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Kelsian GroupASX:KLS -1.40%92 EV-to-EBITDA is 6.95 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 37% below its 10-year median of 10.98. GuruFocus rates ASX:KLS with a GF Score™ of 92/100 and a GF Value™ of A$6.03 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 901 Transportation companies, Kelsian Group ranks better than 61.49% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Kelsian Group's enterprise value is A$2,099 Mil.
Kelsian Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$302 Mil. Therefore, Kelsian Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 6.95.
The historical rank and industry rank for Kelsian Group's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
ASX:KLS'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.84 Med: 10.98 Max: 32.09
Current: 6.96
During the past 12 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Kelsian Group was 32.09. The lowest was 5.84. And the median was 10.98.
ASX:KLS's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 61.49% of 901
companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 8.7
vs ASX:KLS: 6.96
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Kelsian Group (ASX:KLS) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Kelsian Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Kelsian Group's share price for today is A$4.22.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Kelsian Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$0.245.
* 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.
Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).
The historical data trend for Kelsian Group's EV-to-EBITDA 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.
For the Railroads subindustry, Kelsian Group's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA 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.
Kelsian Group EV-to-EBITDA vs Transportation Industry
For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Kelsian Group's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Kelsian Group's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Kelsian Group's current Enterprise Value is A$2,099 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Kelsian Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$302 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.
Kelsian Group (ASX:KLS) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 6.95 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Kelsian Group. This is 37% below median its historical median of 10.98. Over the past decade, Kelsian Group's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.84 to 32.09. According to the industry distribution chart, Kelsian Group ranks #347 out of 901 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 38.5%.
Is Kelsian Group's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Kelsian Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.95 is 37% below median its 10-year median of 10.98. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.84 to a high of 32.09. The Transportation industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.70. Kelsian Group's value of 6.95 is 20.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kelsian Group ranks #347 out of 901 companies in the Transportation industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Kelsian Group has a GF Score™ of 92/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kelsian Group's EV-to-EBITDA compare to UNP and CSX?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Kelsian Group ranks #347 out of 901 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Kelsian Group in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.70. Kelsian Group's value of 6.95 is 20.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Kelsian Group's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.84 to 32.09 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.98 vs. the industry median of 8.70, Kelsian Group 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-EBITDA for a Transportation company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Transportation companies is 8.70, based on 901 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Kelsian Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.95 is 20.1% 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-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Kelsian Group. For the Transportation industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.70 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kelsian Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.95, which is 37% below median its own 10-year median of 10.98. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kelsian Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kelsian Group (ASX:KLS) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is A$6.03, compared to a current price of A$4.22 — trading 30% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.95, which is 37% below median its 10-year median of 10.98 and 20.1% below the Transportation industry median of 8.70. Kelsian Group's overall GF Score™ is 92/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Kelsian Group (ASX:KLS), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.95 as of Jul. 14, 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 Kelsian Group (ASX:KLS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kelsian Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of A$4.22 is trading 30% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$6.03.
GuruFocus considers Kelsian Group to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for ASX:KLS:
EV-to-EBITDA: 6.95 (37% below median its 10-year median of 10.98)
GF Value™: A$6.03 vs. price of A$4.22 (30% below fair value)
Industry Position: 20.1% below the Transportation median (#347 of 901)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:KLS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Kelsian operates public transport bus services throughout Australia, Singapore, and the UK on behalf of state governments. In the private sector, the group provides commuter transport services to resource companies, corporates, and education providers in Australia and the United States. Kelsian also provides marine transportation and a variety of tourism-related services throughout Australia, including ferry services, leisure cruises, accommodation, bus tours, and packaged holidays. In February 2026, Kelsian announced it had entered into an agreement to divest the leisure-centric tourism assets.
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