Velesto Energy Bhd (XKLS:5243) EV-to-EBIT: 9.30 (As of Aug. 05, 2026) — 116% Above Median

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XKLS:5243 Velesto Energy Bhd XKLS:5243
57 GF Score
Price RM0.26
GF Value RM0.18
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Velesto Energy Bhd EV-to-EBIT?

Velesto Energy Bhd XKLS:5243 +2.00% 57 EV-to-EBIT is 9.30 as of Aug. 05, 2026, which is 116% above its 10-year median of 4.30. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5243 with a GF Score™ of 57/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.18 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 694 Oil & Gas companies, Velesto Energy Bhd ranks better than 62.97% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Velesto Energy Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM1,992.3 Mil. Velesto Energy Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM214.1 Mil. Therefore, Velesto Energy Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is 9.30.

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

XKLS:5243' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -54.36   Med: 4.3   Max: 137.27
Current: 9.3

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Velesto Energy Bhd was 137.27. The lowest was -54.36. And the median was 4.30.

XKLS:5243's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
62.97% of 694 companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 11.815 vs XKLS:5243: 9.30

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Velesto Energy Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM2,684.9 Mil. Velesto Energy Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM214.1 Mil. Velesto Energy Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 7.98%.


Velesto Energy Bhd  (XKLS:5243) 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) %.

Velesto Energy 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 )
=214.145/2684.94086
=7.98 %

Velesto Energy Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM2,684.9 Mil.
Velesto Energy 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 RM214.1 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.


Velesto Energy Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Velesto Energy Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Velesto Energy 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.

Velesto Energy Bhd EV-to-EBIT Chart

Velesto Energy Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Velesto Energy Bhd Quarterly Data
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XKLS:5243 vs NE, RIG, VAL: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Oil & Gas Drilling subindustry, Velesto Energy 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.


Velesto Energy Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Oil & Gas Industry

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

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


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Velesto Energy Bhd EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=1992.327/214.145
=9.30

Velesto Energy Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM1,992.3 Mil.
Velesto Energy 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 RM214.1 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 9.30 mean?
Velesto Energy Bhd (XKLS:5243) has a EV-to-EBIT of 9.30 as of Aug. 05, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Velesto Energy Bhd and its competitors. This is 116% above median its historical median of 4.30. According to the industry distribution chart, Velesto Energy Bhd ranks #257 out of 694 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 37%.
Is Velesto Energy Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Velesto Energy Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 9.30 is 116% above median its 10-year median of 4.30. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.82. Velesto Energy Bhd's value of 9.30 is 21.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Velesto Energy Bhd ranks #257 out of 694 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Velesto Energy Bhd has a GF Score™ of 57/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Velesto Energy Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to NE and RIG?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Velesto Energy Bhd ranks #257 out of 694 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Velesto Energy Bhd in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.82. Velesto Energy Bhd's value of 9.30 is 21.3% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 4.30 vs. the industry median of 11.82, Velesto Energy 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 11.82, based on 694 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. Velesto Energy Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 9.30 is 21.3% 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 Velesto Energy Bhd and its competitors. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 11.82 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Velesto Energy Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is 9.30, which is 116% above median its own 10-year median of 4.30. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Velesto Energy Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Velesto Energy Bhd (XKLS:5243) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.18, compared to a current price of RM0.26 — trading 41.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 9.30, which is 116% above median its 10-year median of 4.30 and 21.3% below the Oil & Gas industry median of 11.82. Velesto Energy Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 57/100 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 Velesto Energy Bhd (XKLS:5243), the current EV-to-EBIT is 9.30 as of Aug. 05, 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 Velesto Energy Bhd (XKLS:5243) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Velesto Energy Bhd stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of RM0.26 is trading 41.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.18. GuruFocus considers Velesto Energy Bhd to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5243:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 9.30 (116% above median its 10-year median of 4.30)
  • GF Value™: RM0.18 vs. price of RM0.26 (41.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 57/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 21.3% below the Oil & Gas median (#257 of 694)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5243 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Velesto Energy Bhd Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address Jalan Stesen Sentral 5, Level 18, Block 3A, Plaza Sentral, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 50470
Velesto Energy Bhd is a Malaysia-based company that provides services to the oil and gas industry. It is engaged in the provision of drilling services for exploration, development, and production wells and workover services to the upstream sector of the oil and gas industry. It is also engaged in the provision of threading, inspection, and repair services for Oil Country Tubular Goods in Malaysia and overseas. The company operates under two segments, namely drilling services and others. The company has a geographical presence in Malaysia and other countries.
57GF Score

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