Lian Hwa Foods (TPE:1231) EV-to-EBITDA: 14.35 (As of Aug. 31, 2026) — 15% Above Median

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TPE:1231 Lian Hwa Foods Corp TPE:1231
90 GF Score
Price NT$80.50
GF Value NT$91.74
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Lian Hwa Foods EV-to-EBITDA?

Lian Hwa Foods TPE:1231 -0.12% 90 EV-to-EBITDA is 14.35 as of Aug. 31, 2026, which is 15% above its 10-year median of 12.46. GuruFocus rates TPE:1231 with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$91.74 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,655 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Lian Hwa Foods ranks worse than 70.39% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Lian Hwa Foods's enterprise value is NT$30,797 Mil. Lian Hwa Foods's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$2,147 Mil. Therefore, Lian Hwa Foods's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 14.35.

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

TPE:1231' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.5   Med: 12.46   Max: 28.49
Current: 14.34

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Lian Hwa Foods was 28.49. The lowest was 7.50. And the median was 12.46.

TPE:1231's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
70.39% of 1655 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 9.31 vs TPE:1231: 14.34

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 (2026-08-31), Lian Hwa Foods's stock price is NT$80.50. Lian Hwa Foods's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$4.482. Therefore, Lian Hwa Foods's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 17.96.

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


Lian Hwa Foods  (TPE:1231) 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.

Lian Hwa Foods's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=80.50/4.482
=17.96

Lian Hwa Foods's share price for today is NT$80.50.
Lian Hwa Foods'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$4.482.

* 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?


Lian Hwa Foods EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Lian Hwa Foods EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Lian Hwa Foods'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.

Lian Hwa Foods EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Lian Hwa Foods 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 12.19 14.02 16.39 22.65 18.17

Lian Hwa Foods 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 25.01 24.05 18.17 15.90 14.14

TPE:1231 vs KHC, GIS: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Lian Hwa Foods'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.


Lian Hwa Foods EV-to-EBITDA vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Lian Hwa Foods's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Lian Hwa Foods EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Lian Hwa Foods's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=30796.748/2146.75
=14.35

Lian Hwa Foods's current Enterprise Value is NT$30,797 Mil.
Lian Hwa Foods'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$2,147 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 14.35 mean?
Lian Hwa Foods (TPE:1231) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 14.35 as of Aug. 31, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Lian Hwa Foods. This is 15% above median its historical median of 12.46. Over the past decade, Lian Hwa Foods' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.50 to 28.49. According to the industry distribution chart, Lian Hwa Foods ranks #1165 out of 1655 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 70.4%.
Is Lian Hwa Foods' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Lian Hwa Foods' current EV-to-EBITDA of 14.35 is 15% above median its 10-year median of 12.46. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.50 to a high of 28.49. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.31. Lian Hwa Foods' value of 14.35 is 54.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Lian Hwa Foods ranks #1165 out of 1655 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Lian Hwa Foods has a GF Score™ of 90/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lian Hwa Foods' EV-to-EBITDA compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Lian Hwa Foods ranks #1165 out of 1655 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Lian Hwa Foods in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.31. Lian Hwa Foods' value of 14.35 is 54.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Lian Hwa Foods' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.50 to 28.49 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.46 vs. the industry median of 9.31, Lian Hwa Foods 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 9.31, based on 1,655 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. Lian Hwa Foods's current EV-to-EBITDA of 14.35 is 54.1% 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 Lian Hwa Foods. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.31 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Lian Hwa Foods's current EV-to-EBITDA is 14.35, which is 15% above median its own 10-year median of 12.46. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Lian Hwa Foods stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lian Hwa Foods (TPE:1231) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$91.74, compared to a current price of NT$80.50 — trading 12.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 14.35, which is 15% above median its 10-year median of 12.46 and 54.1% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 9.31. Lian Hwa Foods' overall GF Score™ is 90/100 with 5 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 Lian Hwa Foods (TPE:1231), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 14.35 as of Aug. 31, 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 Lian Hwa Foods (TPE:1231) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lian Hwa Foods stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$80.50 is trading 12.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$91.74. GuruFocus considers Lian Hwa Foods to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TPE:1231:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 14.35 (15% above median its 10-year median of 12.46)
  • GF Value™: NT$91.74 vs. price of NT$80.50 (12.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 90/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 54.1% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#1165 of 1655)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:1231 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Lian Hwa Foods Business Description

Address No. 148, Dihua Street, Section 1, Datong District, Taipei, TWN
Lian Hwa Foods Corp is engaged in the manufacturing, processing, trading, and wholesale and retail of seaweed, squid, pasta, rice bran, beans, nuts, melon seeds, jams, beverages, sugar, candy, biscuits, peanut butter and other products or processed products, and various sea and land products, frozen processed foods and canned foods. It operates in two divisions: Snack Food Division and RTE (Ready-to-Eat) Foods Division. The RTE (Ready-to-Eat) Foods Division derives majority of the revenue from Taiwan. Its brands include KOLOKO Crispy Pea Snacks, VIVA Nuts, CADINA Snacks, Moto-Moto-Yama Seaweed, Chef Hoka Instant Pasta, and Lucky Star Snacks.
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NT$80.50
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NT$91.74
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