EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Formosa Plastics's Enterprise Value is NT$382,537 Mil.
Formosa Plastics's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was NT$-7,725 Mil. Therefore, Formosa Plastics's EV-to-FCF for today is -49.52.
The historical rank and industry rank for Formosa Plastics's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
TPE:1301'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -195.6 Med: 16.43 Max: 1126.92
Current: -50.92
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Formosa Plastics was 1126.92. The lowest was -195.60. And the median was 16.43.
TPE:1301's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 100% of 921
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 22.73
vs TPE:1301: -50.92
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.
Formosa Plastics's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Formosa Plastics's share price for today is NT$60.40.
Formosa Plastics's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$-1.071.
* 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.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Formosa Plastics EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Formosa Plastics EV-to-FCF Historical Data
* Premium members only.
The historical data trend for Formosa Plastics's EV-to-FCF 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.
For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Formosa Plastics's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF 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.
Formosa Plastics EV-to-FCF vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Formosa Plastics's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Formosa Plastics's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Formosa Plastics's current Enterprise Value is NT$382,537 Mil.
Formosa Plastics's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$-7,725 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.
Formosa Plastics (TPE:1301) has a EV-to-FCF of -49.52 as of Jul. 07, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Formosa Plastics and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Formosa Plastics ranks #999999 out of 921 companies in the Chemicals industry.
Is Formosa Plastics' EV-to-FCF too high?
Formosa Plastics' current EV-to-FCF is -49.52. Based on the distribution chart, Formosa Plastics ranks #999999 out of 921 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Formosa Plastics has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Formosa Plastics' EV-to-FCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Formosa Plastics ranks #999999 out of 921 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Formosa Plastics in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.73. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-FCF for a Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Chemicals companies is 22.73, based on 921 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF 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-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Formosa Plastics and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.73 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Formosa Plastics's current EV-to-FCF is -49.52. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Formosa Plastics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Formosa Plastics (TPE:1301) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$44.71, compared to a current price of NT$60.40 — trading 35.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -49.52. Formosa Plastics' overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 9 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Formosa Plastics (TPE:1301), the current EV-to-FCF is -49.52 as of Jul. 07, 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 Formosa Plastics (TPE:1301) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Formosa Plastics stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of NT$60.40 is trading 35.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of NT$44.71.
GuruFocus considers Formosa Plastics to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TPE:1301:
EV-to-FCF: -49.52
GF Value™: NT$44.71 vs. price of NT$60.40 (35.1% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:1301 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Formosa Plastics Corp is a holding company that, through its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells plastic-based products, chemical fibers, and petrochemicals. The company operates in five reportable segments: Plastics Division, Polyolefins Division, Polypropylene Division, Tairylan Division, and Chemical Division. The majority of revenue is derived from the Plastic division. Geographically, the company operates in Taiwan, mainland China, and other countries, with the maximum revenue generated from Taiwan.
58GF Score
Get the complete analysis for TPE:1301
EV-to-FCF is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.
Quick Browse
Personalize
Premium Gurus 
Create New Portfolio
TPE:1301 has been successfully added to your 
