Cheng Loong (TPE:1904) EV-to-EBITDA: 6.79 (As of Aug. 28, 2026) — 11% Below Median

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TPE:1904 Cheng Loong Corp TPE:1904
72 GF Score
Price NT$25.45
GF Value NT$21.19
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 11 Warning Signs
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What is Cheng Loong EV-to-EBITDA?

Cheng Loong TPE:1904 +0.39% 72 EV-to-EBITDA is 6.79 as of Aug. 28, 2026, which is 11% below its 10-year median of 7.62. GuruFocus rates TPE:1904 with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$21.19 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 219 Forest Products companies, Cheng Loong ranks better than 66.21% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Cheng Loong's enterprise value is NT$52,739 Mil. Cheng Loong's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$7,770 Mil. Therefore, Cheng Loong's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 6.79.

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

TPE:1904' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.25   Med: 7.62   Max: 12.17
Current: 6.78

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Cheng Loong was 12.17. The lowest was 5.25. And the median was 7.62.

TPE:1904's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
66.21% of 219 companies
in the Forest Products industry
Industry Median: 9.01 vs TPE:1904: 6.78

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 (2026-08-28), Cheng Loong's stock price is NT$25.45. Cheng Loong's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$2.160. Therefore, Cheng Loong's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 11.78.

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


Cheng Loong  (TPE:1904) 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.

Cheng Loong's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=25.45/2.160
=11.78

Cheng Loong's share price for today is NT$25.45.
Cheng Loong'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$2.160.

* 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?


Cheng Loong EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Cheng Loong EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Cheng Loong'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.

Cheng Loong EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Cheng Loong Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Cheng Loong 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 8.31 8.48 7.66 7.42 6.21

Cheng Loong EV-to-EBITDA Competitor Comparison

For the Paper & Paper Products subindustry, Cheng Loong'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.


Cheng Loong EV-to-EBITDA vs Forest Products Industry

For the Forest Products industry and Basic Materials sector, Cheng Loong's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Cheng Loong's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


TPE:1904
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Cheng Loong EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Cheng Loong's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=52738.536/7770.267
=6.79

Cheng Loong's current Enterprise Value is NT$52,739 Mil.
Cheng Loong'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$7,770 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 6.79 mean?
Cheng Loong (TPE:1904) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 6.79 as of Aug. 28, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Cheng Loong. This is 11% below median its historical median of 7.62. Over the past decade, Cheng Loong's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.25 to 12.17. According to the industry distribution chart, Cheng Loong ranks #74 out of 219 companies in the Forest Products industry, placing it in the top 33.8%.
Is Cheng Loong's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Cheng Loong's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.79 is 11% below median its 10-year median of 7.62. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.25 to a high of 12.17. The Forest Products industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.01. Cheng Loong's value of 6.79 is 24.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cheng Loong ranks #74 out of 219 companies in the Forest Products industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Cheng Loong has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cheng Loong's EV-to-EBITDA compare to competitors?
According to the Forest Products industry distribution chart, Cheng Loong ranks #74 out of 219 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Cheng Loong in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.01. Cheng Loong's value of 6.79 is 24.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Cheng Loong's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.25 to 12.17 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.62 vs. the industry median of 9.01, Cheng Loong 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 Forest Products company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Forest Products companies is 9.01, based on 219 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. Cheng Loong's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.79 is 24.6% 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 Cheng Loong. For the Forest Products industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.01 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cheng Loong's current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.79, which is 11% below median its own 10-year median of 7.62. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cheng Loong stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cheng Loong (TPE:1904) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$21.19, compared to a current price of NT$25.45 — trading 20.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.79, which is 11% below median its 10-year median of 7.62 and 24.6% below the Forest Products industry median of 9.01. Cheng Loong's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 11 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 Cheng Loong (TPE:1904), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.79 as of Aug. 28, 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 Cheng Loong (TPE:1904) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cheng Loong stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of NT$25.45 is trading 20.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of NT$21.19. GuruFocus considers Cheng Loong to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TPE:1904:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 6.79 (11% below median its 10-year median of 7.62)
  • GF Value™: NT$21.19 vs. price of NT$25.45 (20.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 11 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 24.6% below the Forest Products median (#74 of 219)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:1904 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Cheng Loong Business Description

Address Min Sheng Road, No. 1, Section 1, Banqiao District, New Taipei, TWN, 220
Cheng Loong Corp manufactures and sells a variety of paper products. The company is engaged in the manufacturing and sale of paper products, materials for paper products, corrugated cartons, and related products. It is also engaged in building commercial and residential premises for rent and sale in partnership with construction companies. The company generates a majority of its revenue from the manufacturing and sale of industrial paper, corrugated containers, and related products. Its geographical segments are Taiwan, which generates key revenue, China, and Southeast Asia.
72GF Score

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