IQ Group Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5107) EV-to-EBIT: 1.89 (As of Aug. 20, 2026)

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XKLS:5107 IQ Group Holdings Bhd XKLS:5107
37 GF Score
Price RM0.45
GF Value RM0.55
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is IQ Group Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT?

IQ Group Holdings Bhd XKLS:5107 37 EV-to-EBIT is 1.89 as of Aug. 20, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5107 with a GF Score™ of 37/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.55 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 852 Business Services companies, IQ Group Holdings Bhd ranks better than 93.19% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, IQ Group Holdings Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM-13.8 Mil. IQ Group Holdings Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-7.3 Mil. Therefore, IQ Group Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is 1.89.

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

XKLS:5107' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1029.19   Med: -1.23   Max: 98.28
Current: 1.89

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of IQ Group Holdings Bhd was 98.28. The lowest was -1029.19. And the median was -1.23.

XKLS:5107's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
93.19% of 852 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 11.11 vs XKLS:5107: 1.89

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. IQ Group Holdings Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-13.8 Mil. IQ Group Holdings Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-7.3 Mil. IQ Group Holdings Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 52.92%.


IQ Group Holdings Bhd  (XKLS:5107) 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) %.

IQ Group 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 )
=-7.301/-13.79595
=52.92 %

IQ Group Holdings Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-13.8 Mil.
IQ Group 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 RM-7.3 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.


IQ Group Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


IQ Group Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for IQ Group 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.

IQ Group Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT Chart

IQ Group Holdings Bhd Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT
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IQ Group Holdings Bhd Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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XKLS:5107 vs ALLE, MSA, ADT: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Security & Protection Services subindustry, IQ Group 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.


IQ Group Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, IQ Group Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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IQ Group Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=-13.797/-7.301
=1.89

IQ Group Holdings Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM-13.8 Mil.
IQ Group 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 RM-7.3 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 1.89 mean?
IQ Group Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5107) has a EV-to-EBIT of 1.89 as of Aug. 20, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on IQ Group Holdings Bhd and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, IQ Group Holdings Bhd ranks #58 out of 852 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 6.8%.
Is IQ Group Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
IQ Group Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is 1.89. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.11. IQ Group Holdings Bhd's value of 1.89 is 83% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, IQ Group Holdings Bhd ranks #58 out of 852 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, IQ Group Holdings Bhd has a GF Score™ of 37/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does IQ Group Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to ALLE and MSA?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, IQ Group Holdings Bhd ranks #58 out of 852 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places IQ Group Holdings Bhd in the top 7% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.11. IQ Group Holdings Bhd's value of 1.89 is 83% below this benchmark. 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Business Services companies is 11.11, based on 852 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. IQ Group Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 1.89 is 83% 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 IQ Group Holdings Bhd and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 11.11 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. IQ Group Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is 1.89. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is IQ Group Holdings Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IQ Group Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5107) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.55, compared to a current price of RM0.45 — trading 18.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 1.89 and 83% below the Business Services industry median of 11.11. IQ Group Holdings Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 37/100 with 3 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 IQ Group Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5107), the current EV-to-EBIT is 1.89 as of Aug. 20, 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 IQ Group Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5107) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IQ Group Holdings Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.45 is trading 18.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.55. GuruFocus considers IQ Group Holdings Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5107:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 1.89
  • GF Value™: RM0.55 vs. price of RM0.45 (18.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 37/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 83% below the Business Services median (#58 of 852)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5107 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


IQ Group Holdings Bhd Business Description

Address Plot 149, Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, Taman Perindustrian Bayan Lepas, Fasa 1 (FTZ), Bayan Lepas, PNG, MYS, 11900
IQ Group Holdings Bhd is engaged in the design and manufacture of lighting, security, and convenience products. The group has three business divisions, namely, Investment holding which offers management services; Manufacturing of motion sensor light controllers, wireless video communication devices, doorbells, home security system, lighting fixtures, sensor product, wireless product, security product and household electrical appliances; and trading of motion sensors, sensor lighting, and wireless door entry products. The company carries out its business operations in international countries and generates key revenue from the Manufacturing segment.
37GF Score

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