China Steel (TPE:2002) EV-to-EBIT: 125.55 (As of Aug. 19, 2026) — 407% Above Median

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TPE:2002 China Steel Corp TPE:2002
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Price NT$18.95
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What is China Steel EV-to-EBIT?

China Steel TPE:2002 +0.53% 80 EV-to-EBIT is 125.55 as of Aug. 19, 2026, which is 407% above its 10-year median of 24.75. GuruFocus rates TPE:2002 with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$19.95 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 487 Steel companies, China Steel ranks worse than 96.51% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, China Steel's Enterprise Value is NT$535,511 Mil. China Steel's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$4,265 Mil. Therefore, China Steel's EV-to-EBIT for today is 125.55.

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

TPE:2002' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1239.5   Med: 24.75   Max: 1550.2
Current: 125.55

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of China Steel was 1550.20. The lowest was -1239.50. And the median was 24.75.

TPE:2002's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
96.51% of 487 companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 13.01 vs TPE:2002: 125.55

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. China Steel's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$533,224 Mil. China Steel's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$4,265 Mil. China Steel's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 0.80%.


China Steel  (TPE:2002) EV-to-EBIT Explanation

This is a more accurate valuation of companies' operation because it considers the debt and cash on its balance sheet, and non-operating items such as interest payment, tax, and one-time items are not included in the Operating Income.

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %.

China Steel's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Jun. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=4265.203/533224.2798
=0.80 %

China Steel's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$533,224 Mil.
China Steel's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$4,265 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.


China Steel EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


China Steel EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for China Steel's EV-to-EBIT 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 Steel EV-to-EBIT Chart

China Steel Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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China Steel Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
EV-to-EBIT 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 128.24 443.32 1,473.76 -311.62 125.02

TPE:2002 vs NUE, STLD, RS: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, China Steel's EV-to-EBIT, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBIT 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 Steel EV-to-EBIT vs Steel Industry

For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, China Steel's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where China Steel's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


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China Steel EV-to-EBIT Calculation

China Steel's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=535511.257/4265.203
=125.55

China Steel's current Enterprise Value is NT$535,511 Mil.
China Steel's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$4,265 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-EBIT →
What does a EV-to-EBIT of 125.55 mean?
China Steel (TPE:2002) has a EV-to-EBIT of 125.55 as of Aug. 19, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on China Steel and its competitors. This is 407% above median its historical median of 24.75. According to the industry distribution chart, China Steel ranks #470 out of 487 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 96.5%.
Is China Steel's EV-to-EBIT too high?
China Steel's current EV-to-EBIT of 125.55 is 407% above median its 10-year median of 24.75. The Steel industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.01. China Steel's value of 125.55 is 865% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, China Steel ranks #470 out of 487 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, China Steel has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does China Steel's EV-to-EBIT compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, China Steel ranks #470 out of 487 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places China Steel in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.01. China Steel's value of 125.55 is 865% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 24.75 vs. the industry median of 13.01, China Steel 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-EBIT for a Steel company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Steel companies is 13.01, based on 487 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBIT significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBIT should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. China Steel's current EV-to-EBIT of 125.55 is 865% 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-EBIT mean?
A high EV-to-EBIT can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on China Steel and its competitors. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 13.01 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. China Steel's current EV-to-EBIT is 125.55, which is 407% above median its own 10-year median of 24.75. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is China Steel stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Steel (TPE:2002) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$19.95, compared to a current price of NT$18.95 — trading 5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 125.55, which is 407% above median its 10-year median of 24.75 and 865% above the Steel industry median of 13.01. China Steel's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 10 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For China Steel (TPE:2002), the current EV-to-EBIT is 125.55 as of Aug. 19, 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 Steel (TPE:2002) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Steel stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$18.95 is trading 5% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$19.95. GuruFocus considers China Steel to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TPE:2002:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 125.55 (407% above median its 10-year median of 24.75)
  • GF Value™: NT$19.95 vs. price of NT$18.95 (5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 10 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 865% above the Steel median (#470 of 487)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:2002 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


China Steel Business Description

Other Exchanges 2002A:TaiwanCNS:Germany
Address No. 1, Chung Kang Road, Hsiao Kang, Kaohsiung, TWN, 81233
China Steel Corp is a steelmaker in Taiwan. It manufactures and sells steel products and engages in mechanical, communications, and electrical engineering. The company's product portfolio includes plates, bars, wire rods, hot and cold rolled coils, electro-galvanized coils, electrical steel coils, and hot-dip galvanized coils. Along with its subsidiaries, the company operates in the following reportable segments: Steel Department and Non-Steel Department. A majority of its revenue is generated from the Steel department segment, which manufactures and sells steel products. Geographically, the company derives maximum revenue from Taiwan, followed by Vietnam, Malaysia, India, China, and other regions.
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