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Ho Tung ChemicalTPE:1714 +0.60%64 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.38 as of Sep. 04, 2026, which is 18% below its 10-year median of 5.37. GuruFocus rates TPE:1714 with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$12.74 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,342 Chemicals companies, Ho Tung Chemical ranks better than 88.6% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Ho Tung Chemical's enterprise value is NT$15,152 Mil.
Ho Tung Chemical's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$3,457 Mil. Therefore, Ho Tung Chemical's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.38.
The historical rank and industry rank for Ho Tung Chemical's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
TPE:1714'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.2 Med: 5.37 Max: 10.98
Current: 4.39
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Ho Tung Chemical was 10.98. The lowest was 2.20. And the median was 5.37.
TPE:1714's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 88.6% of 1342
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 12.39
vs TPE:1714: 4.39
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.
Ho Tung Chemical (TPE:1714) 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.
Ho Tung Chemical's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Ho Tung Chemical's share price for today is NT$16.65.
Ho Tung Chemical'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$1.190.
* 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 Ho Tung Chemical'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.
For the Chemicals subindustry, Ho Tung Chemical'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.
Ho Tung Chemical EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Ho Tung Chemical's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Ho Tung Chemical's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Ho Tung Chemical's current Enterprise Value is NT$15,152 Mil.
Ho Tung Chemical'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$3,457 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.
Ho Tung Chemical (TPE:1714) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.38 as of Sep. 04, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Ho Tung Chemical. This is 18% below median its historical median of 5.37. Over the past decade, Ho Tung Chemical's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.20 to 10.98. According to the industry distribution chart, Ho Tung Chemical ranks #153 out of 1342 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 11.4%.
Is Ho Tung Chemical's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Ho Tung Chemical's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.38 is 18% below median its 10-year median of 5.37. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.20 to a high of 10.98. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.39. Ho Tung Chemical's value of 4.38 is 64.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Ho Tung Chemical ranks #153 out of 1342 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Ho Tung Chemical has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ho Tung Chemical's EV-to-EBITDA compare to DOW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Ho Tung Chemical ranks #153 out of 1342 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Ho Tung Chemical in the top 11% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.39. Ho Tung Chemical's value of 4.38 is 64.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Ho Tung Chemical's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.20 to 10.98 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.37 vs. the industry median of 12.39, Ho Tung Chemical 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 12.39, 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. Ho Tung Chemical's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.38 is 64.6% 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 Ho Tung Chemical. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.39 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Ho Tung Chemical's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.38, which is 18% below median its own 10-year median of 5.37. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ho Tung Chemical stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ho Tung Chemical (TPE:1714) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$12.74, compared to a current price of NT$16.65 — trading 30.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.38, which is 18% below median its 10-year median of 5.37 and 64.6% below the Chemicals industry median of 12.39. Ho Tung Chemical's overall GF Score™ is 64/100 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 Ho Tung Chemical (TPE:1714), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.38 as of Sep. 04, 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 Ho Tung Chemical (TPE:1714) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ho Tung Chemical stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of NT$16.65 is trading 30.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of NT$12.74.
GuruFocus considers Ho Tung Chemical to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TPE:1714:
EV-to-EBITDA: 4.38 (18% below median its 10-year median of 5.37)
GF Value™: NT$12.74 vs. price of NT$16.65 (30.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 64.6% below the Chemicals median (#153 of 1342)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:1714 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Ho Tung Chemical Corp is engaged in the manufacturing, processing, and sales of chemicals such as normal paraffin, alkenes, etc. The company's key products comprise Paraffin, Linear Alkylbenzene, Anionic Surfactants, Cationic Surfactants, Non-ionic Surfactants, Amphoteric Surfactants, Solvents, and others. It also focuses on other businesses like oil, investment, and cement. The company's reportable segments include Chemicals, which derives the majority of its revenue from Oil Products, Cement, and Investments. Geographically, the company generates a majority of its revenue from China and the rest from Taiwan, other parts of Southeast Asia, and other regions.
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