New Palace International Co (TPE:8940) EV-to-EBITDA: 5.50 (As of Aug. 15, 2026) — 25% Below Median

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TPE:8940 New Palace International Co Ltd TPE:8940
72 GF Score
Price NT$15.60
GF Value NT$23.19
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is New Palace International Co EV-to-EBITDA?

New Palace International Co TPE:8940 +2.97% 72 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.50 as of Aug. 15, 2026, which is 25% below its 10-year median of 7.36. GuruFocus rates TPE:8940 with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$23.19 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 310 Restaurants companies, New Palace International Co ranks better than 76.45% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, New Palace International Co's enterprise value is NT$1,618 Mil. New Palace International Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was NT$294 Mil. Therefore, New Palace International Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.50.

The historical rank and industry rank for New Palace International Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

TPE:8940' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.12   Med: 7.36   Max: 79.67
Current: 5.5

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of New Palace International Co was 79.67. The lowest was 3.12. And the median was 7.36.

TPE:8940's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
76.45% of 310 companies
in the Restaurants industry
Industry Median: 9.89 vs TPE:8940: 5.50

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 (2026-08-15), New Palace International Co's stock price is NT$15.60. New Palace International Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was NT$0.630. Therefore, New Palace International Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 24.76.

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


New Palace International Co  (TPE:8940) 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.

New Palace International Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=15.60/0.630
=24.76

New Palace International Co's share price for today is NT$15.60.
New Palace International Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$0.630.

* 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?


New Palace International Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


New Palace International Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for New Palace International 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.

New Palace International Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

New Palace International Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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New Palace International Co Quarterly Data
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TPE:8940 vs MCD, SBUX, YUM: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Restaurants subindustry, New Palace International 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.


New Palace International Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Restaurants Industry

For the Restaurants industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, New Palace International Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where New Palace International Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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New Palace International Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

New Palace International Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=1618.497/294.244
=5.50

New Palace International Co's current Enterprise Value is NT$1,618 Mil.
New Palace International Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$294 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 5.50 mean?
New Palace International Co (TPE:8940) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.50 as of Aug. 15, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on New Palace International Co. This is 25% below median its historical median of 7.36. Over the past decade, New Palace International Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.12 to 79.67. According to the industry distribution chart, New Palace International Co ranks #73 out of 310 companies in the Restaurants industry, placing it in the top 23.5%.
Is New Palace International Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
New Palace International Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.50 is 25% below median its 10-year median of 7.36. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.12 to a high of 79.67. The Restaurants industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.89. New Palace International Co's value of 5.50 is 44.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, New Palace International Co ranks #73 out of 310 companies in the Restaurants industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, New Palace International Co has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does New Palace International Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to MCD and SBUX?
According to the Restaurants industry distribution chart, New Palace International Co ranks #73 out of 310 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places New Palace International Co in the top 24% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.89. New Palace International Co's value of 5.50 is 44.4% below this benchmark. Historically, New Palace International Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.12 to 79.67 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.36 vs. the industry median of 9.89, New Palace International Co 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 Restaurants company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Restaurants companies is 9.89, based on 310 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. New Palace International Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.50 is 44.4% 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 New Palace International Co. For the Restaurants industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.89 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. New Palace International Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.50, which is 25% below median its own 10-year median of 7.36. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is New Palace International Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, New Palace International Co (TPE:8940) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$23.19, compared to a current price of NT$15.60 — trading 32.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.50, which is 25% below median its 10-year median of 7.36 and 44.4% below the Restaurants industry median of 9.89. New Palace International Co's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 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 New Palace International Co (TPE:8940), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.50 as of Aug. 15, 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 New Palace International Co (TPE:8940) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, New Palace International Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$15.60 is trading 32.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$23.19. GuruFocus considers New Palace International Co to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for TPE:8940:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 5.50 (25% below median its 10-year median of 7.36)
  • GF Value™: NT$23.19 vs. price of NT$15.60 (32.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 44.4% below the Restaurants median (#73 of 310)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:8940 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


New Palace International Co Business Description

Address No. 456, Hanxi East Road, Section 1, East District, Taichang, TWN, 401
New Palace International Co Ltd is a Taiwan-based company engaged in the catering industry. Its products and services include the provision of traditional catering services, banquets, and buffets. The company generates the majority of its revenue from Chinese banquet catering, and a small portion of revenue is derived from Other catering services.
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