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United MicroelectronicsUMC +0.80%79 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.04 as of Aug. 11, 2026, which is 148% above its 10-year median of 3.65. GuruFocus rates UMC with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of $8.30 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 759 Semiconductors companies, United Microelectronics ranks better than 80.11% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, United Microelectronics's enterprise value is $44,612 Mil.
United Microelectronics's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $4,933 Mil. Therefore, United Microelectronics's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.04.
The historical rank and industry rank for United Microelectronics's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
UMC'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.22 Med: 3.65 Max: 16.83
Current: 9.04
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of United Microelectronics was 16.83. The lowest was 2.22. And the median was 3.65.
UMC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 80.11% of 759
companies
in the Semiconductors industry
Industry Median: 25.68
vs UMC: 9.04
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.
United Microelectronics (NYSE:UMC) 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.
United Microelectronics's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
United Microelectronics's share price for today is $18.94.
United Microelectronics'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 $1.051.
* 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).
* 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.
For the Semiconductors subindustry, United Microelectronics'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.
United Microelectronics EV-to-EBITDA vs Semiconductors Industry
For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, United Microelectronics's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where United Microelectronics's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
United Microelectronics's current Enterprise Value is $44,612 Mil.
United Microelectronics'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 $4,933 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.
United Microelectronics (UMC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.04 as of Aug. 11, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on United Microelectronics. This is 148% above median its historical median of 3.65. Over the past decade, United Microelectronics' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.22 to 16.83. According to the industry distribution chart, United Microelectronics ranks #151 out of 759 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 19.9%.
Is United Microelectronics' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
United Microelectronics' current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.04 is 148% above median its 10-year median of 3.65. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.22 to a high of 16.83. The Semiconductors industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 25.68. United Microelectronics' value of 9.04 is 64.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, United Microelectronics ranks #151 out of 759 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, United Microelectronics has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does United Microelectronics' EV-to-EBITDA compare to NVDA and AVGO?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, United Microelectronics ranks #151 out of 759 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places United Microelectronics in the top 20% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 25.68. United Microelectronics' value of 9.04 is 64.8% below this benchmark. Historically, United Microelectronics' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.22 to 16.83 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 3.65 vs. the industry median of 25.68, United Microelectronics 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 Semiconductors company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Semiconductors companies is 25.68, based on 759 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. United Microelectronics's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.04 is 64.8% 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 United Microelectronics. For the Semiconductors industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 25.68 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. United Microelectronics's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.04, which is 148% above median its own 10-year median of 3.65. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is United Microelectronics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, United Microelectronics (UMC) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $8.30, compared to a current price of $18.94 — trading 128.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.04, which is 148% above median its 10-year median of 3.65 and 64.8% below the Semiconductors industry median of 25.68. United Microelectronics' overall GF Score™ is 79/100 with 3 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 United Microelectronics (UMC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.04 as of Aug. 11, 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 United Microelectronics (UMC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, United Microelectronics stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $18.94 is trading 128.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $8.30.
GuruFocus considers United Microelectronics to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for UMC:
EV-to-EBITDA: 9.04 (148% above median its 10-year median of 3.65)
GF Value™: $8.30 vs. price of $18.94 (128.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 64.8% below the Semiconductors median (#151 of 759)
No single metric tells the full story. See the UMC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Founded in 1980, United Microelectronics is the world's third-largest dedicated chip foundry, with close to 5% market share in 2025 after TSMC and SMIC. UMC's headquarters are in Hsinchu, Taiwan, and it operates 12 fabs in Taiwan, Mainland China, Japan and Singapore, with additional sales offices in Europe, the US, and South Korea. UMC features a diverse customer base that includes Texas Instruments, MediaTek, Intel, Broadcom, Novatek, and Realtek, supplying a wide range of products applied in communications, display, memory, automotive and more. UMC employs about 19,000 people as of February 2025.
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