Hup Seng Industries Bhd (XKLS:5024) EV-to-EBIT: 10.12 (As of Aug. 14, 2026) — 21% Below Median

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XKLS:5024 Hup Seng Industries Bhd XKLS:5024
90 GF Score
Price RM0.94
GF Value RM1.03
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is Hup Seng Industries Bhd EV-to-EBIT?

Hup Seng Industries Bhd XKLS:5024 90 EV-to-EBIT is 10.12 as of Aug. 14, 2026, which is 21% below its 10-year median of 12.76. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5024 with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.03 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,557 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Hup Seng Industries Bhd ranks better than 60.44% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Hup Seng Industries Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM673.5 Mil. Hup Seng Industries Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM66.6 Mil. Therefore, Hup Seng Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is 10.12.

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

XKLS:5024' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.95   Med: 12.76   Max: 18.56
Current: 10.12

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Hup Seng Industries Bhd was 18.56. The lowest was 7.95. And the median was 12.76.

XKLS:5024's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
60.44% of 1557 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 12.21 vs XKLS:5024: 10.12

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Hup Seng Industries Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM713.5 Mil. Hup Seng Industries Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM66.6 Mil. Hup Seng Industries Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 9.33%.


Hup Seng Industries Bhd  (XKLS:5024) 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) %.

Hup Seng 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 )
=66.571/713.515
=9.33 %

Hup Seng Industries Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM713.5 Mil.
Hup Seng 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 RM66.6 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.


Hup Seng Industries Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Hup Seng Industries Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hup Seng 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.

Hup Seng Industries Bhd EV-to-EBIT Chart

Hup Seng Industries Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Hup Seng Industries Bhd Quarterly Data
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XKLS:5024 vs KHC, GIS: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Hup Seng 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.


Hup Seng Industries Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

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

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


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Hup Seng Industries Bhd EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=673.515/66.571
=10.12

Hup Seng Industries Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM673.5 Mil.
Hup Seng 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 RM66.6 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 10.12 mean?
Hup Seng Industries Bhd (XKLS:5024) has a EV-to-EBIT of 10.12 as of Aug. 14, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Hup Seng Industries Bhd and its competitors. This is 21% below median its historical median of 12.76. Over the past decade, Hup Seng Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.95 to 18.56. According to the industry distribution chart, Hup Seng Industries Bhd ranks #616 out of 1557 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 39.6%.
Is Hup Seng Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Hup Seng Industries Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 10.12 is 21% below median its 10-year median of 12.76. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.95 to a high of 18.56. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.21. Hup Seng Industries Bhd's value of 10.12 is 17.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hup Seng Industries Bhd ranks #616 out of 1557 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Hup Seng Industries Bhd has a GF Score™ of 90/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hup Seng Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Hup Seng Industries Bhd ranks #616 out of 1557 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Hup Seng Industries Bhd in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.21. Hup Seng Industries Bhd's value of 10.12 is 17.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Hup Seng Industries Bhd's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.95 to 18.56 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.76 vs. the industry median of 12.21, Hup Seng 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 12.21, based on 1,557 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. Hup Seng Industries Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 10.12 is 17.1% 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 Hup Seng Industries Bhd and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 12.21 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hup Seng Industries Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is 10.12, which is 21% below median its own 10-year median of 12.76. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hup Seng Industries Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hup Seng Industries Bhd (XKLS:5024) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.03, compared to a current price of RM0.94 — trading 8.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 10.12, which is 21% below median its 10-year median of 12.76 and 17.1% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 12.21. Hup Seng Industries Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 90/100 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 Hup Seng Industries Bhd (XKLS:5024), the current EV-to-EBIT is 10.12 as of Aug. 14, 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 Hup Seng Industries Bhd (XKLS:5024) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hup Seng Industries Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.94 is trading 8.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.03. GuruFocus considers Hup Seng Industries Bhd to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5024:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 10.12 (21% below median its 10-year median of 12.76)
  • GF Value™: RM1.03 vs. price of RM0.94 (8.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 90/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 17.1% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#616 of 1557)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5024 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hup Seng Industries Bhd Business Description

Address 14 Jalan Kilang, Kawasan Perindustrian, Batu Pahat, Tongkang Pecah, JHR, MYS, 83010
Hup Seng Industries Bhd is engaged in the business of manufacture and sales of biscuits and coffee mix, and dealers in biscuits, confectionery and other foodstuff. Principally, it is involved in the production and sale of biscuits and confectionery food items as well as beverages. The company operates through three segments. Its Biscuit manufacturing segment manufactures and sells biscuits. The beverage manufacturing segment consists of wholesale coffee mix and all kinds of foodstuffs. Its Trading division segment markets and distributes biscuits, confectionery, and other foodstuffs. The company offers special cream crackers, cookies, cream sandwich biscuits, peanut butter sandwiches, and many more. Instant Coffeemix, Teas and Cereals, Rice crackers, and other products.
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