Kelington Group Bhd (XKLS:0151) EV-to-EBIT: 35.19 (As of Aug. 17, 2026) — 179% Above Median

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XKLS:0151 Kelington Group Bhd XKLS:0151
76 GF Score
Price RM8.54
GF Value RM2.91
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Kelington Group Bhd EV-to-EBIT?

Kelington Group Bhd XKLS:0151 -1.84% 76 EV-to-EBIT is 35.19 as of Aug. 17, 2026, which is 179% above its 10-year median of 12.62. GuruFocus rates XKLS:0151 with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of RM2.91 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,426 Construction companies, Kelington Group Bhd ranks worse than 86.68% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Kelington Group Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM7,143 Mil. Kelington Group Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM203 Mil. Therefore, Kelington Group Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is 35.19.

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

XKLS:0151' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -54.78   Med: 12.62   Max: 35.88
Current: 35.19

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Kelington Group Bhd was 35.88. The lowest was -54.78. And the median was 12.62.

XKLS:0151's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
86.68% of 1426 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 11.025 vs XKLS:0151: 35.19

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Kelington Group Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM3,541 Mil. Kelington Group Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM203 Mil. Kelington Group Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 5.73%.


Kelington Group Bhd  (XKLS:0151) 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) %.

Kelington Group Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Mar. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=203.006/3540.64265
=5.73 %

Kelington Group Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM3,541 Mil.
Kelington Group Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM203 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.


Kelington Group Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Kelington Group Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kelington Group 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.

Kelington Group Bhd EV-to-EBIT Chart

Kelington Group Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Kelington Group Bhd Quarterly Data
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XKLS:0151 vs PWR, FIX, EME: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Kelington Group 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.


Kelington Group Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Kelington Group Bhd's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Kelington Group Bhd EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Kelington Group Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=7142.919/203.006
=35.19

Kelington Group Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM7,143 Mil.
Kelington Group Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM203 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 35.19 mean?
Kelington Group Bhd (XKLS:0151) has a EV-to-EBIT of 35.19 as of Aug. 17, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Kelington Group Bhd and its competitors. This is 179% above median its historical median of 12.62. According to the industry distribution chart, Kelington Group Bhd ranks #1236 out of 1426 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 86.7%.
Is Kelington Group Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Kelington Group Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 35.19 is 179% above median its 10-year median of 12.62. The Construction industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.03. Kelington Group Bhd's value of 35.19 is 219.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kelington Group Bhd ranks #1236 out of 1426 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Kelington Group Bhd has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kelington Group Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Kelington Group Bhd ranks #1236 out of 1426 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Kelington Group Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.03. Kelington Group Bhd's value of 35.19 is 219.2% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 12.62 vs. the industry median of 11.03, Kelington Group Bhd 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 Construction company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Construction companies is 11.03, based on 1,426 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. Kelington Group Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 35.19 is 219.2% 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 Kelington Group Bhd and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 11.03 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kelington Group Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is 35.19, which is 179% above median its own 10-year median of 12.62. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kelington Group Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kelington Group Bhd (XKLS:0151) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM2.91, compared to a current price of RM8.54 — trading 193.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 35.19, which is 179% above median its 10-year median of 12.62 and 219.2% above the Construction industry median of 11.03. Kelington Group Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 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 Kelington Group Bhd (XKLS:0151), the current EV-to-EBIT is 35.19 as of Aug. 17, 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 Kelington Group Bhd (XKLS:0151) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kelington Group Bhd stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of RM8.54 is trading 193.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM2.91. GuruFocus considers Kelington Group Bhd to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:0151:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 35.19 (179% above median its 10-year median of 12.62)
  • GF Value™: RM2.91 vs. price of RM8.54 (193.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 219.2% above the Construction median (#1236 of 1426)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:0151 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Kelington Group Bhd Business Description

Address 3, Jalan Astaka U8/83, Seksyen U8, Bukit Jelutong Industrial Park, Shah Alam, SGR, MYS, 40150
Kelington Group Bhd is engaged in the businesses of investment holding, providing engineering services, construction, and general trading. The company's segments include the Industrial gases segment - involved in the manufacturing and trading of industrial and specialty gases, facility fees and leasing of tanks, and undertaking project-related activities associated with industrial gases. Engineering segment - involved in the provision of engineering services, construction activities, and manufacturing and trading of engineering equipment and materials for contracts; and Investment holding segment - involved in group-level corporate services. The majority revenue is from Engineering Segment.
76GF Score

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