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Darfon ElectronicsTPE:8163 -2.58%71 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.58 as of Sep. 09, 2026, which is 44% above its 10-year median of 6.67. GuruFocus rates TPE:8163 with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$46.08 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,907 Hardware companies, Darfon Electronics ranks better than 62.98% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Darfon Electronics's enterprise value is NT$15,330 Mil.
Darfon Electronics's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$1,601 Mil. Therefore, Darfon Electronics's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.58.
The historical rank and industry rank for Darfon Electronics's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
TPE:8163'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.85 Med: 6.67 Max: 16.03
Current: 9.58
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Darfon Electronics was 16.03. The lowest was 2.85. And the median was 6.67.
TPE:8163's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 62.98% of 1907
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 13.78
vs TPE:8163: 9.58
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.
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.
Darfon Electronics's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Darfon Electronics's share price for today is NT$30.15.
Darfon Electronics'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$0.590.
* 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 Darfon Electronics'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:8163 vs DELL, ANET, SNDK: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Computer Hardware subindustry, Darfon Electronics'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.
Darfon Electronics EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Darfon Electronics's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Darfon Electronics's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Darfon Electronics's current Enterprise Value is NT$15,330 Mil.
Darfon Electronics'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$1,601 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.
Darfon Electronics (TPE:8163) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.58 as of Sep. 09, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Darfon Electronics. This is 44% above median its historical median of 6.67. Over the past decade, Darfon Electronics' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.85 to 16.03. According to the industry distribution chart, Darfon Electronics ranks #706 out of 1907 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 37%.
Is Darfon Electronics' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Darfon Electronics' current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.58 is 44% above median its 10-year median of 6.67. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.85 to a high of 16.03. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.78. Darfon Electronics' value of 9.58 is 30.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Darfon Electronics ranks #706 out of 1907 companies in the Hardware industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Darfon Electronics has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Darfon Electronics' EV-to-EBITDA compare to DELL and ANET?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Darfon Electronics ranks #706 out of 1907 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Darfon Electronics in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.78. Darfon Electronics' value of 9.58 is 30.5% below this benchmark. Historically, Darfon Electronics' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.85 to 16.03 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.67 vs. the industry median of 13.78, Darfon Electronics 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 13.78, based on 1,907 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. Darfon Electronics's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.58 is 30.5% 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 Darfon Electronics. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.78 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Darfon Electronics's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.58, which is 44% above median its own 10-year median of 6.67. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Darfon Electronics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Darfon Electronics (TPE:8163) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$46.08, compared to a current price of NT$30.15 — trading 34.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.58, which is 44% above median its 10-year median of 6.67 and 30.5% below the Hardware industry median of 13.78. Darfon Electronics' overall GF Score™ is 71/100 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 Darfon Electronics (TPE:8163), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.58 as of Sep. 09, 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 Darfon Electronics (TPE:8163) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Darfon Electronics stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of NT$30.15 is trading 34.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$46.08.
GuruFocus considers Darfon Electronics to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for TPE:8163:
EV-to-EBITDA: 9.58 (44% above median its 10-year median of 6.67)
GF Value™: NT$46.08 vs. price of NT$30.15 (34.6% below fair value)
Industry Position: 30.5% below the Hardware median (#706 of 1907)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:8163 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Darfon Electronics Corp is engaged in the research, development, design, manufacture, and sale of computer peripheral devices, electronic components, and green energy-related products. Its product lines include peripheral electronic products, green energy products, and passive components. Its operations are spread across Taiwan, Mainland China, the United States of America, and Others.
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