HIGGSTEC (ROCO:5220) EV-to-EBITDA: 13.89 (As of Sep. 07, 2026) — 110% Above Median

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ROCO:5220 HIGGSTEC Inc ROCO:5220
71 GF Score
Price NT$19.60
GF Value NT$24.77
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is HIGGSTEC EV-to-EBITDA?

HIGGSTEC ROCO:5220 -0.25% 71 EV-to-EBITDA is 13.89 as of Sep. 07, 2026, which is 110% above its 10-year median of 6.62. GuruFocus rates ROCO:5220 with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$24.77 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,905 Hardware companies, HIGGSTEC ranks worse than 50.24% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, HIGGSTEC's enterprise value is NT$731.0 Mil. HIGGSTEC's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$52.6 Mil. Therefore, HIGGSTEC's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 13.89.

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

ROCO:5220' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.2   Med: 6.62   Max: 49.78
Current: 13.89

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of HIGGSTEC was 49.78. The lowest was 3.20. And the median was 6.62.

ROCO:5220's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
50.24% of 1905 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 13.82 vs ROCO:5220: 13.89

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 (2026-09-07), HIGGSTEC's stock price is NT$19.60. HIGGSTEC's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$0.160. Therefore, HIGGSTEC's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 122.50.

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


HIGGSTEC  (ROCO:5220) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=19.60/0.160
=122.50

HIGGSTEC's share price for today is NT$19.60.
HIGGSTEC'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$0.160.

* 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?


HIGGSTEC EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


HIGGSTEC EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for HIGGSTEC'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.

HIGGSTEC EV-to-EBITDA Chart

HIGGSTEC 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 6.51 5.24 10.55 13.07 42.80

HIGGSTEC 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 22.37 26.66 42.80 29.18 14.93

ROCO:5220 vs APH, GLW, TEL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Electronic Components subindustry, HIGGSTEC'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.


HIGGSTEC EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry

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

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


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HIGGSTEC EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=730.992/52.635
=13.89

HIGGSTEC's current Enterprise Value is NT$731.0 Mil.
HIGGSTEC'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$52.6 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 13.89 mean?
HIGGSTEC (ROCO:5220) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 13.89 as of Sep. 07, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on HIGGSTEC. This is 110% above median its historical median of 6.62. Over the past decade, HIGGSTEC's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.20 to 49.78. According to the industry distribution chart, HIGGSTEC ranks #957 out of 1905 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 50.2%.
Is HIGGSTEC's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
HIGGSTEC's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.89 is 110% above median its 10-year median of 6.62. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.20 to a high of 49.78. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.82. HIGGSTEC's value of 13.89 is 0.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, HIGGSTEC ranks #957 out of 1905 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, HIGGSTEC has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HIGGSTEC's EV-to-EBITDA compare to APH and GLW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, HIGGSTEC ranks #957 out of 1905 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places HIGGSTEC in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.82. HIGGSTEC's value of 13.89 is 0.5% above this benchmark. Historically, HIGGSTEC's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.20 to 49.78 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.62 vs. the industry median of 13.82, HIGGSTEC has consistently been above 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 13.82, based on 1,905 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. HIGGSTEC's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.89 is 0.5% above 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 HIGGSTEC. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.82 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. HIGGSTEC's current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.89, which is 110% above median its own 10-year median of 6.62. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is HIGGSTEC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HIGGSTEC (ROCO:5220) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$24.77, compared to a current price of NT$19.60 — trading 20.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.89, which is 110% above median its 10-year median of 6.62 and 0.5% above the Hardware industry median of 13.82. HIGGSTEC's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 6 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 HIGGSTEC (ROCO:5220), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.89 as of Sep. 07, 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 HIGGSTEC (ROCO:5220) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HIGGSTEC stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$19.60 is trading 20.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$24.77. GuruFocus considers HIGGSTEC to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ROCO:5220:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 13.89 (110% above median its 10-year median of 6.62)
  • GF Value™: NT$24.77 vs. price of NT$19.60 (20.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 0.5% above the Hardware median (#957 of 1905)

No single metric tells the full story. See the ROCO:5220 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


HIGGSTEC Business Description

Address No. 22, Dingping Road, Suao Town, Yilan, Taoyuan, TWN, 333
HIGGSTEC Inc is a Taiwan-based company engaged in the research and development of touch technology. The products of the company include Standard 5-wire Resistive Touch Solution, Custom 5-Wire Resistive Touch Solution, Projected Capacitive Touch Solution, and Controller. Its products have applications in Military, Automotive, Medical, Marine and Gaming Industries.
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