Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology (TPE:6278) EV-to-EBIT: 12.40 (As of Sep. 06, 2026) — 99% Above Median

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TPE:6278 Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology Corp TPE:6278
79 GF Score
Price NT$200.00
GF Value NT$117.27
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology EV-to-EBIT?

Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology TPE:6278 +4.44% 79 EV-to-EBIT is 12.40 as of Sep. 06, 2026, which is 99% above its 10-year median of 6.24. GuruFocus rates TPE:6278 with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$117.27 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,776 Hardware companies, Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology ranks better than 64.41% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's Enterprise Value is NT$46,784 Mil. Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$3,773 Mil. Therefore, Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's EV-to-EBIT for today is 12.40.

The historical rank and industry rank for Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's EV-to-EBIT or its related term are showing as below:

TPE:6278' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.12   Med: 6.24   Max: 17.81
Current: 12.4

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology was 17.81. The lowest was 3.12. And the median was 6.24.

TPE:6278's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
64.41% of 1776 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 18.905 vs TPE:6278: 12.40

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$50,497 Mil. Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$3,773 Mil. Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 7.47%.


Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology  (TPE:6278) 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) %.

Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology'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 )
=3772.625/50496.602
=7.47 %

Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$50,497 Mil.
Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology'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$3,773 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.


Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology'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.

Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology EV-to-EBIT Chart

Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology Annual Data
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EV-to-EBIT
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Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology Quarterly Data
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TPE:6278 vs NVDA, AVGO, MU: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Electronic Components subindustry, Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology'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.


Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology EV-to-EBIT vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


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Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=46784.166/3772.625
=12.40

Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's current Enterprise Value is NT$46,784 Mil.
Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology'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$3,773 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 12.40 mean?
Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology (TPE:6278) has a EV-to-EBIT of 12.40 as of Sep. 06, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology and its competitors. This is 99% above median its historical median of 6.24. Over the past decade, Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 3.12 to 17.81. According to the industry distribution chart, Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology ranks #632 out of 1776 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 35.6%.
Is Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's current EV-to-EBIT of 12.40 is 99% above median its 10-year median of 6.24. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.12 to a high of 17.81. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBIT is 18.91. Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's value of 12.40 is 34.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology ranks #632 out of 1776 companies in the Hardware industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's EV-to-EBIT compare to NVDA and AVGO?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology ranks #632 out of 1776 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 18.91. Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's value of 12.40 is 34.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 3.12 to 17.81 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.24 vs. the industry median of 18.91, Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Hardware companies is 18.91, based on 1,776 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. Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's current EV-to-EBIT of 12.40 is 34.4% 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 Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 18.91 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's current EV-to-EBIT is 12.40, which is 99% above median its own 10-year median of 6.24. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology (TPE:6278) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$117.27, compared to a current price of NT$200.00 — trading 70.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 12.40, which is 99% above median its 10-year median of 6.24 and 34.4% below the Hardware industry median of 18.91. Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 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 Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology (TPE:6278), the current EV-to-EBIT is 12.40 as of Sep. 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 Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology (TPE:6278) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of NT$200.00 is trading 70.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of NT$117.27. GuruFocus considers Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TPE:6278:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 12.40 (99% above median its 10-year median of 6.24)
  • GF Value™: NT$117.27 vs. price of NT$200.00 (70.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 34.4% below the Hardware median (#632 of 1776)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:6278 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology Business Description

Address No. 437, Taoying Road, Dashuli, Taoyuan District, Taoyuan, TWN, 330
Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology Corp is engaged in the design, processing, manufacturing, and trading of TFT-LCD panels, general electronic information products, and PCB surface-mount packaging. Its Surface Mounting Technology is widely used for IT and electronic products. The products provided include Control boards for TFT-LCD panels (TV/Desk Top/ Note books), other electronic products, and light bars.
79GF Score

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