Sycal Ventures Bhd (XKLS:9717) EV-to-EBIT: 6.41 (As of Sep. 17, 2026) — 60% Below Median

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XKLS:9717 Sycal Ventures Bhd XKLS:9717
35 GF Score
Price RM0.17
GF Value RM0.18
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Sycal Ventures Bhd EV-to-EBIT?

Sycal Ventures Bhd XKLS:9717 +3.13% 35 EV-to-EBIT is 6.41 as of Sep. 17, 2026, which is 60% below its 10-year median of 15.96. GuruFocus rates XKLS:9717 with a GF Score™ of 35/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.18 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,416 Construction companies, Sycal Ventures Bhd ranks better than 76.41% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Sycal Ventures Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM83.50 Mil. Sycal Ventures Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was RM13.02 Mil. Therefore, Sycal Ventures Bhd's EV-to-EBIT for today is 6.41.

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

XKLS:9717' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.41   Med: 15.96   Max: 42.26
Current: 6.41

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Sycal Ventures Bhd was 42.26. The lowest was 6.41. And the median was 15.96.

XKLS:9717's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
76.41% of 1416 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 11.05 vs XKLS:9717: 6.41

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Sycal Ventures Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was RM87.66 Mil. Sycal Ventures Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was RM13.02 Mil. Sycal Ventures Bhd's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 14.86%.


Sycal Ventures Bhd  (XKLS:9717) 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) %.

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

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Jun. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=13.024/87.66415276
=14.86 %

Sycal Ventures Bhd's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was RM87.66 Mil.
Sycal Ventures Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM13.02 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.


Sycal Ventures Bhd EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Sycal Ventures Bhd EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sycal Ventures 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.

Sycal Ventures Bhd EV-to-EBIT Chart

Sycal Ventures Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25 Jun26
EV-to-EBIT
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Sycal Ventures Bhd Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 26.36 32.32 31.80 27.99 6.73

XKLS:9717 vs PWR, FIX, EME: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Sycal Ventures 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.


Sycal Ventures Bhd EV-to-EBIT vs Construction Industry

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

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


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Sycal Ventures Bhd EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=83.501/13.024
=6.41

Sycal Ventures Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM83.50 Mil.
Sycal Ventures Bhd's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM13.02 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 6.41 mean?
Sycal Ventures Bhd (XKLS:9717) has a EV-to-EBIT of 6.41 as of Sep. 17, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Sycal Ventures Bhd and its competitors. This is 60% below median its historical median of 15.96. Over the past decade, Sycal Ventures Bhd's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 6.41 to 42.26. According to the industry distribution chart, Sycal Ventures Bhd ranks #334 out of 1416 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 23.6%.
Is Sycal Ventures Bhd's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Sycal Ventures Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 6.41 is 60% below median its 10-year median of 15.96. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.41 to a high of 42.26. The Construction industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.05. Sycal Ventures Bhd's value of 6.41 is 42% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sycal Ventures Bhd ranks #334 out of 1416 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Sycal Ventures Bhd has a GF Score™ of 35/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sycal Ventures Bhd's EV-to-EBIT compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Sycal Ventures Bhd ranks #334 out of 1416 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Sycal Ventures Bhd in the top 24% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.05. Sycal Ventures Bhd's value of 6.41 is 42% below this benchmark. Historically, Sycal Ventures Bhd's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 6.41 to 42.26 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 15.96 vs. the industry median of 11.05, Sycal Ventures 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 Construction company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Construction companies is 11.05, based on 1,416 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. Sycal Ventures Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT of 6.41 is 42% 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 Sycal Ventures Bhd and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 11.05 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sycal Ventures Bhd's current EV-to-EBIT is 6.41, which is 60% below median its own 10-year median of 15.96. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sycal Ventures Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sycal Ventures Bhd (XKLS:9717) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.18, compared to a current price of RM0.17 — trading 8.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 6.41, which is 60% below median its 10-year median of 15.96 and 42% below the Construction industry median of 11.05. Sycal Ventures Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 35/100 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 Sycal Ventures Bhd (XKLS:9717), the current EV-to-EBIT is 6.41 as of Sep. 17, 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 Sycal Ventures Bhd (XKLS:9717) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sycal Ventures Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.17 is trading 8.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.18. GuruFocus considers Sycal Ventures Bhd to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:9717:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 6.41 (60% below median its 10-year median of 15.96)
  • GF Value™: RM0.18 vs. price of RM0.17 (8.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 35/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 42% below the Construction median (#334 of 1416)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:9717 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Sycal Ventures Bhd Business Description

Address 4 1/2 Miles, Jalan Kelang Lama, Lot 4.21, 4th Floor, Plaza Prima, Kuala Lumpur, MYS, 58200
Sycal Ventures Bhd is an investment holding company. Through its subsidiaries, the company operates as a contactor for building and civil engineering, property development and operator of convention hall facilities and turnkey contractor and operator of theme park, property investment, contractor for management and operator of plant and machinery, manufacturing and trading in ready mix concrete. The company has three reporting segments: i) Construction: Civil and building construction works, ii) Property development and management: Property development, property management and consultancy, and iii) Manufacturing and trading: Manufacturing and trading in ready-mix concrete and trading in building materials. The majority of revenue is generated from the Manufacturing and trading segment.
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