Formosa Petrochemical (TPE:6505) EV-to-FCF: 12.51 (As of Jul. 11, 2026) — 26% Below Median


TPE:6505 Formosa Petrochemical Corp TPE:6505
84 GF Score
Price NT$58.80
GF Value NT$57.76
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Formosa Petrochemical EV-to-FCF?

Formosa Petrochemical TPE:6505 84 EV-to-FCF is 12.51 as of Jul. 11, 2026, which is 26% below its 10-year median of 16.86. GuruFocus rates TPE:6505 with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$57.76 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 575 Oil & Gas companies, Formosa Petrochemical ranks better than 60.35% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Formosa Petrochemical's Enterprise Value is NT$462,783 Mil. Formosa Petrochemical's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$37,004 Mil. Therefore, Formosa Petrochemical's EV-to-FCF for today is 12.51.

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

TPE:6505' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1311.96   Med: 16.86   Max: 49.77
Current: 12.53

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Formosa Petrochemical was 49.77. The lowest was -1311.96. And the median was 16.86.

TPE:6505's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
60.35% of 575 companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 15.52 vs TPE:6505: 12.53

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 (2026-07-11), Formosa Petrochemical's stock price is NT$58.80. Formosa Petrochemical's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$1.037. Therefore, Formosa Petrochemical's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 56.70.


Formosa Petrochemical  (TPE:6505) 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.

Formosa Petrochemical's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=58.80/1.037
=56.70

Formosa Petrochemical's share price for today is NT$58.80.
Formosa Petrochemical'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$1.037.

* 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.


Formosa Petrochemical EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Formosa Petrochemical EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Formosa Petrochemical'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.

Formosa Petrochemical EV-to-FCF Chart

Formosa Petrochemical Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Formosa Petrochemical Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25
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TPE:6505 vs VLO, MPC, PSX: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing subindustry, Formosa Petrochemical'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.


Formosa Petrochemical EV-to-FCF vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Formosa Petrochemical's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


TPE:6505
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Formosa Petrochemical EV-to-FCF Calculation

Formosa Petrochemical's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=462783.379/37004.27
=12.51

Formosa Petrochemical's current Enterprise Value is NT$462,783 Mil.
Formosa Petrochemical'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$37,004 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 12.51 mean?
Formosa Petrochemical (TPE:6505) has a EV-to-FCF of 12.51 as of Jul. 11, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Formosa Petrochemical and its competitors. This is 26% below median its historical median of 16.86. According to the industry distribution chart, Formosa Petrochemical ranks #228 out of 575 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 39.7%.
Is Formosa Petrochemical's EV-to-FCF too high?
Formosa Petrochemical's current EV-to-FCF of 12.51 is 26% below median its 10-year median of 16.86. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.52. Formosa Petrochemical's value of 12.51 is 19.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Formosa Petrochemical ranks #228 out of 575 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Formosa Petrochemical has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Formosa Petrochemical's EV-to-FCF compare to VLO and MPC?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Formosa Petrochemical ranks #228 out of 575 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Formosa Petrochemical in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.52. Formosa Petrochemical's value of 12.51 is 19.4% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 16.86 vs. the industry median of 15.52, Formosa Petrochemical 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 Oil & Gas company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Oil & Gas companies is 15.52, based on 575 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. Formosa Petrochemical's current EV-to-FCF of 12.51 is 19.4% 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 Formosa Petrochemical and its competitors. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.52 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Formosa Petrochemical's current EV-to-FCF is 12.51, which is 26% below median its own 10-year median of 16.86. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Formosa Petrochemical stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Formosa Petrochemical (TPE:6505) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$57.76, compared to a current price of NT$58.80 — trading 1.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 12.51, which is 26% below median its 10-year median of 16.86 and 19.4% below the Oil & Gas industry median of 15.52. Formosa Petrochemical's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 with 7 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 Formosa Petrochemical (TPE:6505), the current EV-to-FCF is 12.51 as of Jul. 11, 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 Formosa Petrochemical (TPE:6505) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Formosa Petrochemical stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of NT$58.80 is trading 1.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of NT$57.76. GuruFocus considers Formosa Petrochemical to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TPE:6505:

  • EV-to-FCF: 12.51 (26% below median its 10-year median of 16.86)
  • GF Value™: NT$57.76 vs. price of NT$58.80 (1.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 19.4% below the Oil & Gas median (#228 of 575)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:6505 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Formosa Petrochemical Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address No. 1-1, Formosa Plastics Industrial Park, Zhongxing Village, Mailiao Township, Yunlin County, Taipei, TWN, 638
Formosa Petrochemical Corp engages in the Operation of refinery of petroleum and integrated manufacture of hydrocarbon. The firm operates in two segments. The Petrochemical segment that derives majority revenue engages in producing and selling petroleum, and petrochemical products. The Public utility segment engages in producing and selling water, electricity, and steam. Its product offerings comprise gasoline, jet fuel, kerosene, fuel oil, asphalt, sulfur, lubricant, diesel, naphtha, and liquid petroleum gas.
84GF Score

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