Northern United Publishing & Media Group 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 ¥277 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 7.97 mean?
Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co (SHSE:601999) has a EV-to-FCF of 7.97 as of Aug. 05, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co and its competitors. This is 59% below median its historical median of 19.24. According to the industry distribution chart, Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co ranks #223 out of 609 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 36.6%.
Is Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co's current EV-to-FCF of 7.97 is 59% below median its 10-year median of 19.24. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.91. Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co's value of 7.97 is 33.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co ranks #223 out of 609 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co has a GF Score™ of 56/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co's EV-to-FCF compare to NYT and WLY?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co ranks #223 out of 609 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.91. Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co's value of 7.97 is 33.1% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 19.24 vs. the industry median of 11.91, Northern United Publishing & Media Group 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 11.91, based on 609 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. Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co's current EV-to-FCF of 7.97 is 33.1% 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 Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 11.91 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co's current EV-to-FCF is 7.97, which is 59% below median its own 10-year median of 19.24. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co (SHSE:601999) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥4.99, compared to a current price of ¥6.00 — trading 20.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 7.97, which is 59% below median its 10-year median of 19.24 and 33.1% below the Media - Diversified industry median of 11.91. Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co's overall GF Score™ is 56/100 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 Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co (SHSE:601999), the current EV-to-FCF is 7.97 as of Aug. 05, 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 Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co (SHSE:601999) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ¥6.00 is trading 20.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of ¥4.99. GuruFocus considers Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for SHSE:601999:

  • EV-to-FCF: 7.97 (59% below median its 10-year median of 19.24)
  • GF Value™: ¥4.99 vs. price of ¥6.00 (20.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 56/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 33.1% below the Media - Diversified median (#223 of 609)

No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:601999 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co Business Description

Address No. 29, 11th Wei Road, Heping District, Liaoning Province, Shenyang, CHN, 110003
Northern United Publishing & Media Group Co Ltd is engaged in publishing business, publication distribution business, bill printing business and printing material supply business. Its main business covers the editing, publishing, distribution and market operation of cultural media products such as books, periodicals, electronic publications, audio-visual products, and other printed materials. The business scope also includes the purchase and sale of printing materials, copyright trade, foreign publishing, distribution, printing trade, Internet publishing, distribution, advertising, exhibitions, cultural services, domestic and foreign investment, asset management and operation.
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