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DFITPE:2397 -2.89%69 EV-to-EBITDA is 12.37 as of Aug. 19, 2026, which is 29% above its 10-year median of 9.56. GuruFocus rates TPE:2397 with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$87.58 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,890 Hardware companies, DFI ranks better than 55.5% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, DFI's enterprise value is NT$11,547 Mil.
DFI's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$933 Mil. Therefore, DFI's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 12.37.
The historical rank and industry rank for DFI's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
TPE:2397'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.29 Med: 9.56 Max: 18.15
Current: 12.37
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of DFI was 18.15. The lowest was 5.29. And the median was 9.56.
TPE:2397's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 55.5% of 1890
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 14.59
vs TPE:2397: 12.37
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 (2026-08-19), DFI's stock price is NT$63.90.
DFI's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$2.720. Therefore, DFI's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 23.49.
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.
DFI's share price for today is NT$63.90.
DFI'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$2.720.
* 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).
The historical data trend for DFI'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:2397 vs DELL, ANET, SNDK: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Computer Hardware subindustry, DFI'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.
DFI EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, DFI's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where DFI's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
DFI's current Enterprise Value is NT$11,547 Mil.
DFI'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$933 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.
DFI (TPE:2397) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 12.37 as of Aug. 19, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on DFI. This is 29% above median its historical median of 9.56. Over the past decade, DFI's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.29 to 18.15. According to the industry distribution chart, DFI ranks #841 out of 1890 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 44.5%.
Is DFI's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
DFI's current EV-to-EBITDA of 12.37 is 29% above median its 10-year median of 9.56. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.29 to a high of 18.15. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.59. DFI's value of 12.37 is 15.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, DFI ranks #841 out of 1890 companies in the Hardware industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, DFI has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does DFI's EV-to-EBITDA compare to DELL and ANET?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, DFI ranks #841 out of 1890 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts DFI in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.59. DFI's value of 12.37 is 15.2% below this benchmark. Historically, DFI's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.29 to 18.15 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.56 vs. the industry median of 14.59, DFI 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 14.59, based on 1,890 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. DFI's current EV-to-EBITDA of 12.37 is 15.2% 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 DFI. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.59 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. DFI's current EV-to-EBITDA is 12.37, which is 29% above median its own 10-year median of 9.56. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is DFI stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DFI (TPE:2397) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$87.58, compared to a current price of NT$63.90 — trading 27% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 12.37, which is 29% above median its 10-year median of 9.56 and 15.2% below the Hardware industry median of 14.59. DFI's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 4 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 DFI (TPE:2397), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 12.37 as of Aug. 19, 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 DFI (TPE:2397) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DFI stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of NT$63.90 is trading 27% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$87.58.
GuruFocus considers DFI to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for TPE:2397:
EV-to-EBITDA: 12.37 (29% above median its 10-year median of 9.56)
GF Value™: NT$87.58 vs. price of NT$63.90 (27% below fair value)
Industry Position: 15.2% below the Hardware median (#841 of 1890)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:2397 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
DFI Inc is engaged in the manufacturing and sales of boards and computer components for industrial computers. The company designs and innovates quality management systems, DFI's industrial-grade solutions enable customers to optimize their equipment and ensure reliability, long-term life cycle, and all-time durability in a breadth of markets including Industry Automation, Medical, Gaming, Transportation, Energy, mission-critical, and intelligent retail.
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