Silicon Optronics (TPE:3530) EV-to-EBIT: 18.71 (As of Aug. 06, 2026) — 18% Below Median

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TPE:3530 Silicon Optronics Inc TPE:3530
67 GF Score
Price NT$55.50
GF Value NT$93.33
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Silicon Optronics EV-to-EBIT?

Silicon Optronics TPE:3530 +2.02% 67 EV-to-EBIT is 18.71 as of Aug. 06, 2026, which is 18% below its 10-year median of 22.76. GuruFocus rates TPE:3530 with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$93.33 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 684 Semiconductors companies, Silicon Optronics ranks better than 66.81% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Silicon Optronics's Enterprise Value is NT$3,130 Mil. Silicon Optronics's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was NT$167 Mil. Therefore, Silicon Optronics's EV-to-EBIT for today is 18.71.

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

TPE:3530' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -299.26   Med: 22.76   Max: 380.66
Current: 18.71

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Silicon Optronics was 380.66. The lowest was -299.26. And the median was 22.76.

TPE:3530's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
66.81% of 684 companies
in the Semiconductors industry
Industry Median: 31.625 vs TPE:3530: 18.71

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Silicon Optronics's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was NT$3,114 Mil. Silicon Optronics's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was NT$167 Mil. Silicon Optronics's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 5.37%.


Silicon Optronics  (TPE:3530) 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) %.

Silicon Optronics's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Mar. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=167.266/3114.3898
=5.37 %

Silicon Optronics's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was NT$3,114 Mil.
Silicon Optronics's EBIT 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 NT$167 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.


Silicon Optronics EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Silicon Optronics EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Silicon Optronics'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.

Silicon Optronics EV-to-EBIT Chart

Silicon Optronics Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 10.50 33.71 -22.10 -67.01 32.31

Silicon Optronics Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 -62.41 -35.40 -26.25 32.31 18.62

TPE:3530 vs NVDA, AVGO, MU: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Semiconductors subindustry, Silicon Optronics'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.


Silicon Optronics EV-to-EBIT vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, Silicon Optronics's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Silicon Optronics EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Silicon Optronics's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=3129.879/167.266
=18.71

Silicon Optronics's current Enterprise Value is NT$3,130 Mil.
Silicon Optronics's EBIT 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 NT$167 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 18.71 mean?
Silicon Optronics (TPE:3530) has a EV-to-EBIT of 18.71 as of Aug. 06, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Silicon Optronics and its competitors. This is 18% below median its historical median of 22.76. According to the industry distribution chart, Silicon Optronics ranks #227 out of 684 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 33.2%.
Is Silicon Optronics' EV-to-EBIT too high?
Silicon Optronics' current EV-to-EBIT of 18.71 is 18% below median its 10-year median of 22.76. The Semiconductors industry median EV-to-EBIT is 31.63. Silicon Optronics' value of 18.71 is 40.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Silicon Optronics ranks #227 out of 684 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Silicon Optronics has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Silicon Optronics' EV-to-EBIT compare to NVDA and AVGO?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, Silicon Optronics ranks #227 out of 684 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Silicon Optronics in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 31.63. Silicon Optronics' value of 18.71 is 40.8% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 22.76 vs. the industry median of 31.63, Silicon Optronics 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-EBIT for a Semiconductors company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Semiconductors companies is 31.63, based on 684 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. Silicon Optronics's current EV-to-EBIT of 18.71 is 40.8% 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 Silicon Optronics and its competitors. For the Semiconductors industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 31.63 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Silicon Optronics's current EV-to-EBIT is 18.71, which is 18% below median its own 10-year median of 22.76. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Silicon Optronics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Silicon Optronics (TPE:3530) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$93.33, compared to a current price of NT$55.50 — trading 40.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 18.71, which is 18% below median its 10-year median of 22.76 and 40.8% below the Semiconductors industry median of 31.63. Silicon Optronics' overall GF Score™ is 67/100 with 3 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 Silicon Optronics (TPE:3530), the current EV-to-EBIT is 18.71 as of Aug. 06, 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 Silicon Optronics (TPE:3530) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Silicon Optronics stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$55.50 is trading 40.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$93.33. GuruFocus considers Silicon Optronics to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for TPE:3530:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 18.71 (18% below median its 10-year median of 22.76)
  • GF Value™: NT$93.33 vs. price of NT$55.50 (40.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 40.8% below the Semiconductors median (#227 of 684)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:3530 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Silicon Optronics Business Description

Address Li Hsin 1st Road, 10-2, 4th Floor, East District, Hsin-Chu, TWN, 300
Silicon Optronics Inc is engaged in the design, development, and sale of complementary metal-oxide semiconductors. Its products include image sensors and shutters. The company derives revenue from complementary metal-oxide semiconductors. Geographically, it operates in Hong Kong, the United States, Taiwan, and other countries, with the majority of revenue deriving from Hong Kong.
67GF Score

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