Taiwan Steel Union Co (TPE:6581) EV-to-FCF: 28.55 (As of Aug. 24, 2026) — 54% Above Median

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TPE:6581 Taiwan Steel Union Co Ltd TPE:6581
83 GF Score
Price NT$108.50
GF Value NT$109.48
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Taiwan Steel Union Co EV-to-FCF?

Taiwan Steel Union Co TPE:6581 83 EV-to-FCF is 28.55 as of Aug. 24, 2026, which is 54% above its 10-year median of 18.55. GuruFocus rates TPE:6581 with a GF Score™ of 83/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$109.48 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 136 Waste Management companies, Taiwan Steel Union Co ranks worse than 62.5% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Taiwan Steel Union Co's Enterprise Value is NT$12,324 Mil. Taiwan Steel Union Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$432 Mil. Therefore, Taiwan Steel Union Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 28.55.

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

TPE:6581' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4849.05   Med: 18.55   Max: 584.31
Current: 28.55

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Taiwan Steel Union Co was 584.31. The lowest was -4849.05. And the median was 18.55.

TPE:6581's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
62.5% of 136 companies
in the Waste Management industry
Industry Median: 19.69 vs TPE:6581: 28.55

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 (2026-08-24), Taiwan Steel Union Co's stock price is NT$108.50. Taiwan Steel Union Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was NT$7.350. Therefore, Taiwan Steel Union Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 14.76.


Taiwan Steel Union Co  (TPE:6581) 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.

Taiwan Steel Union Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=108.50/7.350
=14.76

Taiwan Steel Union Co's share price for today is NT$108.50.
Taiwan Steel Union 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$7.350.

* 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.


Taiwan Steel Union Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Taiwan Steel Union Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Taiwan Steel Union 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.

Taiwan Steel Union Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Taiwan Steel Union Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Taiwan Steel Union Co Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 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 557.41 18.55 19.18 35.54 28.16

TPE:6581 vs WM, RSG, WCN: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Waste Management subindustry, Taiwan Steel Union 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.


Taiwan Steel Union Co EV-to-FCF vs Waste Management Industry

For the Waste Management industry and Industrials sector, Taiwan Steel Union Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Taiwan Steel Union Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.


TPE:6581
83GF Score
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Taiwan Steel Union Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

Taiwan Steel Union Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=12324.303/431.665
=28.55

Taiwan Steel Union Co's current Enterprise Value is NT$12,324 Mil.
Taiwan Steel Union 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$432 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 28.55 mean?
Taiwan Steel Union Co (TPE:6581) has a EV-to-FCF of 28.55 as of Aug. 24, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Taiwan Steel Union Co and its competitors. This is 54% above median its historical median of 18.55. According to the industry distribution chart, Taiwan Steel Union Co ranks #85 out of 136 companies in the Waste Management industry, placing it in the top 62.5%.
Is Taiwan Steel Union Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Taiwan Steel Union Co's current EV-to-FCF of 28.55 is 54% above median its 10-year median of 18.55. The Waste Management industry median EV-to-FCF is 19.69. Taiwan Steel Union Co's value of 28.55 is 45% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Taiwan Steel Union Co ranks #85 out of 136 companies in the Waste Management industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Taiwan Steel Union Co has a GF Score™ of 83/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Taiwan Steel Union Co's EV-to-FCF compare to WM and RSG?
According to the Waste Management industry distribution chart, Taiwan Steel Union Co ranks #85 out of 136 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Taiwan Steel Union Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 19.69. Taiwan Steel Union Co's value of 28.55 is 45% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 18.55 vs. the industry median of 19.69, Taiwan Steel Union Co 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 Waste Management company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Waste Management companies is 19.69, based on 136 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. Taiwan Steel Union Co's current EV-to-FCF of 28.55 is 45% 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 Taiwan Steel Union Co and its competitors. For the Waste Management industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 19.69 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Taiwan Steel Union Co's current EV-to-FCF is 28.55, which is 54% above median its own 10-year median of 18.55. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Taiwan Steel Union Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Taiwan Steel Union Co (TPE:6581) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$109.48, compared to a current price of NT$108.50 — trading 0.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 28.55, which is 54% above median its 10-year median of 18.55 and 45% above the Waste Management industry median of 19.69. Taiwan Steel Union Co's overall GF Score™ is 83/100 with 4 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 Taiwan Steel Union Co (TPE:6581), the current EV-to-FCF is 28.55 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 Taiwan Steel Union Co (TPE:6581) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Taiwan Steel Union Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$108.50 is trading 0.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$109.48. GuruFocus considers Taiwan Steel Union Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TPE:6581:

  • EV-to-FCF: 28.55 (54% above median its 10-year median of 18.55)
  • GF Value™: NT$109.48 vs. price of NT$108.50 (0.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 83/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 45% above the Waste Management median (#85 of 136)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:6581 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Taiwan Steel Union Co Business Description

Address No. 36, Siangong North 1st Road, Changbin Industrial Zone, Shengang Township, Changhua, TWN, 50953
Taiwan Steel Union Co Ltd is a Taiwan-based waste management company. The company's main business is to dispose and reuse general industrial waste and hazardous industrial waste, as well as manufacture and trade non-ferrous metal (zinc oxide) and non-metallic mineral products.
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