Central Reinsurance (TPE:2851) EV-to-EBIT: 7.18 (As of Sep. 02, 2026)

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TPE:2851 Central Reinsurance Corp TPE:2851
76 GF Score
Price NT$46.15
GF Value NT$29.02
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Central Reinsurance EV-to-EBIT?

Central Reinsurance TPE:2851 +0.65% 76 EV-to-EBIT is 7.18 as of Sep. 02, 2026. GuruFocus rates TPE:2851 with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$29.02 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 341 Insurance companies, Central Reinsurance ranks better than 63.34% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Central Reinsurance's Enterprise Value is NT$24,451 Mil. Central Reinsurance's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$3,403 Mil. Therefore, Central Reinsurance's EV-to-EBIT for today is 7.18.

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

TPE:2851' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -350.65   Med: -0.96   Max: 7.44
Current: 7.19

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Central Reinsurance was 7.44. The lowest was -350.65. And the median was -0.96.

TPE:2851's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
63.34% of 341 companies
in the Insurance industry
Industry Median: 8.83 vs TPE:2851: 7.19

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Central Reinsurance's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$8,523 Mil. Central Reinsurance's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$3,403 Mil. Central Reinsurance's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was 39.93%.


Central Reinsurance  (TPE:2851) 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) %.

Central Reinsurance's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Dec. 2025 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Dec. 2025 )
=3403.469/8523.24725
=39.93 %

Central Reinsurance's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$8,523 Mil.
Central Reinsurance's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$3,403 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.


Central Reinsurance EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Central Reinsurance EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Central Reinsurance'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.

Central Reinsurance EV-to-EBIT Chart

Central Reinsurance Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Central Reinsurance Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25
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 3.03 5.32 5.13 4.10 2.50

TPE:2851 vs RGA, EG, RNR: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Insurance - Reinsurance subindustry, Central Reinsurance'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.


Central Reinsurance EV-to-EBIT vs Insurance Industry

For the Insurance industry and Financial Services sector, Central Reinsurance's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


TPE:2851
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Central Reinsurance EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Central Reinsurance's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=24450.977/3403.469
=7.18

Central Reinsurance's current Enterprise Value is NT$24,451 Mil.
Central Reinsurance's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$3,403 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 7.18 mean?
Central Reinsurance (TPE:2851) has a EV-to-EBIT of 7.18 as of Sep. 02, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Central Reinsurance and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Central Reinsurance ranks #125 out of 341 companies in the Insurance industry, placing it in the top 36.7%.
Is Central Reinsurance's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Central Reinsurance's current EV-to-EBIT is 7.18. The Insurance industry median EV-to-EBIT is 8.83. Central Reinsurance's value of 7.18 is 18.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Central Reinsurance ranks #125 out of 341 companies in the Insurance industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Central Reinsurance has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Central Reinsurance's EV-to-EBIT compare to RGA and EG?
According to the Insurance industry distribution chart, Central Reinsurance ranks #125 out of 341 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Central Reinsurance in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 8.83. Central Reinsurance's value of 7.18 is 18.7% below this benchmark. 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 an Insurance company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Insurance companies is 8.83, based on 341 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. Central Reinsurance's current EV-to-EBIT of 7.18 is 18.7% 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-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 Central Reinsurance and its competitors. For the Insurance industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 8.83 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Central Reinsurance's current EV-to-EBIT is 7.18. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Central Reinsurance stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Central Reinsurance (TPE:2851) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$29.02, compared to a current price of NT$46.15 — trading 59% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 7.18 and 18.7% below the Insurance industry median of 8.83. Central Reinsurance's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 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-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Central Reinsurance (TPE:2851), the current EV-to-EBIT is 7.18 as of Sep. 02, 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 Central Reinsurance (TPE:2851) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Central Reinsurance stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of NT$46.15 is trading 59% above its estimated GF Value™ of NT$29.02. GuruFocus considers Central Reinsurance to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TPE:2851:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 7.18
  • GF Value™: NT$29.02 vs. price of NT$46.15 (59% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 18.7% below the Insurance median (#125 of 341)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:2851 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Central Reinsurance Business Description

Address Section 2, Nanjing East Road, 12th Floor, No. 53, Zhongshan District, Taipei, TWN, 10457
Central Reinsurance Corp is an insurance company providing a range of property and life inward and outward reinsurance services. Central Reinsurance offers reinsurance protection on non-life insurance businesses, including fire, marine and aviation, casualty, motor, engineering, and residential earthquake insurance; and life insurance business including life, personal accident, and health insurance. The main source of revenue for the company is premiums and commission income.
76GF Score

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NT$46.15
Price
NT$29.02
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