Xinhuanet Co (SHSE:603888) EV-to-FCF: 19.06 (As of Jul. 31, 2026) — 26% Below Median

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SHSE:603888 Xinhuanet Co Ltd SHSE:603888
85 GF Score
Price ¥16.62
GF Value ¥18.22
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Xinhuanet Co EV-to-FCF?

Xinhuanet Co SHSE:603888 +3.29% 85 EV-to-FCF is 19.06 as of Jul. 31, 2026, which is 26% below its 10-year median of 25.78. GuruFocus rates SHSE:603888 with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥18.22 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 339 Interactive Media companies, Xinhuanet Co ranks worse than 71.39% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Xinhuanet Co's Enterprise Value is ¥9,499 Mil. Xinhuanet Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥498 Mil. Therefore, Xinhuanet Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 19.06.

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

SHSE:603888' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -5978.44   Med: 25.78   Max: 16220.69
Current: 19.06

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Xinhuanet Co was 16220.69. The lowest was -5978.44. And the median was 25.78.

SHSE:603888's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
71.39% of 339 companies
in the Interactive Media industry
Industry Median: 10.21 vs SHSE:603888: 19.06

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 (2026-07-31), Xinhuanet Co's stock price is ¥16.62. Xinhuanet Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥0.488. Therefore, Xinhuanet Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 34.06.


Xinhuanet Co  (SHSE:603888) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=16.62/0.488
=34.06

Xinhuanet Co's share price for today is ¥16.62.
Xinhuanet 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 ¥0.488.

* 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.


Xinhuanet Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Xinhuanet Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Xinhuanet 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.

Xinhuanet Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Xinhuanet Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Xinhuanet Co Quarterly Data
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SHSE:603888 vs GOOGL, META, SPOT: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Internet Content & Information subindustry, Xinhuanet 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.


Xinhuanet Co EV-to-FCF vs Interactive Media Industry

For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, Xinhuanet Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Xinhuanet Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=9498.891/498.364
=19.06

Xinhuanet Co's current Enterprise Value is ¥9,499 Mil.
Xinhuanet 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 ¥498 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 19.06 mean?
Xinhuanet Co (SHSE:603888) has a EV-to-FCF of 19.06 as of Jul. 31, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Xinhuanet Co and its competitors. This is 26% below median its historical median of 25.78. According to the industry distribution chart, Xinhuanet Co ranks #242 out of 339 companies in the Interactive Media industry, placing it in the top 71.4%.
Is Xinhuanet Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Xinhuanet Co's current EV-to-FCF of 19.06 is 26% below median its 10-year median of 25.78. The Interactive Media industry median EV-to-FCF is 10.21. Xinhuanet Co's value of 19.06 is 86.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Xinhuanet Co ranks #242 out of 339 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Xinhuanet Co has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Xinhuanet Co's EV-to-FCF compare to GOOGL and META?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, Xinhuanet Co ranks #242 out of 339 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Xinhuanet Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 10.21. Xinhuanet Co's value of 19.06 is 86.7% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 25.78 vs. the industry median of 10.21, Xinhuanet 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 an Interactive Media company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Interactive Media companies is 10.21, based on 339 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. Xinhuanet Co's current EV-to-FCF of 19.06 is 86.7% 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 Xinhuanet Co and its competitors. For the Interactive Media industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 10.21 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Xinhuanet Co's current EV-to-FCF is 19.06, which is 26% below median its own 10-year median of 25.78. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Xinhuanet Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Xinhuanet Co (SHSE:603888) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥18.22, compared to a current price of ¥16.62 — trading 8.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 19.06, which is 26% below median its 10-year median of 25.78 and 86.7% above the Interactive Media industry median of 10.21. Xinhuanet Co's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 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 Xinhuanet Co (SHSE:603888), the current EV-to-FCF is 19.06 as of Jul. 31, 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 Xinhuanet Co (SHSE:603888) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Xinhuanet Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ¥16.62 is trading 8.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of ¥18.22. GuruFocus considers Xinhuanet Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for SHSE:603888:

  • EV-to-FCF: 19.06 (26% below median its 10-year median of 25.78)
  • GF Value™: ¥18.22 vs. price of ¥16.62 (8.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 86.7% above the Interactive Media median (#242 of 339)

No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:603888 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Xinhuanet Co Business Description

Address No. 22, Lizhe Road, National Financial Information Building, Fengtai District, Beijing, CHN, 100031
Xinhuanet Co Ltd operates in the internet content and information industry. It owns and manages a news information service portals in China. Its business activities are divided into the following: online advertising, information services, website construction, technical services and mobile internet. Its online advertising business provides full-screen shrink, rear projection, streaming media and other forms of advertising. Its information services include multimedia information services and data intelligent analysis services. The website construction and technical service business engage in website construction, content management and operation. The mobile internet business provides mobile internet content information services through text, images, voice, video and other forms.
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