Hextar Retail Bhd (XKLS:7202) EV-to-EBIT: -120.50 (As of Aug. 11, 2026)

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XKLS:7202 Hextar Retail Bhd XKLS:7202
46 GF Score
Price RM0.40
GF Value RM0.65
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Hextar Retail Bhd EV-to-EBIT?

Hextar Retail Bhd XKLS:7202 -1.23% 46 EV-to-EBIT is -120.50 as of Aug. 11, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:7202 with a GF Score™ of 46/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.65 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 194 Forest Products companies, Hextar Retail Bhd ranks worse than 515463.4% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Hextar Retail Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM245.95 Mil. Hextar Retail Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-2.04 Mil. Therefore, Hextar Retail Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is -120.50.

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

XKLS:7202' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -147.79   Med: 12.66   Max: 1310.22
Current: -120.5

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Hextar Retail Bhd was 1310.22. The lowest was -147.79. And the median was 12.66.

XKLS:7202's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
100% of 194 companies
in the Forest Products industry
Industry Median: 14.75 vs XKLS:7202: -120.50

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Hextar Retail Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM268.23 Mil. Hextar Retail Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-2.04 Mil. Hextar Retail Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was -0.76%.


Hextar Retail Bhd  (XKLS:7202) 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) %.

Hextar Retail 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 )
=-2.041/268.23315
=-0.76 %

Hextar Retail Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM268.23 Mil.
Hextar Retail 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 RM-2.04 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.


Hextar Retail Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Hextar Retail Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hextar Retail 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.

Hextar Retail Bhd EV-to-EBIT Chart

Hextar Retail Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Hextar Retail Bhd Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 118.79 349.93 74.31 -127.24 -131.42

XKLS:7202 vs SSD, UFPI, BCC: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Lumber & Wood Production subindustry, Hextar Retail 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.


Hextar Retail Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Forest Products Industry

For the Forest Products industry and Basic Materials sector, Hextar Retail Bhd's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Hextar Retail Bhd EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=245.950/-2.041
=-120.50

Hextar Retail Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM245.95 Mil.
Hextar Retail 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 RM-2.04 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 -120.50 mean?
Hextar Retail Bhd (XKLS:7202) has a EV-to-EBIT of -120.50 as of Aug. 11, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Hextar Retail Bhd and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Hextar Retail Bhd ranks #999999 out of 194 companies in the Forest Products industry.
Is Hextar Retail Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Hextar Retail Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is -120.50. Based on the distribution chart, Hextar Retail Bhd ranks #999999 out of 194 companies in the Forest Products industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Hextar Retail Bhd has a GF Score™ of 46/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hextar Retail Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to SSD and UFPI?
According to the Forest Products industry distribution chart, Hextar Retail Bhd ranks #999999 out of 194 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Hextar Retail Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 14.75. 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 Forest Products company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Forest Products companies is 14.75, based on 194 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. 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 Hextar Retail Bhd and its competitors. For the Forest Products industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 14.75 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hextar Retail Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is -120.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hextar Retail Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hextar Retail Bhd (XKLS:7202) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.65, compared to a current price of RM0.40 — trading 38.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is -120.50. Hextar Retail Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 46/100 with 4 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 Hextar Retail Bhd (XKLS:7202), the current EV-to-EBIT is -120.50 as of Aug. 11, 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 Hextar Retail Bhd (XKLS:7202) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hextar Retail Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.40 is trading 38.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.65. GuruFocus considers Hextar Retail Bhd to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:7202:

  • EV-to-EBIT: -120.50
  • GF Value™: RM0.65 vs. price of RM0.40 (38.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 46/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:7202 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hextar Retail Bhd Business Description

Address Lot 12, Jalan RP3, Taman Rawang Perdana, Rawang, SGR, MYS, 48000
Hextar Retail Bhd is engaged in the manufacturing of wooden picture frame mouldings (WPFM) and wooden pallets. It is engaged in two business segments: WPFM includes the manufacture and sale of wooden picture frame mouldings and other timber products. Retail segment operate restaurant and cafe, beverage store, convenient store and health and beauty store. Its products are exported to North America, Australia, Europe, and Japan.
46GF Score

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