China Nonferrous Mining (STU:3N4) EV-to-FCF: 8.48 (As of Jul. 15, 2026) — Near Median

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STU:3N4 China Nonferrous Mining Corp Ltd STU:3N4
62 GF Score
Price €1.40
GF Value €0.53
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is China Nonferrous Mining EV-to-FCF?

China Nonferrous Mining STU:3N4 +8.53% 62 EV-to-FCF is 8.48 as of Jul. 15, 2026, which is 8% above its 10-year median of 7.86. GuruFocus rates STU:3N4 with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of €0.53 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 445 Metals & Mining companies, China Nonferrous Mining ranks better than 77.08% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, China Nonferrous Mining's Enterprise Value is €5,090 Mil. China Nonferrous Mining's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €600 Mil. Therefore, China Nonferrous Mining's EV-to-FCF for today is 8.48.

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

STU:3N4' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -37.22   Med: 7.86   Max: 83.69
Current: 7.92

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of China Nonferrous Mining was 83.69. The lowest was -37.22. And the median was 7.86.

STU:3N4's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
77.08% of 445 companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: 18.88 vs STU:3N4: 7.92

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 (2026-07-15), China Nonferrous Mining's stock price is €1.40. China Nonferrous Mining's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €0.090. Therefore, China Nonferrous Mining's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.56.


China Nonferrous Mining  (STU:3N4) 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 Nonferrous Mining's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.40/0.090
=15.56

China Nonferrous Mining's share price for today is €1.40.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. China Nonferrous Mining's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €0.090.

* 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 Nonferrous Mining EV-to-FCF Related Terms


China Nonferrous Mining EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for China Nonferrous Mining'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 Nonferrous Mining EV-to-FCF Chart

China Nonferrous Mining Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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China Nonferrous Mining Semi-Annual Data
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STU:3N4 vs SCCO, FCX: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Copper subindustry, China Nonferrous Mining'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 Nonferrous Mining EV-to-FCF vs Metals & Mining Industry

For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, China Nonferrous Mining's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where China Nonferrous Mining's EV-to-FCF falls into.


STU:3N4
62GF Score
China Nonferrous Mining Corp Ltd STU:3N4
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China Nonferrous Mining EV-to-FCF Calculation

China Nonferrous Mining's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=5089.993/600.373
=8.48

China Nonferrous Mining's current Enterprise Value is €5,090 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. China Nonferrous Mining's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €600 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 8.48 mean?
China Nonferrous Mining (STU:3N4) has a EV-to-FCF of 8.48 as of Jul. 15, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on China Nonferrous Mining and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 7.86. According to the industry distribution chart, China Nonferrous Mining ranks #102 out of 445 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 22.9%.
Is China Nonferrous Mining's EV-to-FCF too high?
China Nonferrous Mining's current EV-to-FCF of 8.48 is near median its 10-year median of 7.86. The Metals & Mining industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.88. China Nonferrous Mining's value of 8.48 is 55.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, China Nonferrous Mining ranks #102 out of 445 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, China Nonferrous Mining has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does China Nonferrous Mining's EV-to-FCF compare to SCCO and FCX?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, China Nonferrous Mining ranks #102 out of 445 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places China Nonferrous Mining in the top 23% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.88. China Nonferrous Mining's value of 8.48 is 55.1% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 7.86 vs. the industry median of 18.88, China Nonferrous Mining 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 Metals & Mining company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Metals & Mining companies is 18.88, based on 445 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 Nonferrous Mining's current EV-to-FCF of 8.48 is 55.1% 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 China Nonferrous Mining and its competitors. For the Metals & Mining industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.88 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. China Nonferrous Mining's current EV-to-FCF is 8.48, which is near median its own 10-year median of 7.86. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is China Nonferrous Mining stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Nonferrous Mining (STU:3N4) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €0.53, compared to a current price of €1.40 — trading 164.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 8.48, which is near median its 10-year median of 7.86 and 55.1% below the Metals & Mining industry median of 18.88. China Nonferrous Mining's overall GF Score™ is 62/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Nonferrous Mining (STU:3N4), the current EV-to-FCF is 8.48 as of Jul. 15, 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 Nonferrous Mining (STU:3N4) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Nonferrous Mining stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €1.40 is trading 164.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of €0.53. GuruFocus considers China Nonferrous Mining to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for STU:3N4:

  • EV-to-FCF: 8.48 (near median its 10-year median of 7.86)
  • GF Value™: €0.53 vs. price of €1.40 (164.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 62/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 55.1% below the Metals & Mining median (#102 of 445)

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:3N4 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


China Nonferrous Mining Business Description

Other Exchanges 01258:Hong Kong
Address 32 Enos Chomba Road, Kitwe, ZMB
China Nonferrous Mining Corp Ltd is a Company with its subsidiaries are principally engaged in exploration, mining, ore processing, leaching, smelting of copper and cobalt, and sale of copper cathodes, blister copper and copper anodes, copper-cobalt alloy, cobaltous hydroxide and sulfuric acid. Its operating segments are Leaching and Smelting. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from the Smelting segment. The smelting segment includes the production and sale of blister and copper anodes. Geographically, it derives a majority of revenue from Mainland China.
62GF Score

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