Argosy Research (ROCO:3217) EV-to-EBITDA: 5.90 (As of Sep. 14, 2026) — 28% Below Median

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ROCO:3217 Argosy Research Inc ROCO:3217
86 GF Score
Price NT$127.00
GF Value NT$192.93
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is Argosy Research EV-to-EBITDA?

Argosy Research ROCO:3217 -0.39% 86 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.90 as of Sep. 14, 2026, which is 28% below its 10-year median of 8.22. GuruFocus rates ROCO:3217 with a GF Score™ of 86/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$192.93 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,907 Hardware companies, Argosy Research ranks better than 79.65% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Argosy Research's enterprise value is NT$9,173 Mil. Argosy Research's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$1,554 Mil. Therefore, Argosy Research's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.90.

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

ROCO:3217' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.24   Med: 8.22   Max: 15.32
Current: 5.9

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Argosy Research was 15.32. The lowest was 4.24. And the median was 8.22.

ROCO:3217's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
79.65% of 1907 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 13.71 vs ROCO:3217: 5.90

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 (2026-09-14), Argosy Research's stock price is NT$127.00. Argosy Research's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$12.629. Therefore, Argosy Research's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 10.06.

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


Argosy Research  (ROCO:3217) 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.

Argosy Research's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=127.00/12.629
=10.06

Argosy Research's share price for today is NT$127.00.
Argosy Research'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 NT$12.629.

* 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?


Argosy Research EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Argosy Research EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Argosy Research'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.

Argosy Research EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Argosy Research Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 11.92 6.60 13.32 8.82 7.89

Argosy Research Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
EV-to-EBITDA 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 8.35 9.16 7.89 7.38 8.92

ROCO:3217 vs APH, GLW, TEL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Electronic Components subindustry, Argosy Research'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.


Argosy Research EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Argosy Research's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Argosy Research's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Argosy Research EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Argosy Research's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=9173.439/1554.464
=5.90

Argosy Research's current Enterprise Value is NT$9,173 Mil.
Argosy Research'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 NT$1,554 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 5.90 mean?
Argosy Research (ROCO:3217) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.90 as of Sep. 14, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Argosy Research. This is 28% below median its historical median of 8.22. Over the past decade, Argosy Research's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.24 to 15.32. According to the industry distribution chart, Argosy Research ranks #388 out of 1907 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 20.3%.
Is Argosy Research's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Argosy Research's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.90 is 28% below median its 10-year median of 8.22. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.24 to a high of 15.32. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.71. Argosy Research's value of 5.90 is 57% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Argosy Research ranks #388 out of 1907 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Argosy Research has a GF Score™ of 86/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Argosy Research's EV-to-EBITDA compare to APH and GLW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Argosy Research ranks #388 out of 1907 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Argosy Research in the top 20% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.71. Argosy Research's value of 5.90 is 57% below this benchmark. Historically, Argosy Research's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.24 to 15.32 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 8.22 vs. the industry median of 13.71, Argosy Research 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Hardware companies is 13.71, based on 1,907 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. Argosy Research's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.90 is 57% 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 Argosy Research. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.71 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Argosy Research's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.90, which is 28% below median its own 10-year median of 8.22. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Argosy Research stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Argosy Research (ROCO:3217) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$192.93, compared to a current price of NT$127.00 — trading 34.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.90, which is 28% below median its 10-year median of 8.22 and 57% below the Hardware industry median of 13.71. Argosy Research's overall GF Score™ is 86/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Argosy Research (ROCO:3217), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.90 as of Sep. 14, 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 Argosy Research (ROCO:3217) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Argosy Research stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$127.00 is trading 34.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$192.93. GuruFocus considers Argosy Research to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ROCO:3217:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 5.90 (28% below median its 10-year median of 8.22)
  • GF Value™: NT$192.93 vs. price of NT$127.00 (34.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 86/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 57% below the Hardware median (#388 of 1907)

No single metric tells the full story. See the ROCO:3217 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Argosy Research Business Description

Address No. 15-3, Neo Pu South Road, Xiangshan District, Hsinchu, TWN, 300
Argosy Research Inc is engaged in the manufacture and sale of electronic components and electronic connectors as its main business item. It has developed the following electronics connector categories: USB3.1 Type-C, DDR3/4/5(SO-DIMM & Long DIMM), M.2(NGFF), Mini PCIe, LVDS, RF Coaxial, Battery, and Injection/Molding Parts (Housing) in various and customizable specifications and products, among others. Geographically, the company generates a majority of its revenue from Asia and the rest from the Americas and other regions.
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NT$127.00
Price
NT$192.93
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