Hotelest (XMAU:HTLS) EV-to-EBIT: 8.88 (As of Jul. 20, 2026) — 14% Below Median

Author: Vera Yuan Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Director of Data and Quant Analytics at GuruFocus
Focused on building reliable datasets, financial models, and research tools for value-minded investors. Committed to turning complex data into practical guidance for value-investing and long-term wealth.
Reviewed by: Charlie Tian Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Founder & CEO of GuruFocus
Dr. Charlie Tian is the founder and CEO of GuruFocus.com, a leading global investment research platform established in 2004. With a Ph.D. in physics, Dr. Tian transitioned from science to finance, applying a data-driven, disciplined approach to value investing.

XMAU:HTLS Hotelest Ltd XMAU:HTLS
63 GF Score
Price MUR15.65
GF Value MUR18.69
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 7 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is Hotelest EV-to-EBIT?

Hotelest XMAU:HTLS 63 EV-to-EBIT is 8.88 as of Jul. 20, 2026, which is 14% below its 10-year median of 10.34. GuruFocus rates XMAU:HTLS with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of MUR18.69 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 639 Travel & Leisure companies, Hotelest ranks better than 72.3% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Hotelest's Enterprise Value is MUR13,293 Mil. Hotelest's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MUR1,497 Mil. Therefore, Hotelest's EV-to-EBIT for today is 8.88.

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

XMAU:HTLS' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -172.78   Med: 10.34   Max: 32.63
Current: 8.88

During the past 10 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Hotelest was 32.63. The lowest was -172.78. And the median was 10.34.

XMAU:HTLS's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
72.3% of 639 companies
in the Travel & Leisure industry
Industry Median: 14.4 vs XMAU:HTLS: 8.88

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Hotelest's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was MUR11,810 Mil. Hotelest's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MUR1,497 Mil. Hotelest's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 12.68%.


Hotelest  (XMAU:HTLS) 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) %.

Hotelest'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 )
=1497.056/11809.599
=12.68 %

Hotelest's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was MUR11,810 Mil.
Hotelest'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 MUR1,497 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.


Hotelest EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Hotelest EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

* Premium members only.

The historical data trend for Hotelest'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.

Hotelest EV-to-EBIT Chart

Hotelest Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -89.72 11.87 10.63 9.35 9.52

Hotelest 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 10.28 9.75 8.80 9.52 7.89

XMAU:HTLS vs MAR, HLT, H: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Lodging subindustry, Hotelest'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.


Hotelest EV-to-EBIT vs Travel & Leisure Industry

For the Travel & Leisure industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Hotelest's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

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


XMAU:HTLS
63GF Score
Hotelest Ltd XMAU:HTLS
EV-to-EBIT is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis

Hotelest EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=13292.706/1497.056
=8.88

Hotelest's current Enterprise Value is MUR13,293 Mil.
Hotelest'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 MUR1,497 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 8.88 mean?
Hotelest (XMAU:HTLS) has a EV-to-EBIT of 8.88 as of Jul. 20, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Hotelest and its competitors. This is 14% below median its historical median of 10.34. According to the industry distribution chart, Hotelest ranks #177 out of 639 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, placing it in the top 27.7%.
Is Hotelest's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Hotelest's current EV-to-EBIT of 8.88 is 14% below median its 10-year median of 10.34. The Travel & Leisure industry median EV-to-EBIT is 14.40. Hotelest's value of 8.88 is 38.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hotelest ranks #177 out of 639 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Hotelest has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hotelest's EV-to-EBIT compare to MAR and HLT?
According to the Travel & Leisure industry distribution chart, Hotelest ranks #177 out of 639 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts Hotelest in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 14.40. Hotelest's value of 8.88 is 38.3% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 10.34 vs. the industry median of 14.40, Hotelest 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 Travel & Leisure company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Travel & Leisure companies is 14.40, based on 639 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. Hotelest's current EV-to-EBIT of 8.88 is 38.3% 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 Hotelest and its competitors. For the Travel & Leisure industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 14.40 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hotelest's current EV-to-EBIT is 8.88, which is 14% below median its own 10-year median of 10.34. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hotelest stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hotelest (XMAU:HTLS) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MUR18.69, compared to a current price of MUR15.65 — trading 16.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 8.88, which is 14% below median its 10-year median of 10.34 and 38.3% below the Travel & Leisure industry median of 14.40. Hotelest's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 7 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 Hotelest (XMAU:HTLS), the current EV-to-EBIT is 8.88 as of Jul. 20, 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 Hotelest (XMAU:HTLS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hotelest stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MUR15.65 is trading 16.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of MUR18.69. GuruFocus considers Hotelest to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XMAU:HTLS:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 8.88 (14% below median its 10-year median of 10.34)
  • GF Value™: MUR18.69 vs. price of MUR15.65 (16.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 38.3% below the Travel & Leisure median (#177 of 639)

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


Hotelest Business Description

Address La Maison 1794, Constance, Centre de Flacq, MUS, 40609
Hotelest Ltd principal activity is to hold investment in Constance Hotels Services Limited. The company has presence in Mauritius, and Maldives. The company generates majority of revenue from Mauritius.
63GF Score

Get the complete analysis for XMAU:HTLS

EV-to-EBIT is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

MUR15.65
Price
MUR18.69
GF Value