Union Petrochemical PCL (BKK:UKEM-R) EV-to-EBITDA: 4.14 (As of Aug. 26, 2026) — 46% Below Median

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BKK:UKEM-R Union Petrochemical PCL BKK:UKEM-R
48 GF Score
Price ฿1.56
GF Value ฿0.83
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Union Petrochemical PCL EV-to-EBITDA?

Union Petrochemical PCL BKK:UKEM-R -3.03% 48 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.14 as of Aug. 26, 2026, which is 46% below its 10-year median of 7.64. GuruFocus rates BKK:UKEM-R with a GF Score™ of 48/100 and a GF Value™ of ฿0.83 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,334 Chemicals companies, Union Petrochemical PCL ranks better than 89.73% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Union Petrochemical PCL's enterprise value is ฿2,125 Mil. Union Petrochemical PCL's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was ฿513 Mil. Therefore, Union Petrochemical PCL's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.14.

The historical rank and industry rank for Union Petrochemical PCL's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

BKK:UKEM-R' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -187.8   Med: 7.64   Max: 214.2
Current: 4.14

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Union Petrochemical PCL was 214.20. The lowest was -187.80. And the median was 7.64.

BKK:UKEM-R's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
89.73% of 1334 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 12.3 vs BKK:UKEM-R: 4.14

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-08-26), Union Petrochemical PCL's stock price is ฿1.55888. Union Petrochemical PCL's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was ฿0.334. Therefore, Union Petrochemical PCL's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 4.67.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


Union Petrochemical PCL  (BKK:UKEM-R) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Union Petrochemical PCL's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.55888/0.334
=4.67

Union Petrochemical PCL's share price for today is ฿1.55888.
Union Petrochemical PCL's Earnings per Share (Diluted) 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 ฿0.334.

* 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.

Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Union Petrochemical PCL EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Union Petrochemical PCL EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Union Petrochemical PCL's EV-to-EBITDA 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.

Union Petrochemical PCL EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Union Petrochemical PCL Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Union Petrochemical PCL Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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BKK:UKEM-R vs DOW: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Chemicals subindustry, Union Petrochemical PCL's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA 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.


Union Petrochemical PCL EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Union Petrochemical PCL's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Union Petrochemical PCL's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Union Petrochemical PCL EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Union Petrochemical PCL's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=2124.843/512.9
=4.14

Union Petrochemical PCL's current Enterprise Value is ฿2,125 Mil.
Union Petrochemical PCL's EBITDA 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 ฿513 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-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.14 mean?
Union Petrochemical PCL (BKK:UKEM-R) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.14 as of Aug. 26, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Union Petrochemical PCL. This is 46% below median its historical median of 7.64. According to the industry distribution chart, Union Petrochemical PCL ranks #137 out of 1334 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 10.3%.
Is Union Petrochemical PCL's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Union Petrochemical PCL's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.14 is 46% below median its 10-year median of 7.64. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.30. Union Petrochemical PCL's value of 4.14 is 66.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Union Petrochemical PCL ranks #137 out of 1334 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Union Petrochemical PCL has a GF Score™ of 48/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Union Petrochemical PCL's EV-to-EBITDA compare to DOW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Union Petrochemical PCL ranks #137 out of 1334 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Union Petrochemical PCL in the top 10% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.30. Union Petrochemical PCL's value of 4.14 is 66.3% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 7.64 vs. the industry median of 12.30, Union Petrochemical PCL 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-EBITDA for a Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Chemicals companies is 12.30, based on 1,334 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Union Petrochemical PCL's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.14 is 66.3% 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-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Union Petrochemical PCL. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.30 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Union Petrochemical PCL's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.14, which is 46% below median its own 10-year median of 7.64. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Union Petrochemical PCL stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Union Petrochemical PCL (BKK:UKEM-R) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ฿0.83, compared to a current price of ฿1.56 — trading 87.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.14, which is 46% below median its 10-year median of 7.64 and 66.3% below the Chemicals industry median of 12.30. Union Petrochemical PCL's overall GF Score™ is 48/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Union Petrochemical PCL (BKK:UKEM-R), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.14 as of Aug. 26, 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 Union Petrochemical PCL (BKK:UKEM-R) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Union Petrochemical PCL stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ฿1.56 is trading 87.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of ฿0.83. GuruFocus considers Union Petrochemical PCL to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for BKK:UKEM-R:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 4.14 (46% below median its 10-year median of 7.64)
  • GF Value™: ฿0.83 vs. price of ฿1.56 (87.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 48/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 66.3% below the Chemicals median (#137 of 1334)

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


Union Petrochemical PCL Business Description

Other Exchanges UKEM:Thailand
Address 728 Boromratchonnee Road, Union House Building, Kwang Bangbumru, Khet Bang Phalt, Bangkok, THA, 10700
Union Petrochemical PCL is principally engaged in the import and distribution of chemical products. The company is organized into three reportable segments: Commodity Chemicals segment, Specialty Chemicals segment, and Other segment. Some of its products are Methanol, Isopropyl alcohol, isobutyl alcohol, N-Butanol, Solvents 3040, Toluene, Mixed Xylene, Solvesso 100 Fluid, Solvesso 150 fluid, Solvesso 150 fluid, Butyl Acetate, Ethyl Acetate and Butyl, among others. The company has diversified into the logistics and storage sector. The group operates solely in Thailand and derives key revenue from the Commodity chemicals segment. The Group's business is operated in Thailand.
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