KPELF (Keppel) EV-to-EBIT: 17.66 (As of Jul. 16, 2026) — 22% Above Median

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KPELF Keppel Ltd KPELF
63 GF Score
Price $8.87
GF Value $4.73
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Keppel EV-to-EBIT?

Keppel KPELF 63 EV-to-EBIT is 17.66 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 22% above its 10-year median of 14.48. GuruFocus rates KPELF with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of $4.73 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 458 Conglomerates companies, Keppel ranks worse than 70.09% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Keppel's Enterprise Value is $24,097 Mil. Keppel's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $1,364 Mil. Therefore, Keppel's EV-to-EBIT for today is 17.66.

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

KPELF' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.07   Med: 14.48   Max: 462.48
Current: 17.57

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Keppel was 462.48. The lowest was 6.07. And the median was 14.48.

KPELF's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
70.09% of 458 companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 11.685 vs KPELF: 17.57

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Keppel's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was $21,826 Mil. Keppel's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $1,364 Mil. Keppel's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was 6.25%.


Keppel  (OTCPK:KPELF) EV-to-EBIT Explanation

This is a more accurate valuation of companies' operation because it considers the debt and cash on its balance sheet, and non-operating items such as interest payment, tax, and one-time items are not included in the Operating Income.

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %.

Keppel's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Dec. 2025 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Dec. 2025 )
=1364.324/21825.94515952
=6.25 %

Keppel's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was $21,826 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Keppel's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $1,364 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.


Keppel EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Keppel EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Keppel's EV-to-EBIT 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.

Keppel EV-to-EBIT Chart

Keppel Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 8.37 14.20 14.64 16.26 16.63

Keppel Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT 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 14.64 0.00 16.26 0.00 16.63

KPELF vs HON, MMM: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, Keppel's EV-to-EBIT, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBIT 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.


Keppel EV-to-EBIT vs Conglomerates Industry

For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, Keppel's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Keppel's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


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Keppel EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Keppel's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=24097.213/1364.324
=17.66

Keppel's current Enterprise Value is $24,097 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Keppel's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $1,364 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-EBIT →
What does a EV-to-EBIT of 17.66 mean?
Keppel (KPELF) has a EV-to-EBIT of 17.66 as of Jul. 16, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Keppel and its competitors. This is 22% above median its historical median of 14.48. Over the past decade, Keppel's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 6.07 to 462.48. According to the industry distribution chart, Keppel ranks #321 out of 458 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 70.1%.
Is Keppel's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Keppel's current EV-to-EBIT of 17.66 is 22% above median its 10-year median of 14.48. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.07 to a high of 462.48. The Conglomerates industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.69. Keppel's value of 17.66 is 51.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Keppel ranks #321 out of 458 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Keppel has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Keppel's EV-to-EBIT compare to HON and MMM?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Keppel ranks #321 out of 458 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Keppel in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.69. Keppel's value of 17.66 is 51.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Keppel's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 6.07 to 462.48 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 14.48 vs. the industry median of 11.69, Keppel 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-EBIT for a Conglomerates company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Conglomerates companies is 11.69, based on 458 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBIT significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBIT should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Keppel's current EV-to-EBIT of 17.66 is 51.1% 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-EBIT mean?
A high EV-to-EBIT can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Keppel and its competitors. For the Conglomerates industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 11.69 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Keppel's current EV-to-EBIT is 17.66, which is 22% above median its own 10-year median of 14.48. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Keppel stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Keppel (KPELF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $4.73, compared to a current price of $8.87 — trading 87.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 17.66, which is 22% above median its 10-year median of 14.48 and 51.1% above the Conglomerates industry median of 11.69. Keppel's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 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-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Keppel (KPELF), the current EV-to-EBIT is 17.66 as of Jul. 16, 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 Keppel (KPELF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Keppel stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $8.87 is trading 87.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $4.73. GuruFocus considers Keppel to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for KPELF:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 17.66 (22% above median its 10-year median of 14.48)
  • GF Value™: $4.73 vs. price of $8.87 (87.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 51.1% above the Conglomerates median (#321 of 458)

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


Keppel Business Description

Address 1 HarbourFront Avenue, No 18-01, Keppel Bay Tower, Singapore, SGP, 098632
Singapore-based Keppel is an alternative asset manager and operator with SGD 95 billion of funds under management as of the end of December 2025. The group's key segments are infrastructure, real estate, and connectivity (including telecommunication services and operation of data centers). Most of its earnings are derived from its infrastructure segment, where it invests and operates in a portfolio of infrastructure assets. The group also has a fund management platform comprising listed and unlisted investment trusts that generates recurring fee income.
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