Lion Industries Bhd (XKLS:4235) EV-to-EBIT: -3.84 (As of Aug. 13, 2026)

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XKLS:4235 Lion Industries Corp Bhd XKLS:4235
22 GF Score
Price RM0.14
GF Value RM0.14
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Lion Industries Bhd EV-to-EBIT?

Lion Industries Bhd XKLS:4235 +8.00% 22 EV-to-EBIT is -3.84 as of Aug. 13, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:4235 with a GF Score™ of 22/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.14 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 488 Steel companies, Lion Industries Bhd ranks worse than 204917.83% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Lion Industries Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM456 Mil. Lion Industries Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-119 Mil. Therefore, Lion Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is -3.84.

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

XKLS:4235' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -12.89   Med: -1.37   Max: 195.91
Current: -3.84

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Lion Industries Bhd was 195.91. The lowest was -12.89. And the median was -1.37.

XKLS:4235's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
100% of 488 companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 12.835 vs XKLS:4235: -3.84

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Lion Industries Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM462 Mil. Lion Industries Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-119 Mil. Lion Industries Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was -25.67%.


Lion Industries Bhd  (XKLS:4235) 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) %.

Lion Industries 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 )
=-118.671/462.34387
=-25.67 %

Lion Industries Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM462 Mil.
Lion 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 RM-119 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.


Lion Industries Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Lion Industries Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Lion Industries 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.

Lion Industries Bhd EV-to-EBIT Chart

Lion Industries Bhd Annual Data
Trend Jun14 Jun15 Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -3.06 -0.97 -1.63 -1.72 -8.67

Lion Industries Bhd Quarterly Data
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EV-to-EBIT Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -8.52 -7.69 -12.81 -3.58 -3.90

XKLS:4235 vs NUE, STLD, RS: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Lion 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.


Lion Industries Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Steel Industry

For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Lion Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Lion Industries Bhd EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Lion Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=455.536/-118.671
=-3.84

Lion Industries Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM456 Mil.
Lion 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 RM-119 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 -3.84 mean?
Lion Industries Bhd (XKLS:4235) has a EV-to-EBIT of -3.84 as of Aug. 13, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Lion Industries Bhd and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Lion Industries Bhd ranks #999999 out of 488 companies in the Steel industry.
Is Lion Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Lion Industries Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is -3.84. Based on the distribution chart, Lion Industries Bhd ranks #999999 out of 488 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Lion Industries Bhd has a GF Score™ of 22/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lion Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Lion Industries Bhd ranks #999999 out of 488 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Lion Industries Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.84. 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 Steel company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Steel companies is 12.84, based on 488 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. 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 Lion Industries Bhd and its competitors. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 12.84 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Lion Industries Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is -3.84. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Lion Industries Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lion Industries Bhd (XKLS:4235) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.14, compared to a current price of RM0.14 — trading 3.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is -3.84. Lion Industries Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 22/100 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 Lion Industries Bhd (XKLS:4235), the current EV-to-EBIT is -3.84 as of Aug. 13, 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 Lion Industries Bhd (XKLS:4235) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lion Industries Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.14 is trading 3.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.14. GuruFocus considers Lion Industries Bhd to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:4235:

  • EV-to-EBIT: -3.84
  • GF Value™: RM0.14 vs. price of RM0.14 (3.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 22/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:4235 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Lion Industries Bhd Business Description

Address No. 1 Jalan Nagasari, Level 14, Lion Office Tower, Wilayah Persekutuan, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 50200
Lion Industries Corp Bhd is involved in the manufacturing of long steel products in Klang and Banting, Selangor. It produces billets for rolling into steel bars and wire rods, while its plant in Banting produces special grade billets for rolling into specialty bars and wire rods for automotive parts, mattresses and mechanical springs, turning parts, wire rods, wire ropes, and other stringent applications. The steel bars and wire rods produced by the company are used in the construction, fabrication and manufacturing industries. In the property development sector, the company is involved in property management and residential development. Its segments include Steel, Building materials, and Others. It derives revenue from Steel segment.
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