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Tencent HoldingsTCTZF -0.64%79 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is 1.90 as of Jun. 2026. GuruFocus rates TCTZF with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of $67.85 (Modestly Undervalued). Among 431 Interactive Media companies, Tencent Holdings ranks better than 85.38% on this metric.
Shares Outstanding (EOP) are shares that have been authorized, issued, and purchased by investors and are held by them.
3-Year Share Buyback Ratio measures the average annual proportion of a company's outstanding shares repurchased over the past three years. It is calculated as the annualized percentage change in shares outstanding from three years ago to the current year. A positive ratio may indicate share buybacks over the period, while a zero or negative ratio may reflect no repurchases or potential share issuance. Tencent Holdings's current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio was 1.90%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Tencent Holdings's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
TCTZF'
s 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1.7 Med: -0.5 Max: 1.9
Current: 1.9
During the past 13 years, Tencent Holdings's highest 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio was 1.90%. The lowest was -1.70%. And the median was -0.50%.
TCTZF's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is ranked better than 85.38% of 431
companies
in the Interactive Media industry
Industry Median: -1.1
vs TCTZF: 1.90
Tencent Holdings (OTCPK:TCTZF) 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Explanation
A negative number means the company might be issuing new shares. A positive number indicates that the company is buying back shares.
Be Aware
Investors usually like share buybacks. But as pointed by Warren Buffett, only if a company buys back shares at the prices below the stock's intrinsic value, it rewards remaining shareholders. If a company buys its overvalued stocks back, it destroys shareholder value.
Tencent Holdings 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Related Terms
TCTZF vs GOOGL, META, SPOT: 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Comparison
For the Internet Content & Information subindustry, Tencent Holdings's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio 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.
Tencent Holdings 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio vs Interactive Media Industry
For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, Tencent Holdings's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Tencent Holdings's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio falls into.
Tencent Holdings 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Calculation
This is the annualized percentage change in shares outstanding from three years ago to the current year. The annualized percentage change is calculated with expontential compound based on the latest four years of annual data on Shares Outstanding (EOP).
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What does a 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio of 1.90 mean?
Tencent Holdings (TCTZF) has a 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio of 1.90 as of Jun. 2026. The 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio measures the average annual proportion of a company's outstanding shares repurchased over the past three years. It is calculated as the annualized percentage change in shares outstanding from three years ago to the current year. View historical data for Tencent Holdings and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Tencent Holdings ranks #63 out of 431 companies in the Interactive Media industry, placing it in the top 14.6%.
Is Tencent Holdings' 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio too high?
Tencent Holdings' current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is 1.90. Based on the distribution chart, Tencent Holdings ranks #63 out of 431 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Tencent Holdings has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Tencent Holdings' 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio compare to GOOGL and META?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, Tencent Holdings ranks #63 out of 431 companies for 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio. This places Tencent Holdings in the top 15% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio for an Interactive Media company?
A good 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio depends on the Interactive Media industry context. However, 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio 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 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio mean?
A high 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio measures the average annual proportion of a company's outstanding shares repurchased over the past three years. It is calculated as the annualized percentage change in shares outstanding from three years ago to the current year. View historical data for Tencent Holdings and its competitors. Tencent Holdings's current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is 1.90. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Tencent Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tencent Holdings (TCTZF) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $67.85, compared to a current price of $55.64 — trading 18% below its estimated fair value. The current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is 1.90. Tencent Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 79/100. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio calculated?
3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Tencent Holdings (TCTZF), the current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is 1.90 as of Jun. 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 Tencent Holdings (TCTZF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tencent Holdings stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $55.64 is trading 18% below its estimated GF Value™ of $67.85.
GuruFocus considers Tencent Holdings to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for TCTZF:
3-Year Share Buyback Ratio: 1.90
GF Value™: $67.85 vs. price of $55.64 (18% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TCTZF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Tencent is the world's largest game publisher, with top-grossing mobile hits like Honor of Kings and Peacekeeper Elite and a steady pipeline of new titles. It also operates WeChat-China's super-app with roughly 1.3 billion users-embedded in daily life for messaging, short video, mini programs, payments, and shopping. Beyond its own platforms, Tencent is a prolific strategic investor, holding stakes in leading internet companies such as PDD, Kuaishou, and Xiaohongshu.
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