Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co (ROCO:4527) EV-to-EBITDA: 4.49 (As of Sep. 11, 2026) — 34% Below Median

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ROCO:4527 Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co Ltd ROCO:4527
73 GF Score
Price NT$40.75
GF Value NT$39.52
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co ROCO:4527 +0.12% 73 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.49 as of Sep. 11, 2026, which is 34% below its 10-year median of 6.82. GuruFocus rates ROCO:4527 with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$39.52 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,906 Hardware companies, Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co ranks better than 85.1% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's enterprise value is NT$2,244 Mil. Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$499 Mil. Therefore, Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.49.

The historical rank and industry rank for Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

ROCO:4527' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.49   Med: 6.82   Max: 8.88
Current: 4.49

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co was 8.88. The lowest was 4.49. And the median was 6.82.

ROCO:4527's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
85.1% of 1906 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 13.67 vs ROCO:4527: 4.49

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 (2026-09-11), Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's stock price is NT$40.75. Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$4.277. Therefore, Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 9.53.

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


Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co  (ROCO:4527) 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.

Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=40.75/4.277
=9.53

Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's share price for today is NT$40.75.
Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co'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$4.277.

* 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?


Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co'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.

Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co Annual Data
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EV-to-EBITDA
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Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co Quarterly Data
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ROCO:4527 vs APH, GLW, TEL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Electronic Components subindustry, Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co'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.


Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


ROCO:4527
73GF Score
Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co Ltd ROCO:4527
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Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=2243.850/499.195
=4.49

Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's current Enterprise Value is NT$2,244 Mil.
Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co'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$499 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 4.49 mean?
Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co (ROCO:4527) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.49 as of Sep. 11, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co. This is 34% below median its historical median of 6.82. Over the past decade, Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.49 to 8.88. According to the industry distribution chart, Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co ranks #284 out of 1906 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 14.9%.
Is Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.49 is 34% below median its 10-year median of 6.82. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.49 to a high of 8.88. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.67. Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's value of 4.49 is 67.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co ranks #284 out of 1906 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to APH and GLW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co ranks #284 out of 1906 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co in the top 15% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.67. Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's value of 4.49 is 67.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.49 to 8.88 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.82 vs. the industry median of 13.67, Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co 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 13.67, based on 1,906 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. Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.49 is 67.2% 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 Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.67 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.49, which is 34% below median its own 10-year median of 6.82. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co (ROCO:4527) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$39.52, compared to a current price of NT$40.75 — trading 3.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.49, which is 34% below median its 10-year median of 6.82 and 67.2% below the Hardware industry median of 13.67. Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 2 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 Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co (ROCO:4527), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.49 as of Sep. 11, 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 Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co (ROCO:4527) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of NT$40.75 is trading 3.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of NT$39.52. GuruFocus considers Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for ROCO:4527:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 4.49 (34% below median its 10-year median of 6.82)
  • GF Value™: NT$39.52 vs. price of NT$40.75 (3.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 67.2% below the Hardware median (#284 of 1906)

No single metric tells the full story. See the ROCO:4527 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co Business Description

Address No.300, Chihkan North Road, Ziguan District, Kaohsiung, TWN, 826
Kuen Ling Machinery Refrigerating Co Ltd is engaged in the installation, maintenance, repair, assembly, manufacturing, processing, buying and selling, domestic and international sales, and leasing of condensers, ice water coolers, ice water units, and refrigeration units. Its products are water-cooled centrifugal, screw type, flooded type chiller units, air-cooled chiller unit, computer room packaged chiller units, thermal storage ice tank, and vacuum freeze-dried equipment. There are three segments of the Group, which are operation bases in Taiwan, Mainland China and Vietnam regions.
73GF Score

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