Malaysian Resources Bhd (XKLS:1651) EV-to-EBIT: 17.98 (As of Aug. 23, 2026) — 10% Below Median

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XKLS:1651 Malaysian Resources Corp Bhd XKLS:1651
39 GF Score
Price RM0.32
GF Value RM0.42
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Malaysian Resources Bhd EV-to-EBIT?

Malaysian Resources Bhd XKLS:1651 -3.08% 39 EV-to-EBIT is 17.98 as of Aug. 23, 2026, which is 10% below its 10-year median of 20.03. GuruFocus rates XKLS:1651 with a GF Score™ of 39/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.42 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,425 Construction companies, Malaysian Resources Bhd ranks worse than 69.54% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Malaysian Resources Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM3,569 Mil. Malaysian Resources Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM199 Mil. Therefore, Malaysian Resources Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is 17.98.

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

XKLS:1651' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -38.44   Med: 20.03   Max: 69.17
Current: 17.98

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Malaysian Resources Bhd was 69.17. The lowest was -38.44. And the median was 20.03.

XKLS:1651's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
69.54% of 1425 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 10.78 vs XKLS:1651: 17.98

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Malaysian Resources Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM3,346 Mil. Malaysian Resources Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM199 Mil. Malaysian Resources Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 5.93%.


Malaysian Resources Bhd  (XKLS:1651) 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) %.

Malaysian Resources 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 )
=198.534/3345.61515
=5.93 %

Malaysian Resources Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM3,346 Mil.
Malaysian Resources 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 RM199 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.


Malaysian Resources Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Malaysian Resources Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Malaysian Resources 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.

Malaysian Resources Bhd EV-to-EBIT Chart

Malaysian Resources Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Malaysian Resources Bhd Quarterly Data
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XKLS:1651 vs PWR, FIX, EME: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Malaysian Resources 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.


Malaysian Resources Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Construction Industry

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

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


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Malaysian Resources Bhd EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Malaysian Resources Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=3568.990/198.534
=17.98

Malaysian Resources Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM3,569 Mil.
Malaysian Resources 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 RM199 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 17.98 mean?
Malaysian Resources Bhd (XKLS:1651) has a EV-to-EBIT of 17.98 as of Aug. 23, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Malaysian Resources Bhd and its competitors. This is 10% below median its historical median of 20.03. According to the industry distribution chart, Malaysian Resources Bhd ranks #991 out of 1425 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 69.5%.
Is Malaysian Resources Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Malaysian Resources Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 17.98 is 10% below median its 10-year median of 20.03. The Construction industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.78. Malaysian Resources Bhd's value of 17.98 is 66.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Malaysian Resources Bhd ranks #991 out of 1425 companies in the Construction industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Malaysian Resources Bhd has a GF Score™ of 39/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Malaysian Resources Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Malaysian Resources Bhd ranks #991 out of 1425 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Malaysian Resources Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.78. Malaysian Resources Bhd's value of 17.98 is 66.8% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 20.03 vs. the industry median of 10.78, Malaysian Resources 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 10.78, 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. Malaysian Resources Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 17.98 is 66.8% 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 Malaysian Resources Bhd and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 10.78 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Malaysian Resources Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is 17.98, which is 10% below median its own 10-year median of 20.03. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Malaysian Resources Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Malaysian Resources Bhd (XKLS:1651) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.42, compared to a current price of RM0.32 — trading 25% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 17.98, which is 10% below median its 10-year median of 20.03 and 66.8% above the Construction industry median of 10.78. Malaysian Resources Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 39/100 with 8 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 Malaysian Resources Bhd (XKLS:1651), the current EV-to-EBIT is 17.98 as of Aug. 23, 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 Malaysian Resources Bhd (XKLS:1651) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Malaysian Resources Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.32 is trading 25% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.42. GuruFocus considers Malaysian Resources Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:1651:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 17.98 (10% below median its 10-year median of 20.03)
  • GF Value™: RM0.42 vs. price of RM0.32 (25% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 39/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 66.8% above the Construction median (#991 of 1425)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:1651 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Malaysian Resources Bhd Business Description

Address No. 203, Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Level 30, Menara Allianz Sentral, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, Kuala Lumpur, MYS, 50470
Malaysian Resources Corp Bhd is an investment holding company engaged in construction and property development. The group has four reportable segments: Property development and Investment, Engineering, Construction and environment, which generates the majority of revenue, facilities management and parking, and others. Geographically, it derives the majority of its revenue from Malaysia and also has a presence in Australia and New Zealand.
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