Yangtze Optical Electronic Co (SHSE:688143) EV-to-FCF: -91.28 (As of Jul. 22, 2026)

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SHSE:688143 Yangtze Optical Electronic Co Ltd SHSE:688143
67 GF Score
Price ¥104.03
GF Value ¥46.18
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Yangtze Optical Electronic Co EV-to-FCF?

Yangtze Optical Electronic Co SHSE:688143 +4.03% 67 EV-to-FCF is -91.28 as of Jul. 22, 2026. GuruFocus rates SHSE:688143 with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥46.18 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,331 Hardware companies, Yangtze Optical Electronic Co ranks worse than 75131.4% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Yangtze Optical Electronic Co's Enterprise Value is ¥14,563.9 Mil. Yangtze Optical Electronic Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥-159.6 Mil. Therefore, Yangtze Optical Electronic Co's EV-to-FCF for today is -91.28.

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

SHSE:688143' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -960.58   Med: -24.35   Max: 138.77
Current: -91.28

During the past 8 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Yangtze Optical Electronic Co was 138.77. The lowest was -960.58. And the median was -24.35.

SHSE:688143's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 1331 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 21.33 vs SHSE:688143: -91.28

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 (2026-07-22), Yangtze Optical Electronic Co's stock price is ¥104.03. Yangtze Optical Electronic Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥0.170. Therefore, Yangtze Optical Electronic Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 611.94.


Yangtze Optical Electronic Co  (SHSE:688143) 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.

Yangtze Optical Electronic Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=104.03/0.170
=611.94

Yangtze Optical Electronic Co's share price for today is ¥104.03.
Yangtze Optical Electronic 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 ¥0.170.

* 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.


Yangtze Optical Electronic Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Yangtze Optical Electronic Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Yangtze Optical Electronic 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.

Yangtze Optical Electronic Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Yangtze Optical Electronic Co Annual Data
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EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 0.00 -1,138.73 -56.68 -11.96 -32.22

Yangtze Optical Electronic Co Quarterly Data
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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 -16.93 -17.62 -21.05 -32.22 -44.44

SHSE:688143 vs APH, GLW: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Electronic Components subindustry, Yangtze Optical Electronic 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.


Yangtze Optical Electronic Co EV-to-FCF vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Yangtze Optical Electronic Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Yangtze Optical Electronic Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

Yangtze Optical Electronic Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=14563.910/-159.56
=-91.28

Yangtze Optical Electronic Co's current Enterprise Value is ¥14,563.9 Mil.
Yangtze Optical Electronic 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 ¥-159.6 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 -91.28 mean?
Yangtze Optical Electronic Co (SHSE:688143) has a EV-to-FCF of -91.28 as of Jul. 22, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Yangtze Optical Electronic Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Yangtze Optical Electronic Co ranks #999999 out of 1331 companies in the Hardware industry.
Is Yangtze Optical Electronic Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Yangtze Optical Electronic Co's current EV-to-FCF is -91.28. Based on the distribution chart, Yangtze Optical Electronic Co ranks #999999 out of 1331 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Yangtze Optical Electronic Co has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Yangtze Optical Electronic Co's EV-to-FCF compare to APH and GLW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Yangtze Optical Electronic Co ranks #999999 out of 1331 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Yangtze Optical Electronic Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.33. 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Hardware companies is 21.33, based on 1,331 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 Yangtze Optical Electronic Co and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 21.33 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Yangtze Optical Electronic Co's current EV-to-FCF is -91.28. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Yangtze Optical Electronic Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Yangtze Optical Electronic Co (SHSE:688143) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥46.18, compared to a current price of ¥104.03 — trading 125.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -91.28. Yangtze Optical Electronic Co's overall GF Score™ is 67/100 with 8 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 Yangtze Optical Electronic Co (SHSE:688143), the current EV-to-FCF is -91.28 as of Jul. 22, 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 Yangtze Optical Electronic Co (SHSE:688143) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Yangtze Optical Electronic Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ¥104.03 is trading 125.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of ¥46.18. GuruFocus considers Yangtze Optical Electronic Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for SHSE:688143:

  • EV-to-FCF: -91.28
  • GF Value™: ¥46.18 vs. price of ¥104.03 (125.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 8 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:688143 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Yangtze Optical Electronic Co Business Description

Address No. 80, Gaoxin 5th Road, East Lake Development Zone, Hubei Province, Wuhan, CHN, 430205
Yangtze Optical Electronic Co Ltd is engaged in the research and development, production, and sales of products in five fields, including special optical fiber and cable, special optical devices, new materials, high-end equipment, and optoelectronic systems, and provides customers with measurement calibration and testing services for optoelectronic first-level metering stations.
67GF Score

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