Cathay Chemical WorksTPE:1713 +0.10%74 EV-to-FCF is 70.59 as of Jun. 29, 2026, which is 104% above its 10-year median of 34.60. GuruFocus rates TPE:1713 with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$42.92 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 920 Chemicals companies, Cathay Chemical Works ranks worse than 81.85% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Cathay Chemical Works's Enterprise Value is NT$7,150.2 Mil.
Cathay Chemical Works's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$101.3 Mil. Therefore, Cathay Chemical Works's EV-to-FCF for today is 70.59.
The historical rank and industry rank for Cathay Chemical Works's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
TPE:1713'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -481.56 Med: 34.6 Max: 440.5
Current: 70.51
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Cathay Chemical Works was 440.50. The lowest was -481.56. And the median was 34.60.
TPE:1713's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 81.85% of 920
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 22.41
vs TPE:1713: 70.51
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 Chemical Works (TPE:1713) 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 Chemical Works's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Cathay Chemical Works's share price for today is NT$49.55.
Cathay Chemical Works's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$3.850.
* 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 Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Cathay Chemical Works'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 Chemical Works EV-to-FCF vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Cathay Chemical Works's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Cathay Chemical Works's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Cathay Chemical Works's current Enterprise Value is NT$7,150.2 Mil.
Cathay Chemical Works's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$101.3 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.
Cathay Chemical Works (TPE:1713) has a EV-to-FCF of 70.59 as of Jun. 29, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Cathay Chemical Works and its competitors. This is 104% above median its historical median of 34.60. According to the industry distribution chart, Cathay Chemical Works ranks #753 out of 920 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 81.8%.
Is Cathay Chemical Works' EV-to-FCF too high?
Cathay Chemical Works' current EV-to-FCF of 70.59 is 104% above median its 10-year median of 34.60. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.41. Cathay Chemical Works' value of 70.59 is 215% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cathay Chemical Works ranks #753 out of 920 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Cathay Chemical Works has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cathay Chemical Works' EV-to-FCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Cathay Chemical Works ranks #753 out of 920 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Cathay Chemical Works in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.41. Cathay Chemical Works' value of 70.59 is 215% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 34.60 vs. the industry median of 22.41, Cathay Chemical Works 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Chemicals companies is 22.41, based on 920 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 Chemical Works's current EV-to-FCF of 70.59 is 215% 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 Chemical Works and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.41 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cathay Chemical Works's current EV-to-FCF is 70.59, which is 104% above median its own 10-year median of 34.60. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cathay Chemical Works stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cathay Chemical Works (TPE:1713) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$42.92, compared to a current price of NT$49.55 — trading 15.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 70.59, which is 104% above median its 10-year median of 34.60 and 215% above the Chemicals industry median of 22.41. Cathay Chemical Works' overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 6 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 Chemical Works (TPE:1713), the current EV-to-FCF is 70.59 as of Jun. 29, 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 Chemical Works (TPE:1713) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cathay Chemical Works stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of NT$49.55 is trading 15.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of NT$42.92.
GuruFocus considers Cathay Chemical Works to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TPE:1713:
EV-to-FCF: 70.59 (104% above median its 10-year median of 34.60)
GF Value™: NT$42.92 vs. price of NT$49.55 (15.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 215% above the Chemicals median (#753 of 920)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:1713 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Cathay Chemical Works Inc Company's mainly business is the manufacture and sale of sodium hydrosulfite, zinc oxide, sodium formaldehyde sulfoxylate, zinc dust and so on. It is the sole operating department. The company has presence in Taiwan, Asia, America, Europe, New Zealand and Australia. The majority of revenue comes from Taiwan.
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