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Z-ComROCO:8176 +1.43%73 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.72 as of Sep. 13, 2026, which is 26% below its 10-year median of 10.45. GuruFocus rates ROCO:8176 with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$10.09 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,908 Hardware companies, Z-Com ranks better than 70.07% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Z-Com's enterprise value is NT$371.7 Mil.
Z-Com's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$48.1 Mil. Therefore, Z-Com's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.72.
The historical rank and industry rank for Z-Com's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
ROCO:8176'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -172.39 Med: 10.45 Max: 37.48
Current: 7.72
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Z-Com was 37.48. The lowest was -172.39. And the median was 10.45.
ROCO:8176's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 70.07% of 1908
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 13.69
vs ROCO:8176: 7.72
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 (2026-09-13), Z-Com's stock price is NT$9.92.
Z-Com's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$0.310. Therefore, Z-Com's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 32.00.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
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.
Z-Com's share price for today is NT$9.92.
Z-Com'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$0.310.
* 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).
The historical data trend for Z-Com'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.
ROCO:8176 vs CSCO, MSI, LITE: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Communication Equipment subindustry, Z-Com'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.
Z-Com EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Z-Com's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Z-Com's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Z-Com's current Enterprise Value is NT$371.7 Mil.
Z-Com'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$48.1 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.
Z-Com (ROCO:8176) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.72 as of Sep. 13, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Z-Com. This is 26% below median its historical median of 10.45. According to the industry distribution chart, Z-Com ranks #571 out of 1908 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 29.9%.
Is Z-Com's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Z-Com's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.72 is 26% below median its 10-year median of 10.45. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.69. Z-Com's value of 7.72 is 43.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Z-Com ranks #571 out of 1908 companies in the Hardware industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Z-Com has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Z-Com's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CSCO and MSI?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Z-Com ranks #571 out of 1908 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Z-Com in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.69. Z-Com's value of 7.72 is 43.6% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 10.45 vs. the industry median of 13.69, Z-Com 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 13.69, based on 1,908 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. Z-Com's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.72 is 43.6% 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 Z-Com. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.69 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Z-Com's current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.72, which is 26% below median its own 10-year median of 10.45. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Z-Com stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Z-Com (ROCO:8176) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$10.09, compared to a current price of NT$9.92 — trading 1.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.72, which is 26% below median its 10-year median of 10.45 and 43.6% below the Hardware industry median of 13.69. Z-Com'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 Z-Com (ROCO:8176), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.72 as of Sep. 13, 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 Z-Com (ROCO:8176) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Z-Com stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of NT$9.92 is trading 1.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$10.09.
GuruFocus considers Z-Com to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for ROCO:8176:
EV-to-EBITDA: 7.72 (26% below median its 10-year median of 10.45)
GF Value™: NT$10.09 vs. price of NT$9.92 (1.7% below fair value)
Industry Position: 43.6% below the Hardware median (#571 of 1908)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ROCO:8176 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Z-Com Inc mainly engaged in research, development and design of software and hardware, manufacturing, sales and system integration for wireless communication systems. The company's products include Wireless LAN Controllers, Indoor Access Points, Outdoor Access Points, Cellular Gateway, Serial Device Servers Industrial Cellular Gateway, Wi-Fi modules, Accessories, and others. The group has only one reportable operating segment. The company has geographical presence in Taiwan, Mainland China, Germany, and Others. The company generates majority of revenue from Germany.
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