Yum China HoldingsYUMC -0.64%81 EV-to-FCF is 17.34 as of Jul. 07, 2026, which is 32% below its 10-year median of 25.54. GuruFocus rates YUMC with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of $54.06 (Modestly Undervalued). Among 276 Restaurants companies, Yum China Holdings ranks better than 50.36% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Yum China Holdings's Enterprise Value is $16,142 Mil.
Yum China Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $931 Mil. Therefore, Yum China Holdings's EV-to-FCF for today is 17.34.
The historical rank and industry rank for Yum China Holdings's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
YUMC'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 13.66 Med: 25.54 Max: 90.15
Current: 17.34
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Yum China Holdings was 90.15. The lowest was 13.66. And the median was 25.54.
YUMC's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 50.36% of 276
companies
in the Restaurants industry
Industry Median: 17.69
vs YUMC: 17.34
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.
Yum China Holdings (NYSE:YUMC) 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.
Yum China Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Yum China Holdings's share price for today is $42.22.
Yum China Holdings'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 $2.610.
* 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.
Yum China Holdings EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Yum China Holdings EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Yum China Holdings'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.
For the Restaurants subindustry, Yum China Holdings'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.
Yum China Holdings EV-to-FCF vs Restaurants Industry
For the Restaurants industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Yum China Holdings's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Yum China Holdings's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Yum China Holdings's current Enterprise Value is $16,142 Mil.
Yum China Holdings'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 $931 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.
Yum China Holdings (YUMC) has a EV-to-FCF of 17.34 as of Jul. 07, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Yum China Holdings and its competitors. This is 32% below median its historical median of 25.54. Over the past decade, Yum China Holdings' EV-to-FCF has ranged from 13.66 to 90.15. According to the industry distribution chart, Yum China Holdings ranks #137 out of 276 companies in the Restaurants industry, placing it in the top 49.6%.
Is Yum China Holdings' EV-to-FCF too high?
Yum China Holdings' current EV-to-FCF of 17.34 is 32% below median its 10-year median of 25.54. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 13.66 to a high of 90.15. The Restaurants industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.69. Yum China Holdings' value of 17.34 is 2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Yum China Holdings ranks #137 out of 276 companies in the Restaurants industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Yum China Holdings has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Yum China Holdings' EV-to-FCF compare to TXRH and DPZ?
According to the Restaurants industry distribution chart, Yum China Holdings ranks #137 out of 276 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Yum China Holdings in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.69. Yum China Holdings' value of 17.34 is 2% below this benchmark. Historically, Yum China Holdings' own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 13.66 to 90.15 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 25.54 vs. the industry median of 17.69, Yum China Holdings 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 Restaurants company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Restaurants companies is 17.69, based on 276 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. Yum China Holdings's current EV-to-FCF of 17.34 is 2% 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 Yum China Holdings and its competitors. For the Restaurants industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 17.69 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Yum China Holdings's current EV-to-FCF is 17.34, which is 32% below median its own 10-year median of 25.54. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Yum China Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Yum China Holdings (YUMC) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $54.06, compared to a current price of $42.22 — trading 21.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 17.34, which is 32% below median its 10-year median of 25.54 and 2% below the Restaurants industry median of 17.69. Yum China Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 81/100. 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 Yum China Holdings (YUMC), the current EV-to-FCF is 17.34 as of Jul. 07, 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 Yum China Holdings (YUMC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Yum China Holdings stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $42.22 is trading 21.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of $54.06.
GuruFocus considers Yum China Holdings to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for YUMC:
EV-to-FCF: 17.34 (32% below median its 10-year median of 25.54)
GF Value™: $54.06 vs. price of $42.22 (21.9% below fair value)
Industry Position: 2% below the Restaurants median (#137 of 276)
No single metric tells the full story. See the YUMC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Yum China is the largest restaurant operator in China, with over 18,000 locations and USD 12 billion in systemwide sales as of 2025. It generates revenue primarily from its own restaurants and franchise fees. While KFC and Pizza Hut are its flagship brands, Yum China's portfolio also includes Little Sheep, Taco Bell, Huang Ji Huang, and Lavazza.As a trademark licensee of Yum Brands, Yum China pays 3% of KFC and Pizza Hut's systemwide sales to its former parent, from which it spun off in 2016. However, even before the separation, Yum China was granted substantial autonomy, giving its Chinese leadership decision-making authority over menu, supply chain, and marketing—an unusual practice for Western chains at the time.
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