Formosa Optical Technology Co (ROCO:5312) EV-to-EBITDA: 3.73 (As of Sep. 15, 2026) — 41% Below Median

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ROCO:5312 Formosa Optical Technology Co Ltd ROCO:5312
85 GF Score
Price NT$89.80
GF Value NT$112.11
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Formosa Optical Technology Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Formosa Optical Technology Co ROCO:5312 85 EV-to-EBITDA is 3.73 as of Sep. 15, 2026, which is 41% below its 10-year median of 6.32. GuruFocus rates ROCO:5312 with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$112.11 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 516 Medical Devices & Instruments companies, Formosa Optical Technology Co ranks better than 92.05% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Formosa Optical Technology Co's enterprise value is NT$4,377 Mil. Formosa Optical Technology Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$1,174 Mil. Therefore, Formosa Optical Technology Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 3.73.

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

ROCO:5312' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.68   Med: 6.32   Max: 10.45
Current: 3.73

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Formosa Optical Technology Co was 10.45. The lowest was 3.68. And the median was 6.32.

ROCO:5312's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
92.05% of 516 companies
in the Medical Devices & Instruments industry
Industry Median: 13.67 vs ROCO:5312: 3.73

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 (2026-09-15), Formosa Optical Technology Co's stock price is NT$89.80. Formosa Optical Technology Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$7.300. Therefore, Formosa Optical Technology Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 12.30.

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


Formosa Optical Technology Co  (ROCO:5312) 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.

Formosa Optical Technology Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=89.80/7.300
=12.30

Formosa Optical Technology Co's share price for today is NT$89.80.
Formosa Optical Technology 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$7.300.

* 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?


Formosa Optical Technology Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Formosa Optical Technology Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Formosa Optical Technology 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.

Formosa Optical Technology Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Formosa Optical Technology Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Formosa Optical Technology Co 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 7.45 5.33 5.17 5.00 3.64

ROCO:5312 vs ISRG, BDX, RMD: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Medical Instruments & Supplies subindustry, Formosa Optical Technology 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.


Formosa Optical Technology Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Medical Devices & Instruments Industry

For the Medical Devices & Instruments industry and Healthcare sector, Formosa Optical Technology Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Formosa Optical Technology Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Formosa Optical Technology Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Formosa Optical Technology Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=4377.132/1174.031
=3.73

Formosa Optical Technology Co's current Enterprise Value is NT$4,377 Mil.
Formosa Optical Technology 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$1,174 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 3.73 mean?
Formosa Optical Technology Co (ROCO:5312) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 3.73 as of Sep. 15, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Formosa Optical Technology Co. This is 41% below median its historical median of 6.32. Over the past decade, Formosa Optical Technology Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.68 to 10.45. According to the industry distribution chart, Formosa Optical Technology Co ranks #41 out of 516 companies in the Medical Devices & Instruments industry, placing it in the top 7.9%.
Is Formosa Optical Technology Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Formosa Optical Technology Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.73 is 41% below median its 10-year median of 6.32. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.68 to a high of 10.45. The Medical Devices & Instruments industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.67. Formosa Optical Technology Co's value of 3.73 is 72.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Formosa Optical Technology Co ranks #41 out of 516 companies in the Medical Devices & Instruments industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Formosa Optical Technology Co has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Formosa Optical Technology Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to ISRG and BDX?
According to the Medical Devices & Instruments industry distribution chart, Formosa Optical Technology Co ranks #41 out of 516 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Formosa Optical Technology Co in the top 8% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.67. Formosa Optical Technology Co's value of 3.73 is 72.7% below this benchmark. Historically, Formosa Optical Technology Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.68 to 10.45 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.32 vs. the industry median of 13.67, Formosa Optical Technology 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 Medical Devices & Instruments company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Medical Devices & Instruments companies is 13.67, based on 516 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. Formosa Optical Technology Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.73 is 72.7% 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 Formosa Optical Technology Co. For the Medical Devices & Instruments 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. Formosa Optical Technology Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.73, which is 41% below median its own 10-year median of 6.32. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Formosa Optical Technology Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Formosa Optical Technology Co (ROCO:5312) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$112.11, compared to a current price of NT$89.80 — trading 19.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.73, which is 41% below median its 10-year median of 6.32 and 72.7% below the Medical Devices & Instruments industry median of 13.67. Formosa Optical Technology Co's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 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-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Formosa Optical Technology Co (ROCO:5312), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.73 as of Sep. 15, 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 Formosa Optical Technology Co (ROCO:5312) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Formosa Optical Technology Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$89.80 is trading 19.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$112.11. GuruFocus considers Formosa Optical Technology Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ROCO:5312:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 3.73 (41% below median its 10-year median of 6.32)
  • GF Value™: NT$112.11 vs. price of NT$89.80 (19.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 72.7% below the Medical Devices & Instruments median (#41 of 516)

No single metric tells the full story. See the ROCO:5312 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Formosa Optical Technology Co Business Description

Address No. 97, Xintai 5th Road, 16th Floor, Section 1, Xizhi District, New Taipei City, TWN
Formosa Optical Technology Co Ltd is mainly engaged in the eyewear business, including optometry services and the retail business selling contact lenses and eye drops. The Group mainly derives revenue from the business divisions of Formosa Optical Technology and Bo Wei Optical, with Formosa Optical Technology generating maximum revenue. The majority of revenue is derived from the sale of glasses. The Group generates the majority of its revenue from Taiwan.
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