ES Ceramics Technology Bhd (XKLS:0100) EV-to-EBIT: 2.54 (As of Jul. 30, 2026) — 29% Below Median

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XKLS:0100 ES Ceramics Technology Bhd XKLS:0100
61 GF Score
Price RM0.17
GF Value RM0.17
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is ES Ceramics Technology Bhd EV-to-EBIT?

ES Ceramics Technology Bhd XKLS:0100 61 EV-to-EBIT is 2.54 as of Jul. 30, 2026, which is 29% below its 10-year median of 3.60. GuruFocus rates XKLS:0100 with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.17 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,240 Chemicals companies, ES Ceramics Technology Bhd ranks better than 95.48% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM54.2 Mil. ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was RM21.4 Mil. Therefore, ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is 2.54.

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

XKLS:0100' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -326.37   Med: 3.6   Max: 189.33
Current: 2.42

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of ES Ceramics Technology Bhd was 189.33. The lowest was -326.37. And the median was 3.60.

XKLS:0100's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
95.48% of 1240 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 16.9 vs XKLS:0100: 2.42

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in May. 2026 was RM22.4 Mil. ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was RM21.4 Mil. ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in May. 2026 was 95.51%.


ES Ceramics Technology Bhd  (XKLS:0100) 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) %.

ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in May. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: May. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: May. 2026 )
=21.352/22.35536
=95.51 %

ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in May. 2026 was RM22.4 Mil.
ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM21.4 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.


ES Ceramics Technology Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


ES Ceramics Technology Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for ES Ceramics Technology Bhd'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.

ES Ceramics Technology Bhd EV-to-EBIT Chart

ES Ceramics Technology Bhd Annual Data
Trend May17 May18 May19 May20 May21 May22 May23 May24 May25 May26
EV-to-EBIT
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ES Ceramics Technology Bhd Quarterly Data
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XKLS:0100 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, ES Ceramics Technology Bhd'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.


ES Ceramics Technology Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


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ES Ceramics Technology Bhd EV-to-EBIT Calculation

ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=54.174/21.352
=2.54

ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM54.2 Mil.
ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM21.4 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 2.54 mean?
ES Ceramics Technology Bhd (XKLS:0100) has a EV-to-EBIT of 2.54 as of Jul. 30, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on ES Ceramics Technology Bhd and its competitors. This is 29% below median its historical median of 3.60. According to the industry distribution chart, ES Ceramics Technology Bhd ranks #56 out of 1240 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 4.5%.
Is ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 2.54 is 29% below median its 10-year median of 3.60. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBIT is 16.90. ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's value of 2.54 is 85% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, ES Ceramics Technology Bhd ranks #56 out of 1240 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, ES Ceramics Technology Bhd has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, ES Ceramics Technology Bhd ranks #56 out of 1240 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places ES Ceramics Technology Bhd in the top 5% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 16.90. ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's value of 2.54 is 85% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 3.60 vs. the industry median of 16.90, ES Ceramics Technology Bhd 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-EBIT for a Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Chemicals companies is 16.90, based on 1,240 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. ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 2.54 is 85% 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-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 ES Ceramics Technology Bhd and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 16.90 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is 2.54, which is 29% below median its own 10-year median of 3.60. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ES Ceramics Technology Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ES Ceramics Technology Bhd (XKLS:0100) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.17, compared to a current price of RM0.17 — trading 2.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 2.54, which is 29% below median its 10-year median of 3.60 and 85% below the Chemicals industry median of 16.90. ES Ceramics Technology Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 61/100 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-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For ES Ceramics Technology Bhd (XKLS:0100), the current EV-to-EBIT is 2.54 as of Jul. 30, 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 ES Ceramics Technology Bhd (XKLS:0100) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ES Ceramics Technology Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.17 is trading 2.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.17. GuruFocus considers ES Ceramics Technology Bhd to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:0100:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 2.54 (29% below median its 10-year median of 3.60)
  • GF Value™: RM0.17 vs. price of RM0.17 (2.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 61/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 85% below the Chemicals median (#56 of 1240)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:0100 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


ES Ceramics Technology Bhd Business Description

Address Lot 207429, Jalan Seramik Chepor 11/5, Kawasan Perusahaan Seramik Chepor, Chemor, PRK, MYS, 31200
ES Ceramics Technology Bhd is an investment holding company. Through its holding, the company manufactures and distributes ceramic hand formers. Its product offerings include examination formers, surgical formers, household formers, and breathing bags and balloons. The formers are for continuous industrial use under heavy-duty conditions, to withstand the complex processes involving heat and chemicals to produce gloves. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from Malaysia. Its segments include Investing, Glove equipment, and Construction, of which the Construction segment derives the maximum revenue. The Construction segment is engaged in the manufacturing and supply of chemical products and construction materials, including readymix concrete.
61GF Score

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