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Linkage Software CoSHSE:688588 +0.35%79 EV-to-FCF is 17.18 as of Jul. 20, 2026, which is 57% below its 10-year median of 39.58. GuruFocus rates SHSE:688588 with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥14.82 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,597 Software companies, Linkage Software Co ranks worse than 56.61% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Linkage Software Co's Enterprise Value is ¥2,792 Mil.
Linkage Software Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥163 Mil. Therefore, Linkage Software Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 17.18.
The historical rank and industry rank for Linkage Software Co's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
SHSE:688588'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.76 Med: 39.58 Max: 1574.09
Current: 17.18
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Linkage Software Co was 1574.09. The lowest was 6.76. And the median was 39.58.
SHSE:688588's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 56.61% of 1597
companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 14.66
vs SHSE:688588: 17.18
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.
Linkage Software Co (SHSE:688588) 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.
Linkage Software Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Linkage Software Co's share price for today is ¥8.63.
Linkage Software 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 ¥0.100.
* 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.
Linkage Software Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Linkage Software Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Linkage Software 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.
SHSE:688588 vs UBER, SHOP, CRM: EV-to-FCF Comparison
For the Software - Application subindustry, Linkage Software 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.
Linkage Software Co EV-to-FCF vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, Linkage Software Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Linkage Software Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Linkage Software Co's current Enterprise Value is ¥2,792 Mil.
Linkage Software 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 ¥163 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.
Linkage Software Co (SHSE:688588) has a EV-to-FCF of 17.18 as of Jul. 20, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Linkage Software Co and its competitors. This is 57% below median its historical median of 39.58. Over the past decade, Linkage Software Co's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 6.76 to 1,574.09. According to the industry distribution chart, Linkage Software Co ranks #904 out of 1597 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 56.6%.
Is Linkage Software Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Linkage Software Co's current EV-to-FCF of 17.18 is 57% below median its 10-year median of 39.58. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.76 to a high of 1,574.09. The Software industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.66. Linkage Software Co's value of 17.18 is 17.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Linkage Software Co ranks #904 out of 1597 companies in the Software industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Linkage Software Co has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Linkage Software Co's EV-to-FCF compare to UBER and SHOP?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Linkage Software Co ranks #904 out of 1597 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Linkage Software Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.66. Linkage Software Co's value of 17.18 is 17.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Linkage Software Co's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 6.76 to 1,574.09 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 39.58 vs. the industry median of 14.66, Linkage Software 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 Software company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Software companies is 14.66, based on 1,597 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. Linkage Software Co's current EV-to-FCF of 17.18 is 17.2% 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 Linkage Software Co and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.66 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Linkage Software Co's current EV-to-FCF is 17.18, which is 57% below median its own 10-year median of 39.58. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Linkage Software Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Linkage Software Co (SHSE:688588) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥14.82, compared to a current price of ¥8.63 — trading 41.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 17.18, which is 57% below median its 10-year median of 39.58 and 17.2% above the Software industry median of 14.66. Linkage Software Co's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 with 6 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 Linkage Software Co (SHSE:688588), the current EV-to-FCF is 17.18 as of Jul. 20, 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 Linkage Software Co (SHSE:688588) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Linkage Software Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of ¥8.63 is trading 41.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of ¥14.82.
GuruFocus considers Linkage Software Co to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for SHSE:688588:
EV-to-FCF: 17.18 (57% below median its 10-year median of 39.58)
GF Value™: ¥14.82 vs. price of ¥8.63 (41.8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 17.2% above the Software median (#904 of 1597)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:688588 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Linkage Software Co Ltd is a financial software solution provider. The company is committed to the application of emerging technologies in the financial industry, providing customers with a full range of software services such as consulting, design, development, and maintenance. It provides software services in the fields of securities, insurance, banking, trust, and asset management. It uses various technologies such as cloud computing, big data, and artificial intelligence.
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