Leon Fuat Bhd (XKLS:5232) EV-to-EBIT: 12.31 (As of Jul. 30, 2026) — 33% Above Median

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XKLS:5232 Leon Fuat Bhd XKLS:5232
39 GF Score
Price RM0.33
GF Value RM0.46
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is Leon Fuat Bhd EV-to-EBIT?

Leon Fuat Bhd XKLS:5232 39 EV-to-EBIT is 12.31 as of Jul. 30, 2026, which is 33% above its 10-year median of 9.26. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5232 with a GF Score™ of 39/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.46 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 492 Steel companies, Leon Fuat Bhd ranks better than 53.86% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Leon Fuat Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM548.7 Mil. Leon Fuat Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM44.6 Mil. Therefore, Leon Fuat Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is 12.31.

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

XKLS:5232' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.32   Med: 9.26   Max: 20.94
Current: 12.31

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Leon Fuat Bhd was 20.94. The lowest was 3.32. And the median was 9.26.

XKLS:5232's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
53.86% of 492 companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 12.975 vs XKLS:5232: 12.31

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Leon Fuat Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM564.0 Mil. Leon Fuat Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM44.6 Mil. Leon Fuat Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 7.90%.


Leon Fuat Bhd  (XKLS:5232) 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) %.

Leon Fuat 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 )
=44.557/564.036
=7.90 %

Leon Fuat Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM564.0 Mil.
Leon Fuat 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 RM44.6 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.


Leon Fuat Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Leon Fuat Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Leon Fuat 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.

Leon Fuat Bhd EV-to-EBIT Chart

Leon Fuat Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Leon Fuat 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:5232 vs NUE, STLD, RS: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Leon Fuat 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.


Leon Fuat Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Steel Industry

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

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


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Leon Fuat Bhd EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=548.691/44.557
=12.31

Leon Fuat Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM548.7 Mil.
Leon Fuat 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 RM44.6 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 12.31 mean?
Leon Fuat Bhd (XKLS:5232) has a EV-to-EBIT of 12.31 as of Jul. 30, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Leon Fuat Bhd and its competitors. This is 33% above median its historical median of 9.26. Over the past decade, Leon Fuat Bhd's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 3.32 to 20.94. According to the industry distribution chart, Leon Fuat Bhd ranks #227 out of 492 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 46.1%.
Is Leon Fuat Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Leon Fuat Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 12.31 is 33% above median its 10-year median of 9.26. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.32 to a high of 20.94. The Steel industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.98. Leon Fuat Bhd's value of 12.31 is 5.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Leon Fuat Bhd ranks #227 out of 492 companies in the Steel industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Leon Fuat Bhd has a GF Score™ of 39/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Leon Fuat Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Leon Fuat Bhd ranks #227 out of 492 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Leon Fuat Bhd in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.98. Leon Fuat Bhd's value of 12.31 is 5.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Leon Fuat Bhd's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 3.32 to 20.94 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.26 vs. the industry median of 12.98, Leon Fuat 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 Steel company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Steel companies is 12.98, based on 492 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. Leon Fuat Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 12.31 is 5.1% 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 Leon Fuat Bhd and its competitors. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 12.98 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Leon Fuat Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is 12.31, which is 33% above median its own 10-year median of 9.26. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Leon Fuat Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Leon Fuat Bhd (XKLS:5232) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.46, compared to a current price of RM0.33 — trading 29.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 12.31, which is 33% above median its 10-year median of 9.26 and 5.1% below the Steel industry median of 12.98. Leon Fuat Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 39/100 with 9 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 Leon Fuat Bhd (XKLS:5232), the current EV-to-EBIT is 12.31 as of Jul. 30, 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 Leon Fuat Bhd (XKLS:5232) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Leon Fuat Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.33 is trading 29.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.46. GuruFocus considers Leon Fuat Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5232:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 12.31 (33% above median its 10-year median of 9.26)
  • GF Value™: RM0.46 vs. price of RM0.33 (29.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 39/100 with 9 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 5.1% below the Steel median (#227 of 492)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5232 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Leon Fuat Bhd Business Description

Address Kawasan Perindustrian, No. 11, Lorong Keluli 1B, Bukit Raja Selatan, Seksyen 7, Shah Alam, SGR, MYS, 40000
Leon Fuat Bhd is engaged in cutting, levelling, shearing, profiling, bending, and finishing, along with the production of expanded metal, perforated metal, and welded steel pipes. The company operates in three reportable segments: Trading of steel products, which includes trading of flat carbon steel products, other flat steel products, long carbon steel products, and other long steel products; Processing and/or manufacturing of steel products, which includes processing of flat carbon steel products, other flat steel products, long carbon steel products, and other long steel products; and Others. The majority of its revenue is generated from the processing and/or manufacturing of steel products. Revenue is derived from Malaysia.
39GF Score

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