Econpile Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5253) EV-to-EBIT: 13.88 (As of Aug. 09, 2026) — 30% Above Median

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XKLS:5253 Econpile Holdings Bhd XKLS:5253
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Price RM0.14
GF Value RM0.34
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Econpile Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT?

Econpile Holdings Bhd XKLS:5253 40 EV-to-EBIT is 13.88 as of Aug. 09, 2026, which is 30% above its 10-year median of 10.64. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5253 with a GF Score™ of 40/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.34 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,426 Construction companies, Econpile Holdings Bhd ranks worse than 58.84% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Econpile Holdings Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM192.4 Mil. Econpile Holdings Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM13.9 Mil. Therefore, Econpile Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is 13.88.

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

XKLS:5253' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -697.07   Med: 10.64   Max: 835.45
Current: 13.88

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Econpile Holdings Bhd was 835.45. The lowest was -697.07. And the median was 10.64.

XKLS:5253's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
58.84% of 1426 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 11.16 vs XKLS:5253: 13.88

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Econpile Holdings Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM171.2 Mil. Econpile Holdings Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM13.9 Mil. Econpile Holdings Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 8.10%.


Econpile Holdings Bhd  (XKLS:5253) 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) %.

Econpile Holdings 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 )
=13.865/171.171
=8.10 %

Econpile Holdings Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM171.2 Mil.
Econpile Holdings 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 RM13.9 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.


Econpile Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Econpile Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Econpile Holdings 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.

Econpile Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT Chart

Econpile Holdings Bhd Annual Data
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EV-to-EBIT
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Econpile Holdings Bhd Quarterly Data
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XKLS:5253 vs PWR, FIX, EME: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Econpile Holdings 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.


Econpile Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Construction Industry

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

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


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Econpile Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=192.434/13.865
=13.88

Econpile Holdings Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM192.4 Mil.
Econpile Holdings 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 RM13.9 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 13.88 mean?
Econpile Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5253) has a EV-to-EBIT of 13.88 as of Aug. 09, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Econpile Holdings Bhd and its competitors. This is 30% above median its historical median of 10.64. According to the industry distribution chart, Econpile Holdings Bhd ranks #839 out of 1426 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 58.8%.
Is Econpile Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Econpile Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 13.88 is 30% above median its 10-year median of 10.64. The Construction industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.16. Econpile Holdings Bhd's value of 13.88 is 24.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Econpile Holdings Bhd ranks #839 out of 1426 companies in the Construction industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Econpile Holdings Bhd has a GF Score™ of 40/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Econpile Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Econpile Holdings Bhd ranks #839 out of 1426 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Econpile Holdings Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.16. Econpile Holdings Bhd's value of 13.88 is 24.4% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 10.64 vs. the industry median of 11.16, Econpile Holdings Bhd has consistently been above 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 11.16, based on 1,426 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. Econpile Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 13.88 is 24.4% above 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 Econpile Holdings Bhd and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 11.16 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Econpile Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is 13.88, which is 30% above median its own 10-year median of 10.64. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Econpile Holdings Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Econpile Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5253) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.34, compared to a current price of RM0.14 — trading 60.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 13.88, which is 30% above median its 10-year median of 10.64 and 24.4% above the Construction industry median of 11.16. Econpile Holdings Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 40/100 with 5 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 Econpile Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5253), the current EV-to-EBIT is 13.88 as of Aug. 09, 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 Econpile Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5253) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Econpile Holdings Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.14 is trading 60.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.34. GuruFocus considers Econpile Holdings Bhd to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5253:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 13.88 (30% above median its 10-year median of 10.64)
  • GF Value™: RM0.34 vs. price of RM0.14 (60.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 40/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 24.4% above the Construction median (#839 of 1426)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5253 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Econpile Holdings Bhd Business Description

Address Jalan Sri Permaisuri, Level 8, Tower Block, Plaza Dwitasik, Bandar Sri Permaisuri, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 56000
Econpile Holdings Bhd is engaged in piling and foundation works, providing essential substructure solutions that support construction, development, and infrastructure projects. Its core services include piling and foundation activities, supported by earth retaining systems, earthworks, various piling methods, and basement construction works. The Group operates as a single reportable segment focused on piling and foundation services, which is its main source of revenue, while other non-reportable segments include investment holding, rental of investment properties and machinery, and trading of machinery and related accessories. Operations are mainly concentrated in Malaysia, the key revenue-generating market, with limited activities in Cambodia.
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