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Formosan Union ChemicalTPE:1709 +9.90%60 EV-to-FCF is 20.24 as of Aug. 24, 2026, which is 53% above its 10-year median of 13.24. GuruFocus rates TPE:1709 with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$18.01 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 927 Chemicals companies, Formosan Union Chemical ranks better than 54.05% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Formosan Union Chemical's Enterprise Value is NT$16,437 Mil.
Formosan Union Chemical's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was NT$812 Mil. Therefore, Formosan Union Chemical's EV-to-FCF for today is 20.24.
The historical rank and industry rank for Formosan Union Chemical's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
TPE:1709'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -111.62 Med: 13.24 Max: 245.58
Current: 20.24
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Formosan Union Chemical was 245.58. The lowest was -111.62. And the median was 13.24.
TPE:1709's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 54.05% of 927
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 22.26
vs TPE:1709: 20.24
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.
Formosan Union Chemical (TPE:1709) 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.
Formosan Union Chemical's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Formosan Union Chemical's share price for today is NT$33.30.
Formosan Union Chemical'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$1.380.
* 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.
* 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 Chemicals subindustry, Formosan Union Chemical'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.
Formosan Union Chemical EV-to-FCF vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Formosan Union Chemical's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Formosan Union Chemical's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Formosan Union Chemical's current Enterprise Value is NT$16,437 Mil.
Formosan Union Chemical'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$812 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.
Formosan Union Chemical (TPE:1709) has a EV-to-FCF of 20.24 as of Aug. 24, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Formosan Union Chemical and its competitors. This is 53% above median its historical median of 13.24. According to the industry distribution chart, Formosan Union Chemical ranks #426 out of 927 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 46%.
Is Formosan Union Chemical's EV-to-FCF too high?
Formosan Union Chemical's current EV-to-FCF of 20.24 is 53% above median its 10-year median of 13.24. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.26. Formosan Union Chemical's value of 20.24 is 9.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Formosan Union Chemical ranks #426 out of 927 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Formosan Union Chemical has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Formosan Union Chemical's EV-to-FCF compare to DOW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Formosan Union Chemical ranks #426 out of 927 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Formosan Union Chemical in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.26. Formosan Union Chemical's value of 20.24 is 9.1% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 13.24 vs. the industry median of 22.26, Formosan Union Chemical 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-FCF for a Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Chemicals companies is 22.26, based on 927 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. Formosan Union Chemical's current EV-to-FCF of 20.24 is 9.1% 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-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 Formosan Union Chemical and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.26 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Formosan Union Chemical's current EV-to-FCF is 20.24, which is 53% above median its own 10-year median of 13.24. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Formosan Union Chemical stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Formosan Union Chemical (TPE:1709) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$18.01, compared to a current price of NT$33.30 — trading 84.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 20.24, which is 53% above median its 10-year median of 13.24 and 9.1% below the Chemicals industry median of 22.26. Formosan Union Chemical's overall GF Score™ is 60/100 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 Formosan Union Chemical (TPE:1709), the current EV-to-FCF is 20.24 as of Aug. 24, 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 Formosan Union Chemical (TPE:1709) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Formosan Union Chemical stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of NT$33.30 is trading 84.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of NT$18.01.
GuruFocus considers Formosan Union Chemical to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TPE:1709:
EV-to-FCF: 20.24 (53% above median its 10-year median of 13.24)
GF Value™: NT$18.01 vs. price of NT$33.30 (84.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 9.1% below the Chemicals median (#426 of 927)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:1709 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Formosan Union Chemical Corp is a Taiwan-based company principally engaged in the production, processing, and trading of chemical products. Its key products are alkyl benzene, nonyl phenol, and hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin and its derivatives. The products are mainly used as raw materials for detergents, surfactants, rubbers, and plastic anti-oxidant agents, among others.
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