Castles Technology Co (TPE:5258) EV-to-FCF: 8.66 (As of Jul. 14, 2026) — Near Median

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TPE:5258 Castles Technology Co Ltd TPE:5258
77 GF Score
Price NT$54.60
GF Value NT$92.90
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Castles Technology Co EV-to-FCF?

Castles Technology Co TPE:5258 +3.41% 77 EV-to-FCF is 8.66 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 8% above its 10-year median of 8.02. GuruFocus rates TPE:5258 with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$92.90 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,731 Industrial Products companies, Castles Technology Co ranks better than 82.44% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Castles Technology Co's Enterprise Value is NT$5,491 Mil. Castles Technology Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$634 Mil. Therefore, Castles Technology Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 8.66.

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

TPE:5258' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -653.27   Med: 8.02   Max: 112.7
Current: 8.35

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Castles Technology Co was 112.70. The lowest was -653.27. And the median was 8.02.

TPE:5258's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
82.44% of 1731 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 25.02 vs TPE:5258: 8.35

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 (2026-07-14), Castles Technology Co's stock price is NT$54.60. Castles Technology Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$4.210. Therefore, Castles Technology Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 12.97.


Castles Technology Co  (TPE:5258) 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.

Castles Technology Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=54.60/4.210
=12.97

Castles Technology Co's share price for today is NT$54.60.
Castles Technology Co'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$4.210.

* 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.


Castles Technology Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Castles Technology Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Castles Technology 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.

Castles Technology Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Castles Technology Co 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 10.69 -491.02 12.17 -139.77 10.79

Castles Technology Co Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25
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 -139.77 -85.52 41.94 30.44 10.79

Castles Technology Co EV-to-FCF Competitor Comparison

For the Business Equipment & Supplies subindustry, Castles Technology 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.


Castles Technology Co EV-to-FCF vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Castles Technology Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Castles Technology Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

Castles Technology Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=5490.797/633.947
=8.66

Castles Technology Co's current Enterprise Value is NT$5,491 Mil.
Castles Technology Co'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$634 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 8.66 mean?
Castles Technology Co (TPE:5258) has a EV-to-FCF of 8.66 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Castles Technology Co and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 8.02. According to the industry distribution chart, Castles Technology Co ranks #304 out of 1731 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 17.6%.
Is Castles Technology Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Castles Technology Co's current EV-to-FCF of 8.66 is near median its 10-year median of 8.02. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-FCF is 25.02. Castles Technology Co's value of 8.66 is 65.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Castles Technology Co ranks #304 out of 1731 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Castles Technology Co has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Castles Technology Co's EV-to-FCF compare to competitors?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Castles Technology Co ranks #304 out of 1731 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Castles Technology Co in the top 18% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 25.02. Castles Technology Co's value of 8.66 is 65.4% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 8.02 vs. the industry median of 25.02, Castles Technology Co 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Industrial Products companies is 25.02, based on 1,731 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. Castles Technology Co's current EV-to-FCF of 8.66 is 65.4% 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 Castles Technology Co and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 25.02 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Castles Technology Co's current EV-to-FCF is 8.66, which is near median its own 10-year median of 8.02. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Castles Technology Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Castles Technology Co (TPE:5258) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$92.90, compared to a current price of NT$54.60 — trading 41.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 8.66, which is near median its 10-year median of 8.02 and 65.4% below the Industrial Products industry median of 25.02. Castles Technology Co's overall GF Score™ is 77/100 with 5 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 Castles Technology Co (TPE:5258), the current EV-to-FCF is 8.66 as of Jul. 14, 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 Castles Technology Co (TPE:5258) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Castles Technology Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$54.60 is trading 41.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$92.90. GuruFocus considers Castles Technology Co to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TPE:5258:

  • EV-to-FCF: 8.66 (near median its 10-year median of 8.02)
  • GF Value™: NT$92.90 vs. price of NT$54.60 (41.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 65.4% below the Industrial Products median (#304 of 1731)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:5258 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Castles Technology Co Business Description

Address Beixin Road, 6th Floor, No. 207-5, Section 3, Xindian District, New Taipei City, TWN
Castles Technology Co Ltd mainly operates in the purchase, sale, and lease of personal finance application products, electronic financial transaction terminals, electronic cash registers, and peripherals. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from Europe and the rest from the Americas and Asia (excluding Taiwan), and Taiwan.
77GF Score

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NT$54.60
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NT$92.90
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