Cathay Consolidated (TPE:1342) EV-to-FCF: 30.63 (As of Aug. 01, 2026) — 21% Above Median

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TPE:1342 Cathay Consolidated Inc TPE:1342
95 GF Score
Price NT$96.90
GF Value NT$116.28
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Cathay Consolidated EV-to-FCF?

Cathay Consolidated TPE:1342 -5.46% 95 EV-to-FCF is 30.63 as of Aug. 01, 2026, which is 21% above its 10-year median of 25.25. GuruFocus rates TPE:1342 with a GF Score™ of 95/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$116.28 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 638 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies, Cathay Consolidated ranks worse than 73.2% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Cathay Consolidated's Enterprise Value is NT$7,858 Mil. Cathay Consolidated's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was NT$257 Mil. Therefore, Cathay Consolidated's EV-to-FCF for today is 30.63.

The historical rank and industry rank for Cathay Consolidated's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

TPE:1342' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2286.46   Med: 25.25   Max: 160.48
Current: 32.48

During the past 10 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Cathay Consolidated was 160.48. The lowest was -2286.46. And the median was 25.25.

TPE:1342's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
73.2% of 638 companies
in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry
Industry Median: 14.625 vs TPE:1342: 32.48

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.

As of today (2026-08-01), Cathay Consolidated's stock price is NT$96.90. Cathay Consolidated's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was NT$5.900. Therefore, Cathay Consolidated's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 16.42.


Cathay Consolidated  (TPE:1342) EV-to-FCF Explanation

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.

Cathay Consolidated's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=96.90/5.900
=16.42

Cathay Consolidated's share price for today is NT$96.90.
Cathay Consolidated'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$5.900.

* 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.


Cathay Consolidated EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Cathay Consolidated EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Cathay Consolidated'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.

Cathay Consolidated EV-to-FCF Chart

Cathay Consolidated Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -44.10 25.83 30.03 31.17 21.96

Cathay Consolidated Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF 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 22.77 22.64 23.07 21.96 26.43

Cathay Consolidated EV-to-FCF Competitor Comparison

For the Textile Manufacturing subindustry, Cathay Consolidated'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.


Cathay Consolidated EV-to-FCF vs Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories Industry

For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Cathay Consolidated's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Cathay Consolidated's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Cathay Consolidated EV-to-FCF Calculation

Cathay Consolidated's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=7858.081/256.566
=30.63

Cathay Consolidated's current Enterprise Value is NT$7,858 Mil.
Cathay Consolidated'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$257 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-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of 30.63 mean?
Cathay Consolidated (TPE:1342) has a EV-to-FCF of 30.63 as of Aug. 01, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Cathay Consolidated and its competitors. This is 21% above median its historical median of 25.25. According to the industry distribution chart, Cathay Consolidated ranks #467 out of 638 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, placing it in the top 73.2%.
Is Cathay Consolidated's EV-to-FCF too high?
Cathay Consolidated's current EV-to-FCF of 30.63 is 21% above median its 10-year median of 25.25. The Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.63. Cathay Consolidated's value of 30.63 is 109.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cathay Consolidated ranks #467 out of 638 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Cathay Consolidated has a GF Score™ of 95/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cathay Consolidated's EV-to-FCF compare to competitors?
According to the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry distribution chart, Cathay Consolidated ranks #467 out of 638 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Cathay Consolidated in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.63. Cathay Consolidated's value of 30.63 is 109.4% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 25.25 vs. the industry median of 14.63, Cathay Consolidated has consistently been above 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-FCF for a Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies is 14.63, based on 638 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. Cathay Consolidated's current EV-to-FCF of 30.63 is 109.4% above 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-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 Cathay Consolidated and its competitors. For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.63 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cathay Consolidated's current EV-to-FCF is 30.63, which is 21% above median its own 10-year median of 25.25. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cathay Consolidated stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cathay Consolidated (TPE:1342) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$116.28, compared to a current price of NT$96.90 — trading 16.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 30.63, which is 21% above median its 10-year median of 25.25 and 109.4% above the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median of 14.63. Cathay Consolidated's overall GF Score™ is 95/100 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-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Cathay Consolidated (TPE:1342), the current EV-to-FCF is 30.63 as of Aug. 01, 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 Cathay Consolidated (TPE:1342) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cathay Consolidated stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$96.90 is trading 16.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$116.28. GuruFocus considers Cathay Consolidated to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TPE:1342:

  • EV-to-FCF: 30.63 (21% above median its 10-year median of 25.25)
  • GF Value™: NT$116.28 vs. price of NT$96.90 (16.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 95/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 109.4% above the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories median (#467 of 638)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:1342 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Cathay Consolidated Business Description

Address Number 6, Dexing 4th Road, Yilan County, Dongshan Shiang, TWN, 26950
Cathay Consolidated Inc is a Taiwan-based company engaged in the manufacturing of TPU film, air mattresses, covers, laminated fabrics, and bladders. Its revenue mainly comes from the production and sale of functional fabrics. It operates in Taiwan, Asia, the Americas, Others, and the majority of its revenue comes from Asia. The main product of the Company is TPU film, air mattress, cover, laminated fabrics and bladder. The company's products are used in Aviation, Marine, Medical, Outdoor, and Industrial.
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NT$96.90
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NT$116.28
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