Luxchem Bhd (XKLS:5143) EV-to-EBIT: 4.55 (As of Aug. 20, 2026) — 37% Below Median

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XKLS:5143 Luxchem Corp Bhd XKLS:5143
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Price RM0.44
GF Value RM0.45
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Luxchem Bhd EV-to-EBIT?

Luxchem Bhd XKLS:5143 50 EV-to-EBIT is 4.55 as of Aug. 20, 2026, which is 37% below its 10-year median of 7.19. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5143 with a GF Score™ of 50/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.45 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,264 Chemicals companies, Luxchem Bhd ranks better than 91.77% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Luxchem Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM403.8 Mil. Luxchem Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was RM88.7 Mil. Therefore, Luxchem Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is 4.55.

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

XKLS:5143' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.48   Med: 7.19   Max: 17.31
Current: 4.55

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Luxchem Bhd was 17.31. The lowest was 3.48. And the median was 7.19.

XKLS:5143's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
91.77% of 1264 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 17.41 vs XKLS:5143: 4.55

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Luxchem Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was RM361.4 Mil. Luxchem Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was RM88.7 Mil. Luxchem Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 24.53%.


Luxchem Bhd  (XKLS:5143) 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) %.

Luxchem Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Jun. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=88.662/361.39157
=24.53 %

Luxchem Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was RM361.4 Mil.
Luxchem Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM88.7 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.


Luxchem Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Luxchem Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Luxchem 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.

Luxchem Bhd EV-to-EBIT Chart

Luxchem Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 7.11 6.74 7.12 5.46 3.93

Luxchem Bhd Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 4.29 3.73 3.93 3.96 4.08

XKLS:5143 vs DOW: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Chemicals subindustry, Luxchem 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.


Luxchem Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Chemicals Industry

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

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


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Luxchem Bhd EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=403.778/88.662
=4.55

Luxchem Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM403.8 Mil.
Luxchem Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM88.7 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 4.55 mean?
Luxchem Bhd (XKLS:5143) has a EV-to-EBIT of 4.55 as of Aug. 20, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Luxchem Bhd and its competitors. This is 37% below median its historical median of 7.19. Over the past decade, Luxchem Bhd's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 3.48 to 17.31. According to the industry distribution chart, Luxchem Bhd ranks #104 out of 1264 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 8.2%.
Is Luxchem Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Luxchem Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 4.55 is 37% below median its 10-year median of 7.19. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.48 to a high of 17.31. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBIT is 17.41. Luxchem Bhd's value of 4.55 is 73.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Luxchem Bhd ranks #104 out of 1264 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Luxchem Bhd has a GF Score™ of 50/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Luxchem Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to DOW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Luxchem Bhd ranks #104 out of 1264 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Luxchem Bhd in the top 8% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 17.41. Luxchem Bhd's value of 4.55 is 73.9% below this benchmark. Historically, Luxchem Bhd's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 3.48 to 17.31 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.19 vs. the industry median of 17.41, Luxchem 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Chemicals companies is 17.41, based on 1,264 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. Luxchem Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 4.55 is 73.9% 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 Luxchem Bhd and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 17.41 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Luxchem Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is 4.55, which is 37% below median its own 10-year median of 7.19. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Luxchem Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Luxchem Bhd (XKLS:5143) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.45, compared to a current price of RM0.44 — trading 3.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 4.55, which is 37% below median its 10-year median of 7.19 and 73.9% below the Chemicals industry median of 17.41. Luxchem Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 50/100 with 2 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 Luxchem Bhd (XKLS:5143), the current EV-to-EBIT is 4.55 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 Luxchem Bhd (XKLS:5143) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Luxchem Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.44 is trading 3.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.45. GuruFocus considers Luxchem Bhd to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5143:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 4.55 (37% below median its 10-year median of 7.19)
  • GF Value™: RM0.45 vs. price of RM0.44 (3.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 50/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 73.9% below the Chemicals median (#104 of 1264)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5143 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Luxchem Bhd Business Description

Address Jalan Prof Diraja Ungku Aziz, Block N, 72A, Jaya One, Wisma Luxchem, Seksyen 13, Petaling Jaya, SGR, MYS, 46200
Luxchem Corp Bhd is a Malaysia-based company engaged in the import, export, and distribution of petrochemical and other related products globally. It operates through two reportable segments, namely Trading and Manufacturing. Maximum revenue is generated from the Trading segment, which is engaged in the import, export, and distribution of petrochemical and other related products, and in the trading of hardware and other materials required for interior decoration, construction, and development. The Manufacturing segment is involved in the manufacturing and trading of unsaturated polyester resin, latex chemical dispersions, latex processing chemicals, former cleaning, powder-free coagulant, and related products. Geographically, the Group derives maximum revenue from Malaysia.
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