GDB Holdings Bhd (XKLS:0198) EV-to-EBIT: 3.73 (As of Aug. 08, 2026) — 51% Below Median

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XKLS:0198 GDB Holdings Bhd XKLS:0198
64 GF Score
Price RM0.47
GF Value RM0.64
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is GDB Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT?

GDB Holdings Bhd XKLS:0198 -1.06% 64 EV-to-EBIT is 3.73 as of Aug. 08, 2026, which is 51% below its 10-year median of 7.61. GuruFocus rates XKLS:0198 with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.64 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,425 Construction companies, GDB Holdings Bhd ranks better than 87.86% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, GDB Holdings Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM257.5 Mil. GDB Holdings Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM68.9 Mil. Therefore, GDB Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is 3.73.

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

XKLS:0198' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.75   Med: 7.61   Max: 19.32
Current: 3.74

During the past 12 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of GDB Holdings Bhd was 19.32. The lowest was 1.75. And the median was 7.61.

XKLS:0198's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
87.86% of 1425 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 11.18 vs XKLS:0198: 3.74

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. GDB Holdings Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM164.6 Mil. GDB Holdings Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM68.9 Mil. GDB Holdings Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 41.88%.


GDB Holdings Bhd  (XKLS:0198) 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) %.

GDB Holdings 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 )
=68.948/164.64075
=41.88 %

GDB Holdings Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM164.6 Mil.
GDB Holdings 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 RM68.9 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.


GDB Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


GDB Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for GDB Holdings 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.

GDB Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT Chart

GDB Holdings Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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GDB Holdings Bhd Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 3.78 2.87 4.05 2.86 2.39

XKLS:0198 vs PWR, FIX, EME: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, GDB Holdings 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.


GDB Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Construction Industry

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

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


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GDB Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT Calculation

GDB Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=257.454/68.948
=3.73

GDB Holdings Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM257.5 Mil.
GDB Holdings 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 RM68.9 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 3.73 mean?
GDB Holdings Bhd (XKLS:0198) has a EV-to-EBIT of 3.73 as of Aug. 08, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on GDB Holdings Bhd and its competitors. This is 51% below median its historical median of 7.61. Over the past decade, GDB Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 1.75 to 19.32. According to the industry distribution chart, GDB Holdings Bhd ranks #173 out of 1425 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 12.1%.
Is GDB Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
GDB Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 3.73 is 51% below median its 10-year median of 7.61. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.75 to a high of 19.32. The Construction industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.18. GDB Holdings Bhd's value of 3.73 is 66.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, GDB Holdings Bhd ranks #173 out of 1425 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, GDB Holdings Bhd has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does GDB Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, GDB Holdings Bhd ranks #173 out of 1425 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places GDB Holdings Bhd in the top 12% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.18. GDB Holdings Bhd's value of 3.73 is 66.6% below this benchmark. Historically, GDB Holdings Bhd's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 1.75 to 19.32 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.61 vs. the industry median of 11.18, GDB Holdings 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 Construction company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Construction companies is 11.18, based on 1,425 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. GDB Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 3.73 is 66.6% 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 GDB Holdings Bhd and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 11.18 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. GDB Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is 3.73, which is 51% below median its own 10-year median of 7.61. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is GDB Holdings Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, GDB Holdings Bhd (XKLS:0198) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.64, compared to a current price of RM0.47 — trading 27.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 3.73, which is 51% below median its 10-year median of 7.61 and 66.6% below the Construction industry median of 11.18. GDB Holdings Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 64/100 with 2 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 GDB Holdings Bhd (XKLS:0198), the current EV-to-EBIT is 3.73 as of Aug. 08, 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 GDB Holdings Bhd (XKLS:0198) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, GDB Holdings Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.47 is trading 27.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.64. GuruFocus considers GDB Holdings Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:0198:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 3.73 (51% below median its 10-year median of 7.61)
  • GF Value™: RM0.64 vs. price of RM0.47 (27.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 64/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 66.6% below the Construction median (#173 of 1425)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:0198 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


GDB Holdings Bhd Business Description

Address Sekitar 26 Enterprise, A-02-01, F-02-01 & F-02-02, Persiaran Hulu Selangor, Seksyen 26, Shah Alam, SGR, MYS, 40400
GDB Holdings Bhd is engaged in providing construction services, for residential, commercial, and mixed-development projects. The company is involved in the implementation of construction projects which includes daily management of all the works required for the timely completion of the projects. It also engages subcontractors to provide certain services such as the supply and installation of construction materials, machinery and equipment, and other specialized trade work. The group principally operates in Malaysia. The key revenue is derived from construction activities.
64GF Score

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