Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd (XKLS:5199) EV-to-EBIT: 5.58 (As of Aug. 10, 2026) — 58% Above Median

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XKLS:5199 Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd XKLS:5199
81 GF Score
Price RM1.93
GF Value RM2.06
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd EV-to-EBIT?

Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd XKLS:5199 +1.05% 81 EV-to-EBIT is 5.58 as of Aug. 10, 2026, which is 58% above its 10-year median of 3.54. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5199 with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of RM2.06 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 702 Oil & Gas companies, Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd ranks better than 79.49% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM2,132 Mil. Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM382 Mil. Therefore, Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is 5.58.

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

XKLS:5199' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -57.57   Med: 3.54   Max: 20.87
Current: 5.58

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd was 20.87. The lowest was -57.57. And the median was 3.54.

XKLS:5199's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
79.49% of 702 companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 11.445 vs XKLS:5199: 5.58

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM2,376 Mil. Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM382 Mil. Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 16.09%.


Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd  (XKLS:5199) 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) %.

Hibiscus Petroleum 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 )
=382.2/2375.8027
=16.09 %

Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM2,376 Mil.
Hibiscus Petroleum 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 RM382 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.


Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hibiscus Petroleum 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.

Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd EV-to-EBIT Chart

Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd Annual Data
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EV-to-EBIT
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Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd Quarterly Data
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XKLS:5199 vs COP, EOG, FANG: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Oil & Gas E&P subindustry, Hibiscus Petroleum 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.


Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=2132.463/382.2
=5.58

Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM2,132 Mil.
Hibiscus Petroleum 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 RM382 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 5.58 mean?
Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd (XKLS:5199) has a EV-to-EBIT of 5.58 as of Aug. 10, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd and its competitors. This is 58% above median its historical median of 3.54. According to the industry distribution chart, Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd ranks #144 out of 702 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 20.5%.
Is Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 5.58 is 58% above median its 10-year median of 3.54. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.45. Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd's value of 5.58 is 51.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd ranks #144 out of 702 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to COP and EOG?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd ranks #144 out of 702 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd in the top 21% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.45. Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd's value of 5.58 is 51.2% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 3.54 vs. the industry median of 11.45, Hibiscus Petroleum 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 an Oil & Gas company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Oil & Gas companies is 11.45, based on 702 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. Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 5.58 is 51.2% 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 Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd and its competitors. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 11.45 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is 5.58, which is 58% above median its own 10-year median of 3.54. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd (XKLS:5199) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM2.06, compared to a current price of RM1.93 — trading 6.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 5.58, which is 58% above median its 10-year median of 3.54 and 51.2% below the Oil & Gas industry median of 11.45. Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 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 Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd (XKLS:5199), the current EV-to-EBIT is 5.58 as of Aug. 10, 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 Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd (XKLS:5199) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM1.93 is trading 6.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM2.06. GuruFocus considers Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5199:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 5.58 (58% above median its 10-year median of 3.54)
  • GF Value™: RM2.06 vs. price of RM1.93 (6.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 51.2% below the Oil & Gas median (#144 of 702)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5199 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address Jalan Kapas, 2nd Floor, Syed Kechik Foundation Building, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 59100
Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd along with its subsidiaries is focused on monetizing producing oil and gas fields and growing the portfolio of exploration, development and producing assets. Its operating segments are: Malaysia-North Sabah, Malaysia-Kinabalu and Others, Commercial Arrangement Area, United Kingdom, Vietnam, Australia, and Investment holding and group activities. The company also develops oil and gas fields, hold investments, and provide project management, technical and other services relating to the oil and gas exploration and production industry.
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