Symtek Automation Asia Co (TPE:6438) EV-to-EBITDA: 16.65 (As of Aug. 27, 2026) — 62% Above Median

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TPE:6438 Symtek Automation Asia Co Ltd TPE:6438
82 GF Score
Price NT$148.50
GF Value NT$165.82
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Symtek Automation Asia Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Symtek Automation Asia Co TPE:6438 +1.02% 82 EV-to-EBITDA is 16.65 as of Aug. 27, 2026, which is 62% above its 10-year median of 10.27. GuruFocus rates TPE:6438 with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$165.82 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,492 Industrial Products companies, Symtek Automation Asia Co ranks worse than 51.81% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Symtek Automation Asia Co's enterprise value is NT$11,538 Mil. Symtek Automation Asia Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$693 Mil. Therefore, Symtek Automation Asia Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 16.65.

The historical rank and industry rank for Symtek Automation Asia Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

TPE:6438' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.64   Med: 10.27   Max: 45.5
Current: 16.65

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Symtek Automation Asia Co was 45.50. The lowest was 4.64. And the median was 10.27.

TPE:6438's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
51.81% of 2492 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 15.53 vs TPE:6438: 16.65

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 (2026-08-27), Symtek Automation Asia Co's stock price is NT$148.50. Symtek Automation Asia Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$5.760. Therefore, Symtek Automation Asia Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 25.78.

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


Symtek Automation Asia Co  (TPE:6438) 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.

Symtek Automation Asia Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=148.50/5.760
=25.78

Symtek Automation Asia Co's share price for today is NT$148.50.
Symtek Automation Asia Co'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$5.760.

* 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?


Symtek Automation Asia Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Symtek Automation Asia Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Symtek Automation Asia Co'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.

Symtek Automation Asia Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Symtek Automation Asia Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Symtek Automation Asia Co 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 14.30 15.87 17.70 20.49 17.72

TPE:6438 vs GEV, ETN, PH: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, Symtek Automation Asia Co'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.


Symtek Automation Asia Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Symtek Automation Asia Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Symtek Automation Asia Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


TPE:6438
82GF Score
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Symtek Automation Asia Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Symtek Automation Asia Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=11537.730/693.019
=16.65

Symtek Automation Asia Co's current Enterprise Value is NT$11,538 Mil.
Symtek Automation Asia Co'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$693 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 16.65 mean?
Symtek Automation Asia Co (TPE:6438) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 16.65 as of Aug. 27, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Symtek Automation Asia Co. This is 62% above median its historical median of 10.27. Over the past decade, Symtek Automation Asia Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.64 to 45.50. According to the industry distribution chart, Symtek Automation Asia Co ranks #1291 out of 2492 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 51.8%.
Is Symtek Automation Asia Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Symtek Automation Asia Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 16.65 is 62% above median its 10-year median of 10.27. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.64 to a high of 45.50. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.53. Symtek Automation Asia Co's value of 16.65 is 7.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Symtek Automation Asia Co ranks #1291 out of 2492 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Symtek Automation Asia Co has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Symtek Automation Asia Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to GEV and ETN?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Symtek Automation Asia Co ranks #1291 out of 2492 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Symtek Automation Asia Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.53. Symtek Automation Asia Co's value of 16.65 is 7.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Symtek Automation Asia Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.64 to 45.50 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.27 vs. the industry median of 15.53, Symtek Automation Asia Co has consistently been above 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Industrial Products companies is 15.53, based on 2,492 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. Symtek Automation Asia Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 16.65 is 7.2% above 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 Symtek Automation Asia Co. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.53 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Symtek Automation Asia Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.65, which is 62% above median its own 10-year median of 10.27. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Symtek Automation Asia Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Symtek Automation Asia Co (TPE:6438) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$165.82, compared to a current price of NT$148.50 — trading 10.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.65, which is 62% above median its 10-year median of 10.27 and 7.2% above the Industrial Products industry median of 15.53. Symtek Automation Asia Co's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 7 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 Symtek Automation Asia Co (TPE:6438), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.65 as of Aug. 27, 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 Symtek Automation Asia Co (TPE:6438) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Symtek Automation Asia Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$148.50 is trading 10.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$165.82. GuruFocus considers Symtek Automation Asia Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TPE:6438:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 16.65 (62% above median its 10-year median of 10.27)
  • GF Value™: NT$165.82 vs. price of NT$148.50 (10.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 7.2% above the Industrial Products median (#1291 of 2492)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:6438 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Symtek Automation Asia Co Business Description

Address No. 421, Rongmin Road, Zhongli District, Taoyuan, TWN, 32080
Symtek Automation Asia Co Ltd is engaged in providing automation solutions, mainly in industrial automation planning, design, development, production, installation, and after-sales service. The company's product portfolio includes printed circuit boards, flexible boards, photonics, semiconductors, and logistical products. The company has three operating segments: Semiconductor Carriers - PCB Automation Equipment; Semiconductor Packaging and Testing - LCD Panel Automation; and Semiconductor Wafers - Semiconductor Automation. The company derives a majority of its revenue from the Semiconductor Wafers - Semiconductor Automation segment.
82GF Score

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NT$148.50
Price
NT$165.82
GF Value