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AUOTPE:2409 -0.78%66 EV-to-EBITDA is 6.96 as of Aug. 21, 2026, which is 76% above its 10-year median of 3.95. GuruFocus rates TPE:2409 with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$17.45 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,902 Hardware companies, AUO ranks better than 75.34% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, AUO's enterprise value is NT$252,433 Mil.
AUO's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$36,248 Mil. Therefore, AUO's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 6.96.
The historical rank and industry rank for AUO's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
TPE:2409'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -47.97 Med: 3.95 Max: 23.49
Current: 6.97
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of AUO was 23.49. The lowest was -47.97. And the median was 3.95.
TPE:2409's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 75.34% of 1902
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 14.215
vs TPE:2409: 6.97
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 (2026-08-21), AUO's stock price is NT$25.60.
AUO's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$0.240. Therefore, AUO's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 106.67.
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.
AUO's share price for today is NT$25.60.
AUO'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$0.240.
* 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 AUO'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:2409 vs APH, GLW, TEL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Electronic Components subindustry, AUO'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.
AUO EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, AUO's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where AUO's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
AUO's current Enterprise Value is NT$252,433 Mil.
AUO'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$36,248 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.
AUO (TPE:2409) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 6.96 as of Aug. 21, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on AUO. This is 76% above median its historical median of 3.95. According to the industry distribution chart, AUO ranks #469 out of 1902 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 24.7%.
Is AUO's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
AUO's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.96 is 76% above median its 10-year median of 3.95. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.22. AUO's value of 6.96 is 51% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, AUO ranks #469 out of 1902 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, AUO has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does AUO's EV-to-EBITDA compare to APH and GLW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, AUO ranks #469 out of 1902 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places AUO in the top 25% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.22. AUO's value of 6.96 is 51% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 3.95 vs. the industry median of 14.22, AUO 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 14.22, based on 1,902 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. AUO's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.96 is 51% 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 AUO. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.22 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. AUO's current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.96, which is 76% above median its own 10-year median of 3.95. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is AUO stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AUO (TPE:2409) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$17.45, compared to a current price of NT$25.60 — trading 46.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.96, which is 76% above median its 10-year median of 3.95 and 51% below the Hardware industry median of 14.22. AUO's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 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 AUO (TPE:2409), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.96 as of Aug. 21, 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 AUO (TPE:2409) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AUO stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of NT$25.60 is trading 46.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of NT$17.45.
GuruFocus considers AUO to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TPE:2409:
EV-to-EBITDA: 6.96 (76% above median its 10-year median of 3.95)
GF Value™: NT$17.45 vs. price of NT$25.60 (46.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 51% below the Hardware median (#469 of 1902)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:2409 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
AUO Corp is a Taiwan-based company that manufactures & distributes thin-film-transistor liquid-crystal-display (TFT-LCD) panels to original equipment manufacturers. It operates in two segments - The display segment & energy segment, the majority is derived from the Display segment. The display segment generally is engaged in the research, development, design, manufacturing, & sale of flat panel displays. The energy segment mainly is engaged in the design, manufacturing, and sale of ingots, solar wafers, and solar modules, as well as providing technical engineering services and maintenance services for solar system projects AU Optronics has manufacturing facilities in Taiwan, Japan, and Malaysia. Geographically, the majority is from the PRC (including Hong Kong).
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