Ascent Development Co (TPE:1439) EV-to-FCF: -63.67 (As of Aug. 22, 2026)

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TPE:1439 Ascent Development Co Ltd TPE:1439
52 GF Score
Price NT$29.65
GF Value NT$50.41
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Ascent Development Co EV-to-FCF?

Ascent Development Co TPE:1439 +1.02% 52 EV-to-FCF is -63.67 as of Aug. 22, 2026. GuruFocus rates TPE:1439 with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$50.41 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,101 Real Estate companies, Ascent Development Co ranks worse than 90826.43% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Ascent Development Co's Enterprise Value is NT$4,175.8 Mil. Ascent Development Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$-65.6 Mil. Therefore, Ascent Development Co's EV-to-FCF for today is -63.67.

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

TPE:1439' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2037.74   Med: -7.35   Max: 660.91
Current: -62.97

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Ascent Development Co was 660.91. The lowest was -2037.74. And the median was -7.35.

TPE:1439's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 1101 companies
in the Real Estate industry
Industry Median: 18.61 vs TPE:1439: -62.97

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 (2026-08-22), Ascent Development Co's stock price is NT$29.65. Ascent Development Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$1.940. Therefore, Ascent Development Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.28.


Ascent Development Co  (TPE:1439) 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.

Ascent Development Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=29.65/1.940
=15.28

Ascent Development Co's share price for today is NT$29.65.
Ascent Development Co'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$1.940.

* 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.


Ascent Development Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Ascent Development Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Ascent Development Co'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.

Ascent Development Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Ascent Development Co Annual Data
Trend Dec15 Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -6.82 -16.08 -6.04 -71.13 -15.13

Ascent Development Co Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Mar26 Jun26
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 -15.81 -25.69 637.89 50.49 -56.48

Ascent Development Co EV-to-FCF Competitor Comparison

For the Real Estate - Development subindustry, Ascent Development Co'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.


Ascent Development Co EV-to-FCF vs Real Estate Industry

For the Real Estate industry and Real Estate sector, Ascent Development Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Ascent Development Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.


TPE:1439
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Ascent Development Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

Ascent Development Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=4175.771/-65.583
=-63.67

Ascent Development Co's current Enterprise Value is NT$4,175.8 Mil.
Ascent Development Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$-65.6 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 -63.67 mean?
Ascent Development Co (TPE:1439) has a EV-to-FCF of -63.67 as of Aug. 22, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Ascent Development Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Ascent Development Co ranks #999999 out of 1101 companies in the Real Estate industry.
Is Ascent Development Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Ascent Development Co's current EV-to-FCF is -63.67. Based on the distribution chart, Ascent Development Co ranks #999999 out of 1101 companies in the Real Estate industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Ascent Development Co has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ascent Development Co's EV-to-FCF compare to competitors?
According to the Real Estate industry distribution chart, Ascent Development Co ranks #999999 out of 1101 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Ascent Development Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.61. 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 Real Estate company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Real Estate companies is 18.61, based on 1,101 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 Ascent Development Co and its competitors. For the Real Estate industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.61 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Ascent Development Co's current EV-to-FCF is -63.67. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ascent Development Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ascent Development Co (TPE:1439) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$50.41, compared to a current price of NT$29.65 — trading 41.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -63.67. Ascent Development Co's overall GF Score™ is 52/100 with 8 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 Ascent Development Co (TPE:1439), the current EV-to-FCF is -63.67 as of Aug. 22, 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 Ascent Development Co (TPE:1439) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ascent Development Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$29.65 is trading 41.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$50.41. GuruFocus considers Ascent Development Co to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for TPE:1439:

  • EV-to-FCF: -63.67
  • GF Value™: NT$50.41 vs. price of NT$29.65 (41.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 52/100 with 8 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:1439 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Ascent Development Co Business Description

Address Jingmao 1st Road, 11th Floor, No. 170, Nangang District, Taipei, TWN, 115018
Ascent Development Co Ltd mainly engages in real estate development, lease, and sale. The Company is engaged in entrusting construction companies to build or sell buildings, and its business cycle is usually longer than one year. Its businesses include real estate investment development, construction, lease of residential properties, and building development, rental, and leasing. Its segments include construction project sales, which generate maximum revenue, service, lease, and others. The company generates revenue from Taiwan.
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Price
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