CI Holdings Bhd (XKLS:2828) EV-to-EBIT: 5.27 (As of Aug. 09, 2026) — 11% Below Median

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XKLS:2828 CI Holdings Bhd XKLS:2828
82 GF Score
Price RM2.33
GF Value RM2.97
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is CI Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT?

CI Holdings Bhd XKLS:2828 82 EV-to-EBIT is 5.27 as of Aug. 09, 2026, which is 11% below its 10-year median of 5.93. GuruFocus rates XKLS:2828 with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of RM2.97 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,555 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, CI Holdings Bhd ranks better than 86.88% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, CI Holdings Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM460 Mil. CI Holdings Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM87 Mil. Therefore, CI Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is 5.27.

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

XKLS:2828' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.74   Med: 5.93   Max: 11.5
Current: 5.27

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of CI Holdings Bhd was 11.50. The lowest was 3.74. And the median was 5.93.

XKLS:2828's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
86.88% of 1555 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 12.1 vs XKLS:2828: 5.27

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. CI Holdings Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM490 Mil. CI Holdings Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM87 Mil. CI Holdings Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 17.84%.


CI Holdings Bhd  (XKLS:2828) 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) %.

CI 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 )
=87.353/489.557
=17.84 %

CI Holdings Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM490 Mil.
CI 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 RM87 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.


CI Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


CI Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for CI 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.

CI Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT Chart

CI Holdings Bhd Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-EBIT
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CI Holdings Bhd Quarterly Data
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XKLS:2828 vs KHC, GIS: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, CI 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.


CI Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, CI Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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CI Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=460.397/87.353
=5.27

CI Holdings Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM460 Mil.
CI 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 RM87 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 5.27 mean?
CI Holdings Bhd (XKLS:2828) has a EV-to-EBIT of 5.27 as of Aug. 09, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on CI Holdings Bhd and its competitors. This is 11% below median its historical median of 5.93. Over the past decade, CI Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 3.74 to 11.50. According to the industry distribution chart, CI Holdings Bhd ranks #204 out of 1555 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 13.1%.
Is CI Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
CI Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 5.27 is 11% below median its 10-year median of 5.93. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.74 to a high of 11.50. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.10. CI Holdings Bhd's value of 5.27 is 56.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, CI Holdings Bhd ranks #204 out of 1555 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, CI Holdings Bhd has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CI Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, CI Holdings Bhd ranks #204 out of 1555 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places CI Holdings Bhd in the top 13% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.10. CI Holdings Bhd's value of 5.27 is 56.4% below this benchmark. Historically, CI Holdings Bhd's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 3.74 to 11.50 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.93 vs. the industry median of 12.10, CI 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 12.10, based on 1,555 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. CI Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 5.27 is 56.4% 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 CI Holdings Bhd and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 12.10 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. CI Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is 5.27, which is 11% below median its own 10-year median of 5.93. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CI Holdings Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CI Holdings Bhd (XKLS:2828) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM2.97, compared to a current price of RM2.33 — trading 21.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 5.27, which is 11% below median its 10-year median of 5.93 and 56.4% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 12.10. CI Holdings Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 1 warning sign 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 CI Holdings Bhd (XKLS:2828), the current EV-to-EBIT is 5.27 as of Aug. 09, 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 CI Holdings Bhd (XKLS:2828) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CI Holdings Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM2.33 is trading 21.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM2.97. GuruFocus considers CI Holdings Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:2828:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 5.27 (11% below median its 10-year median of 5.93)
  • GF Value™: RM2.97 vs. price of RM2.33 (21.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 56.4% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#204 of 1555)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:2828 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


CI Holdings Bhd Business Description

Address No. 1, Jalan Mayang Sari, Suite A-11-1, Level 11, Hampshire Place Office, 157 Hampshire, Kuala Lumpur, MYS, 50450
CI Holdings Bhd is engaged in investment holding and the provision of management services. The company's operating segment includes Edible oil; Tap-ware and sanitary ware; and Investment holdings. It generates maximum revenue from the Edible oil segment. The edible oil segment is engaged in the selling, packing, and marketing of all types of edible oil. Its Tap-ware and sanitary ware segment is engaged in the manufacture and trading of household fittings and appliances such as water taps, plumbing accessories, and sanitary wares, and the Investment holding segment is engaged in Investment activities. Geographically, it derives a majority of revenue from Africa and also has a presence in Malaysia, Asia, and Other regions.
82GF Score

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