Kimlun Bhd (XKLS:5171) EV-to-EBIT: 7.06 (As of Aug. 20, 2026) — 14% Below Median

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XKLS:5171 Kimlun Corp Bhd XKLS:5171
71 GF Score
Price RM0.92
GF Value RM1.71
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Kimlun Bhd EV-to-EBIT?

Kimlun Bhd XKLS:5171 -1.08% 71 EV-to-EBIT is 7.06 as of Aug. 20, 2026, which is 14% below its 10-year median of 8.19. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5171 with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.71 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,425 Construction companies, Kimlun Bhd ranks better than 71.44% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Kimlun Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM1,119 Mil. Kimlun Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM159 Mil. Therefore, Kimlun Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is 7.06.

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

XKLS:5171' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -135.24   Med: 8.19   Max: 98.09
Current: 7.07

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Kimlun Bhd was 98.09. The lowest was -135.24. And the median was 8.19.

XKLS:5171's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
71.44% of 1425 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 10.71 vs XKLS:5171: 7.07

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Kimlun Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM1,135 Mil. Kimlun Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM159 Mil. Kimlun Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 13.97%.


Kimlun Bhd  (XKLS:5171) 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) %.

Kimlun 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 )
=158.545/1134.958545
=13.97 %

Kimlun Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM1,135 Mil.
Kimlun 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 RM159 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.


Kimlun Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Kimlun Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kimlun 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.

Kimlun Bhd EV-to-EBIT Chart

Kimlun Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Kimlun 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:5171 vs PWR, FIX, EME: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Kimlun 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.


Kimlun Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Kimlun Bhd's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Kimlun Bhd EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=1119.411/158.545
=7.06

Kimlun Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM1,119 Mil.
Kimlun 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 RM159 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 7.06 mean?
Kimlun Bhd (XKLS:5171) has a EV-to-EBIT of 7.06 as of Aug. 20, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Kimlun Bhd and its competitors. This is 14% below median its historical median of 8.19. According to the industry distribution chart, Kimlun Bhd ranks #407 out of 1425 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 28.6%.
Is Kimlun Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Kimlun Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 7.06 is 14% below median its 10-year median of 8.19. The Construction industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.71. Kimlun Bhd's value of 7.06 is 34.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kimlun Bhd ranks #407 out of 1425 companies in the Construction industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Kimlun Bhd has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kimlun Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Kimlun Bhd ranks #407 out of 1425 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Kimlun Bhd in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.71. Kimlun Bhd's value of 7.06 is 34.1% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 8.19 vs. the industry median of 10.71, Kimlun 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 Construction company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Construction companies is 10.71, based on 1,425 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. Kimlun Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 7.06 is 34.1% 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 Kimlun Bhd and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 10.71 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kimlun Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is 7.06, which is 14% below median its own 10-year median of 8.19. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kimlun Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kimlun Bhd (XKLS:5171) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.71, compared to a current price of RM0.92 — trading 46.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 7.06, which is 14% below median its 10-year median of 8.19 and 34.1% below the Construction industry median of 10.71. Kimlun Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 4 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 Kimlun Bhd (XKLS:5171), the current EV-to-EBIT is 7.06 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 Kimlun Bhd (XKLS:5171) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kimlun Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.92 is trading 46.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.71. GuruFocus considers Kimlun Bhd to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5171:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 7.06 (14% below median its 10-year median of 8.19)
  • GF Value™: RM1.71 vs. price of RM0.92 (46.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 34.1% below the Construction median (#407 of 1425)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5171 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Kimlun Bhd Business Description

Address 106-108, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, Suite 19.06, Level 19, Johor Bahru City Square, Johor Bahru, JHR, MYS, 80000
Kimlun Corp Bhd is a Malaysia-based engineering and construction services provider company. It operates through four segments, namely Construction, Manufacturing and trading of construction materials, provision of quarry services, Investment holding, and Property development. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the construction segment. Geographically, the company earns its revenue in Malaysia and Singapore.
71GF Score

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