West River Bhd (XKLS:0353) EV-to-EBIT: 10.54 (As of Aug. 12, 2026) — 75% Above Median

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XKLS:0353 West River Bhd XKLS:0353
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What is West River Bhd EV-to-EBIT?

West River Bhd XKLS:0353 +6.06% 41 EV-to-EBIT is 10.54 as of Aug. 12, 2026, which is 75% above its 10-year median of 6.01. GuruFocus rates XKLS:0353 with a GF Score™ of 41/100. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,425 Construction companies, West River Bhd ranks better than 55.51% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, West River Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM103.6 Mil. West River Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM9.8 Mil. Therefore, West River Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is 10.54.

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

XKLS:0353' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.93   Med: 6.01   Max: 20.33
Current: 10.54

During the past 6 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of West River Bhd was 20.33. The lowest was 3.93. And the median was 6.01.

XKLS:0353's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
55.51% of 1425 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 10.99 vs XKLS:0353: 10.54

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. West River Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM51.7 Mil. West River Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM9.8 Mil. West River Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 19.01%.


West River Bhd  (XKLS:0353) 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) %.

West River 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 )
=9.831/51.7105
=19.01 %

West River Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM51.7 Mil.
West River 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 RM9.8 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.


West River Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


West River Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for West River 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.

West River Bhd EV-to-EBIT Chart

West River Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 5.57

West River Bhd Quarterly Data
Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.00 7.00 5.28 5.57 5.26

XKLS:0353 vs PWR, FIX, EME: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, West River 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.


West River Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Construction Industry

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

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


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West River Bhd EV-to-EBIT Calculation

West River Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=103.577/9.831
=10.54

West River Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM103.6 Mil.
West River 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 RM9.8 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 10.54 mean?
West River Bhd (XKLS:0353) has a EV-to-EBIT of 10.54 as of Aug. 12, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on West River Bhd and its competitors. This is 75% above median its historical median of 6.01. Over the past decade, West River Bhd's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 3.93 to 20.33. According to the industry distribution chart, West River Bhd ranks #634 out of 1425 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 44.5%.
Is West River Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
West River Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 10.54 is 75% above median its 10-year median of 6.01. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.93 to a high of 20.33. The Construction industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.99. West River Bhd's value of 10.54 is 4.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, West River Bhd ranks #634 out of 1425 companies in the Construction industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, West River Bhd has a GF Score™ of 41/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does West River Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, West River Bhd ranks #634 out of 1425 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts West River Bhd in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.99. West River Bhd's value of 10.54 is 4.1% below this benchmark. Historically, West River Bhd's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 3.93 to 20.33 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.01 vs. the industry median of 10.99, West River 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 10.99, 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. West River Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 10.54 is 4.1% 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 West River Bhd and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 10.99 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. West River Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is 10.54, which is 75% above median its own 10-year median of 6.01. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is West River Bhd stock overvalued right now?
West River Bhd (XKLS:0353) has a current EV-to-EBIT of 10.54. The current EV-to-EBIT is 10.54, which is 75% above median its 10-year median of 6.01 and 4.1% below the Construction industry median of 10.99. West River Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 41/100 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 West River Bhd (XKLS:0353), the current EV-to-EBIT is 10.54 as of Aug. 12, 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.

West River Bhd Business Description

Address Jalan 2/101C, 22-4-2, Block D, Cheras Business Centre, Taman Cheras, W.P. Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 56100
West River Bhd is an M&E engineering services provider and it is principally involved in the Provision of integrated engineering solutions, including air conditioning and mechanical ventilation (ACMV) systems, electrical systems, fire protection systems, plumbing and sanitary systems, and security systems. It also manufactures electrical panels and distribution boards, to support its M&E engineering services projects and sale to third parties. The company principally operates in Malaysia. Its services involve projects in the private sector, such as the development or redevelopment of high-rise residential properties, mixed-use properties, commercial buildings and industrial buildings.
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