Gamuda Bhd (XKLS:5398) EV-to-EBIT: 21.56 (As of Aug. 15, 2026) — 15% Above Median

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XKLS:5398 Gamuda Bhd XKLS:5398
84 GF Score
Price RM4.41
GF Value RM4.93
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Gamuda Bhd EV-to-EBIT?

Gamuda Bhd XKLS:5398 -2.43% 84 EV-to-EBIT is 21.56 as of Aug. 15, 2026, which is 15% above its 10-year median of 18.71. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5398 with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of RM4.93 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,424 Construction companies, Gamuda Bhd ranks worse than 75.77% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Gamuda Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM35,895 Mil. Gamuda Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was RM1,665 Mil. Therefore, Gamuda Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is 21.56.

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

XKLS:5398' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.47   Med: 18.71   Max: 27.61
Current: 21.56

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Gamuda Bhd was 27.61. The lowest was 9.47. And the median was 18.71.

XKLS:5398's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
75.77% of 1424 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 10.95 vs XKLS:5398: 21.56

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Gamuda Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was RM35,872 Mil. Gamuda Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was RM1,665 Mil. Gamuda Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was 4.64%.


Gamuda Bhd  (XKLS:5398) 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) %.

Gamuda Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Apr. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Apr. 2026 )
=1664.523/35872.40042
=4.64 %

Gamuda Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was RM35,872 Mil.
Gamuda Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM1,665 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.


Gamuda Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Gamuda Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Gamuda 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.

Gamuda Bhd EV-to-EBIT Chart

Gamuda Bhd Annual Data
Trend Jul16 Jul17 Jul18 Jul19 Jul20 Jul21 Jul22 Jul23 Jul24 Jul25
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 13.08 11.69 13.22 21.18 25.40

Gamuda Bhd Quarterly Data
Jul21 Oct21 Jan22 Apr22 Jul22 Oct22 Jan23 Apr23 Jul23 Oct23 Jan24 Apr24 Jul24 Oct24 Jan25 Apr25 Jul25 Oct25 Jan26 Apr26
EV-to-EBIT Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 21.58 25.40 24.93 22.53 21.55

XKLS:5398 vs PWR, FIX, EME: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Gamuda 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.


Gamuda Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Construction Industry

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

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


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Gamuda Bhd EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=35894.748/1664.523
=21.56

Gamuda Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM35,895 Mil.
Gamuda Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM1,665 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 21.56 mean?
Gamuda Bhd (XKLS:5398) has a EV-to-EBIT of 21.56 as of Aug. 15, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Gamuda Bhd and its competitors. This is 15% above median its historical median of 18.71. Over the past decade, Gamuda Bhd's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 9.47 to 27.61. According to the industry distribution chart, Gamuda Bhd ranks #1079 out of 1424 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 75.8%.
Is Gamuda Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Gamuda Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 21.56 is 15% above median its 10-year median of 18.71. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.47 to a high of 27.61. The Construction industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.95. Gamuda Bhd's value of 21.56 is 96.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Gamuda Bhd ranks #1079 out of 1424 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Gamuda Bhd has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Gamuda Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Gamuda Bhd ranks #1079 out of 1424 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Gamuda Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.95. Gamuda Bhd's value of 21.56 is 96.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Gamuda Bhd's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 9.47 to 27.61 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 18.71 vs. the industry median of 10.95, Gamuda 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 10.95, based on 1,424 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. Gamuda Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 21.56 is 96.9% 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 Gamuda Bhd and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 10.95 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Gamuda Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is 21.56, which is 15% above median its own 10-year median of 18.71. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Gamuda Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gamuda Bhd (XKLS:5398) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM4.93, compared to a current price of RM4.41 — trading 10.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 21.56, which is 15% above median its 10-year median of 18.71 and 96.9% above the Construction industry median of 10.95. Gamuda Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 with 8 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 Gamuda Bhd (XKLS:5398), the current EV-to-EBIT is 21.56 as of Aug. 15, 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 Gamuda Bhd (XKLS:5398) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gamuda Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM4.41 is trading 10.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM4.93. GuruFocus considers Gamuda Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5398:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 21.56 (15% above median its 10-year median of 18.71)
  • GF Value™: RM4.93 vs. price of RM4.41 (10.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 96.9% above the Construction median (#1079 of 1424)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5398 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Gamuda Bhd Business Description

Address No. 8, Jalan PJU8/8A, Menara Gamuda, D-16-01, Block D, PJ Trade Centre, Bandar Damansara Perdana, Petaling Jaya, SGR, MYS, 47820
Gamuda Bhd is principally into investment holding and civil engineering construction. The company's business activities include: Engineering and Construction, Property Development, Renewable Energy, and Technology and Digitalisation. Its reportable segments are: (i) Engineering and construction-the construction of highways and bridges, airfield facilities, railway, tunnel, water treatment plants, dams, general and trading services related to construction activities and the management of water supply; and (ii) Property development and club operations - the development of residential and commercial properties and club operations. The majority of the revenue is generated from the Engineering and Construction segment.
84GF Score

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