Formosa Pharmaceuticals (TPE:6838) EV-to-FCF: -15.62 (As of Jul. 14, 2026)

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TPE:6838 Formosa Pharmaceuticals Inc TPE:6838
48 GF Score
Price NT$23.60
GF Value NT$14.25
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Formosa Pharmaceuticals EV-to-FCF?

Formosa Pharmaceuticals TPE:6838 -1.67% 48 EV-to-FCF is -15.62 as of Jul. 14, 2026. GuruFocus rates TPE:6838 with a GF Score™ of 48/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$14.25 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 335 Biotechnology companies, Formosa Pharmaceuticals ranks worse than 298507.16% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Formosa Pharmaceuticals's Enterprise Value is NT$2,148.81 Mil. Formosa Pharmaceuticals's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$-137.53 Mil. Therefore, Formosa Pharmaceuticals's EV-to-FCF for today is -15.62.

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

TPE:6838' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -111.69   Med: -30.24   Max: -10.81
Current: -16.39

During the past 7 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Formosa Pharmaceuticals was -10.81. The lowest was -111.69. And the median was -30.24.

TPE:6838's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 335 companies
in the Biotechnology industry
Industry Median: 15.34 vs TPE:6838: -16.39

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), Formosa Pharmaceuticals's stock price is NT$23.60. Formosa Pharmaceuticals's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$-0.540. Therefore, Formosa Pharmaceuticals's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Formosa Pharmaceuticals  (TPE:6838) 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 Pharmaceuticals's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=23.60/-0.540
=At Loss

Formosa Pharmaceuticals's share price for today is NT$23.60.
Formosa Pharmaceuticals's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$-0.540.

* 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 Pharmaceuticals EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Formosa Pharmaceuticals EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Formosa Pharmaceuticals'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 Pharmaceuticals EV-to-FCF Chart

Formosa Pharmaceuticals Annual Data
Trend Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial -9.34 -16.01 -27.84 -29.47 -18.70

Formosa Pharmaceuticals Quarterly Data
Dec19 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 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 -29.47 -16.62 -71.45 -35.38 -18.70

TPE:6838 vs VRTX, REGN, ALNY: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Biotechnology subindustry, Formosa Pharmaceuticals'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 Pharmaceuticals EV-to-FCF vs Biotechnology Industry

For the Biotechnology industry and Healthcare sector, Formosa Pharmaceuticals's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Formosa Pharmaceuticals EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=2148.808/-137.533
=-15.62

Formosa Pharmaceuticals's current Enterprise Value is NT$2,148.81 Mil.
Formosa Pharmaceuticals's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$-137.53 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 -15.62 mean?
Formosa Pharmaceuticals (TPE:6838) has a EV-to-FCF of -15.62 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Formosa Pharmaceuticals and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Formosa Pharmaceuticals ranks #999999 out of 335 companies in the Biotechnology industry.
Is Formosa Pharmaceuticals' EV-to-FCF too high?
Formosa Pharmaceuticals' current EV-to-FCF is -15.62. Based on the distribution chart, Formosa Pharmaceuticals ranks #999999 out of 335 companies in the Biotechnology industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Formosa Pharmaceuticals has a GF Score™ of 48/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Formosa Pharmaceuticals' EV-to-FCF compare to VRTX and REGN?
According to the Biotechnology industry distribution chart, Formosa Pharmaceuticals ranks #999999 out of 335 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Formosa Pharmaceuticals in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.34. 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 Biotechnology company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Biotechnology companies is 15.34, based on 335 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. 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 Pharmaceuticals and its competitors. For the Biotechnology industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.34 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Formosa Pharmaceuticals's current EV-to-FCF is -15.62. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Formosa Pharmaceuticals stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Formosa Pharmaceuticals (TPE:6838) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$14.25, compared to a current price of NT$23.60 — trading 65.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -15.62. Formosa Pharmaceuticals' overall GF Score™ is 48/100 with 3 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 Pharmaceuticals (TPE:6838), the current EV-to-FCF is -15.62 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 Formosa Pharmaceuticals (TPE:6838) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Formosa Pharmaceuticals stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of NT$23.60 is trading 65.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of NT$14.25. GuruFocus considers Formosa Pharmaceuticals to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TPE:6838:

  • EV-to-FCF: -15.62
  • GF Value™: NT$14.25 vs. price of NT$23.60 (65.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 48/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:6838 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Formosa Pharmaceuticals Business Description

Address No. 57, Fuxing North Road, 8th Floor-6, Songshan District, Taipei, TWN, 105
Formosa Pharmaceuticals Inc is engaged in new drug development and transfers. Its Product pipeline includes TSY-110, TSY-120, TSY-310, APP13007 and APP13002.
48GF Score

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