Northeast Group Bhd (XKLS:0325) EV-to-EBIT: 17.33 (As of Aug. 17, 2026) — 12% Above Median

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XKLS:0325 Northeast Group Bhd XKLS:0325
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What is Northeast Group Bhd EV-to-EBIT?

Northeast Group Bhd XKLS:0325 +0.86% 24 EV-to-EBIT is 17.33 as of Aug. 17, 2026, which is 12% above its 10-year median of 15.47. GuruFocus rates XKLS:0325 with a GF Score™ of 24/100. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,773 Hardware companies, Northeast Group Bhd ranks better than 56.57% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Northeast Group Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM717.2 Mil. Northeast Group Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM41.4 Mil. Therefore, Northeast Group Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is 17.33.

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

XKLS:0325' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.19   Med: 15.47   Max: 211.67
Current: 17.33

During the past 5 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Northeast Group Bhd was 211.67. The lowest was 7.19. And the median was 15.47.

XKLS:0325's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
56.57% of 1773 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 21.2 vs XKLS:0325: 17.33

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Northeast Group Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM306.5 Mil. Northeast Group Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM41.4 Mil. Northeast Group Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 13.50%.


Northeast Group Bhd  (XKLS:0325) 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) %.

Northeast 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 )
=41.389/306.541
=13.50 %

Northeast Group Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM306.5 Mil.
Northeast 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 RM41.4 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.


Northeast Group Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Northeast Group Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Northeast 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.

Northeast Group Bhd EV-to-EBIT Chart

Northeast Group Bhd Annual Data
Trend Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-EBIT
0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 16.63

Northeast Group Bhd Quarterly Data
Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 May24 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 13.81 12.77 16.63 14.72 7.41

XKLS:0325 vs APH, GLW, TEL: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Electronic Components subindustry, Northeast 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.


Northeast Group Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Northeast Group Bhd's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Northeast Group Bhd EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=717.241/41.389
=17.33

Northeast Group Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM717.2 Mil.
Northeast 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 RM41.4 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 17.33 mean?
Northeast Group Bhd (XKLS:0325) has a EV-to-EBIT of 17.33 as of Aug. 17, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Northeast Group Bhd and its competitors. This is 12% above median its historical median of 15.47. Over the past decade, Northeast Group Bhd's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.19 to 211.67. According to the industry distribution chart, Northeast Group Bhd ranks #770 out of 1773 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 43.4%.
Is Northeast Group Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Northeast Group Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 17.33 is 12% above median its 10-year median of 15.47. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.19 to a high of 211.67. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBIT is 21.20. Northeast Group Bhd's value of 17.33 is 18.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Northeast Group Bhd ranks #770 out of 1773 companies in the Hardware industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Northeast Group Bhd has a GF Score™ of 24/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Northeast Group Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to APH and GLW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Northeast Group Bhd ranks #770 out of 1773 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Northeast Group Bhd in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 21.20. Northeast Group Bhd's value of 17.33 is 18.3% below this benchmark. Historically, Northeast Group Bhd's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.19 to 211.67 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 15.47 vs. the industry median of 21.20, Northeast Group 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Hardware companies is 21.20, based on 1,773 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. Northeast Group Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 17.33 is 18.3% 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 Northeast Group Bhd and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 21.20 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Northeast Group Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is 17.33, which is 12% above median its own 10-year median of 15.47. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Northeast Group Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Northeast Group Bhd (XKLS:0325) has a current EV-to-EBIT of 17.33. The current EV-to-EBIT is 17.33, which is 12% above median its 10-year median of 15.47 and 18.3% below the Hardware industry median of 21.20. Northeast Group Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 24/100 with 4 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 Northeast Group Bhd (XKLS:0325), the current EV-to-EBIT is 17.33 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.

Northeast Group Bhd Business Description

Address 1946, Lorong IKS Bukit Minyak 1, Taman IKS Bukit Minyak, Simpang Ampat, PNG, MYS, 14100
Northeast Group Bhd is an investment holding company. The company, along with its subsidiaries, is principally engaged in the manufacturing of precision engineering components. It also provides related services including Surface Finishing, Sheet Metal Fabrication and Mechanical Sub-Assembly. The company serves various industries, including photonics, electrical and electronics (E&E), semiconductor, telecommunication, and optoelectronics. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from Malaysia, and the rest from North America, Europe, Other Asian countries, Oceania and South America.
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