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Hong Leong Industries BhdXKLS:3301 -0.89%88 EV-to-EBIT is 4.10 as of Aug. 05, 2026, which is 4% below its 10-year median of 4.28. GuruFocus rates XKLS:3301 with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of RM13.90 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,077 Vehicles & Parts companies, Hong Leong Industries Bhd ranks better than 89.42% on this metric.
Hong Leong Industries Bhd (XKLS:3301) 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.
Hong Leong Industries Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM3,689 Mil.
Hong Leong Industries 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 RM986 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.
Hong Leong Industries Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms
Hong Leong Industries Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data
* 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.
For the Auto Manufacturers subindustry, Hong Leong Industries 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.
Hong Leong Industries Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Hong Leong Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Hong Leong Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBIT falls into.
Hong Leong Industries Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM4,039 Mil.
Hong Leong Industries 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 RM986 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.
Hong Leong Industries Bhd (XKLS:3301) has a EV-to-EBIT of 4.10 as of Aug. 05, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Hong Leong Industries Bhd and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 4.28. Over the past decade, Hong Leong Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 2.32 to 14.84. According to the industry distribution chart, Hong Leong Industries Bhd ranks #114 out of 1077 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 10.6%.
Is Hong Leong Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Hong Leong Industries Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 4.10 is near median its 10-year median of 4.28. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.32 to a high of 14.84. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.18. Hong Leong Industries Bhd's value of 4.10 is 68.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hong Leong Industries Bhd ranks #114 out of 1077 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Hong Leong Industries Bhd has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hong Leong Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to TSLA and GM?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Hong Leong Industries Bhd ranks #114 out of 1077 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Hong Leong Industries Bhd in the top 11% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 13.18. Hong Leong Industries Bhd's value of 4.10 is 68.9% below this benchmark. Historically, Hong Leong Industries Bhd's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 2.32 to 14.84 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.28 vs. the industry median of 13.18, Hong Leong Industries 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Vehicles & Parts companies is 13.18, based on 1,077 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. Hong Leong Industries Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 4.10 is 68.9% 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 Hong Leong Industries Bhd and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 13.18 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hong Leong Industries Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is 4.10, which is near median its own 10-year median of 4.28. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hong Leong Industries Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hong Leong Industries Bhd (XKLS:3301) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM13.90, compared to a current price of RM17.84 — trading 28.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 4.10, which is near median its 10-year median of 4.28 and 68.9% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 13.18. Hong Leong Industries Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 88/100 with 6 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 Hong Leong Industries Bhd (XKLS:3301), the current EV-to-EBIT is 4.10 as of Aug. 05, 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 Hong Leong Industries Bhd (XKLS:3301) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hong Leong Industries Bhd stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of RM17.84 is trading 28.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM13.90.
GuruFocus considers Hong Leong Industries Bhd to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:3301:
EV-to-EBIT: 4.10 (near median its 10-year median of 4.28)
GF Value™: RM13.90 vs. price of RM17.84 (28.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 68.9% below the Vehicles & Parts median (#114 of 1077)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:3301 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Hong Leong Industries Bhd is a Malaysia-based investment holding company. Its only operating segment is Consumer products. Consumer products segment manufacture and sale of consumer products comprises motorcycles, spare parts and ceramic tiles. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from Malaysia.
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