Kim Forest Enterprise Co (TPE:6645) EV-to-EBITDA: -21.19 (As of Aug. 23, 2026)

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TPE:6645 Kim Forest Enterprise Co Ltd TPE:6645
54 GF Score
Price NT$13.05
GF Value NT$24.74
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Kim Forest Enterprise Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Kim Forest Enterprise Co TPE:6645 +1.16% 54 EV-to-EBITDA is -21.19 as of Aug. 23, 2026. GuruFocus rates TPE:6645 with a GF Score™ of 54/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$24.74 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 117 Medical Diagnostics & Research companies, Kim Forest Enterprise Co ranks worse than 854700% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Kim Forest Enterprise Co's enterprise value is NT$1,182.8 Mil. Kim Forest Enterprise Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$-55.8 Mil. Therefore, Kim Forest Enterprise Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is -21.19.

The historical rank and industry rank for Kim Forest Enterprise Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

TPE:6645' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -454.2   Med: -18.67   Max: -13.02
Current: -21.19

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Kim Forest Enterprise Co was -13.02. The lowest was -454.20. And the median was -18.67.

TPE:6645's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
100% of 117 companies
in the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry
Industry Median: 17.13 vs TPE:6645: -21.19

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 (2026-08-23), Kim Forest Enterprise Co's stock price is NT$13.05. Kim Forest Enterprise Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$-2.240. Therefore, Kim Forest Enterprise Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.

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


Kim Forest Enterprise Co  (TPE:6645) 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.

Kim Forest Enterprise Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=13.05/-2.240
=At Loss

Kim Forest Enterprise Co's share price for today is NT$13.05.
Kim Forest Enterprise Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$-2.240.

* 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).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Kim Forest Enterprise Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Kim Forest Enterprise Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kim Forest Enterprise 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.

Kim Forest Enterprise Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Kim Forest Enterprise Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Kim Forest Enterprise Co Quarterly Data
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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 -16.05 -19.21 -18.96 -18.40 -24.38

TPE:6645 vs TMO, DHR, IDXX: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Diagnostics & Research subindustry, Kim Forest Enterprise 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.


Kim Forest Enterprise Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Medical Diagnostics & Research Industry

For the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry and Healthcare sector, Kim Forest Enterprise Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Kim Forest Enterprise Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Kim Forest Enterprise Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Kim Forest Enterprise Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=1182.804/-55.828
=-21.19

Kim Forest Enterprise Co's current Enterprise Value is NT$1,182.8 Mil.
Kim Forest Enterprise Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$-55.8 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 -21.19 mean?
Kim Forest Enterprise Co (TPE:6645) has a EV-to-EBITDA of -21.19 as of Aug. 23, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Kim Forest Enterprise Co. According to the industry distribution chart, Kim Forest Enterprise Co ranks #999999 out of 117 companies in the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry.
Is Kim Forest Enterprise Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Kim Forest Enterprise Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is -21.19. Based on the distribution chart, Kim Forest Enterprise Co ranks #999999 out of 117 companies in the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Kim Forest Enterprise Co has a GF Score™ of 54/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kim Forest Enterprise Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to TMO and DHR?
According to the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry distribution chart, Kim Forest Enterprise Co ranks #999999 out of 117 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Kim Forest Enterprise Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 17.13. 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 Medical Diagnostics & Research company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Medical Diagnostics & Research companies is 17.13, based on 117 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. 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 Kim Forest Enterprise Co. For the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 17.13 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kim Forest Enterprise Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is -21.19. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kim Forest Enterprise Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kim Forest Enterprise Co (TPE:6645) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$24.74, compared to a current price of NT$13.05 — trading 47.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is -21.19. Kim Forest Enterprise Co's overall GF Score™ is 54/100 with 6 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 Kim Forest Enterprise Co (TPE:6645), the current EV-to-EBITDA is -21.19 as of Aug. 23, 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 Kim Forest Enterprise Co (TPE:6645) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kim Forest Enterprise Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$13.05 is trading 47.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$24.74. GuruFocus considers Kim Forest Enterprise Co to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for TPE:6645:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: -21.19
  • GF Value™: NT$24.74 vs. price of NT$13.05 (47.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 54/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:6645 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Kim Forest Enterprise Co Business Description

Address No. 97, Xintai 5th Road, 30th Floor, Section 1, U-TOWN Building B, Xizhi District, New Taipei, TWN, 22175
Kim Forest Enterprise Co Ltd is engaged in providing clinical medical information, genetic testing services, and biological information. It manufactures medical equipment and also produces drug products. The company's equipment includes Desktop microcentrifuge, Desktop large capacity centrifuge, Filter-type absorption spectrometer, Multifunctional spectrometer, and many more. Its reportable segments are Biomedical products which generates key revenue, and the Precision medicine segment. Geographically, the company generates a majority of its revenue from Taiwan and the rest from the United States of America.
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NT$13.05
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