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Cathay Chemical WorksTPE:1713 -0.11%74 EV-to-EBITDA is 8.66 as of Sep. 01, 2026, which is 58% below its 10-year median of 20.84. GuruFocus rates TPE:1713 with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$47.83 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,342 Chemicals companies, Cathay Chemical Works ranks better than 64.16% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Cathay Chemical Works's enterprise value is NT$6,372.5 Mil.
Cathay Chemical Works's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$735.7 Mil. Therefore, Cathay Chemical Works's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 8.66.
The historical rank and industry rank for Cathay Chemical Works's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
TPE:1713'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.65 Med: 20.84 Max: 104.21
Current: 8.66
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Cathay Chemical Works was 104.21. The lowest was 3.65. And the median was 20.84.
TPE:1713's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 64.16% of 1342
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 12.425
vs TPE:1713: 8.66
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.
Cathay Chemical Works (TPE:1713) 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.
Cathay Chemical Works's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Cathay Chemical Works's share price for today is NT$44.15.
Cathay Chemical Works'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$4.720.
* 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).
Cathay Chemical Works EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Cathay Chemical Works'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.
TPE:1713 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Cathay Chemical Works'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.
Cathay Chemical Works EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Cathay Chemical Works's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Cathay Chemical Works's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Cathay Chemical Works's current Enterprise Value is NT$6,372.5 Mil.
Cathay Chemical Works'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$735.7 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.
Cathay Chemical Works (TPE:1713) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 8.66 as of Sep. 01, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Cathay Chemical Works. This is 58% below median its historical median of 20.84. Over the past decade, Cathay Chemical Works' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.65 to 104.21. According to the industry distribution chart, Cathay Chemical Works ranks #481 out of 1342 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 35.8%.
Is Cathay Chemical Works' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Cathay Chemical Works' current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.66 is 58% below median its 10-year median of 20.84. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.65 to a high of 104.21. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.43. Cathay Chemical Works' value of 8.66 is 30.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cathay Chemical Works ranks #481 out of 1342 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Cathay Chemical Works has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cathay Chemical Works' EV-to-EBITDA compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Cathay Chemical Works ranks #481 out of 1342 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Cathay Chemical Works in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.43. Cathay Chemical Works' value of 8.66 is 30.3% below this benchmark. Historically, Cathay Chemical Works' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.65 to 104.21 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 20.84 vs. the industry median of 12.43, Cathay Chemical Works 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Chemicals companies is 12.43, based on 1,342 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. Cathay Chemical Works's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.66 is 30.3% 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 Cathay Chemical Works. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.43 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cathay Chemical Works's current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.66, which is 58% below median its own 10-year median of 20.84. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cathay Chemical Works stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cathay Chemical Works (TPE:1713) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$47.83, compared to a current price of NT$44.15 — trading 7.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.66, which is 58% below median its 10-year median of 20.84 and 30.3% below the Chemicals industry median of 12.43. Cathay Chemical Works' overall GF Score™ is 74/100 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 Cathay Chemical Works (TPE:1713), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.66 as of Sep. 01, 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 Cathay Chemical Works (TPE:1713) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cathay Chemical Works stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of NT$44.15 is trading 7.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$47.83.
GuruFocus considers Cathay Chemical Works to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for TPE:1713:
EV-to-EBITDA: 8.66 (58% below median its 10-year median of 20.84)
GF Value™: NT$47.83 vs. price of NT$44.15 (7.7% below fair value)
Industry Position: 30.3% below the Chemicals median (#481 of 1342)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:1713 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Cathay Chemical Works Inc Company's mainly business is the manufacture and sale of sodium hydrosulfite, zinc oxide, sodium formaldehyde sulfoxylate, zinc dust and so on. It is the sole operating department. The company has presence in Taiwan, Asia, America, Europe, New Zealand and Australia. The majority of revenue comes from Taiwan.
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