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FSTKBSX +5.26%10 EV-to-EBITDA is 24.48 as of Sep. 09, 2026. GuruFocus rates KBSX with a GF Score™ of 10/100. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 699 Travel & Leisure companies, FST ranks worse than 82.69% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, FST's enterprise value is $73.71 Mil.
FST's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $3.01 Mil. Therefore, FST's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 24.48.
The historical rank and industry rank for FST's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
KBSX'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -160.01 Med: -21.95 Max: 44.41
Current: 24.48
During the past 4 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of FST was 44.41. The lowest was -160.01. And the median was -21.95.
KBSX's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 82.69% of 699
companies
in the Travel & Leisure industry
Industry Median: 9.51
vs KBSX: 24.48
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.
As of today (2026-09-09), FST's stock price is $1.00.
FST's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-0.010. Therefore, FST's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
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.
FST's share price for today is $1.00.
FST's Earnings per Share (Diluted) 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 $-0.010.
* 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 FST'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 Leisure subindustry, FST'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.
FST EV-to-EBITDA vs Travel & Leisure Industry
For the Travel & Leisure industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, FST's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where FST's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
FST's current Enterprise Value is $73.71 Mil.
FST's EBITDA 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 $3.01 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.
FST (KBSX) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 24.48 as of Sep. 09, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on FST. According to the industry distribution chart, FST ranks #578 out of 699 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, placing it in the top 82.7%.
Is FST's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
FST's current EV-to-EBITDA is 24.48. The Travel & Leisure industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.51. FST's value of 24.48 is 157.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, FST ranks #578 out of 699 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, FST has a GF Score™ of 10/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does FST's EV-to-EBITDA compare to NOMA and PRKA?
According to the Travel & Leisure industry distribution chart, FST ranks #578 out of 699 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places FST in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.51. FST's value of 24.48 is 157.4% above this benchmark. 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 Travel & Leisure company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Travel & Leisure companies is 9.51, based on 699 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. FST's current EV-to-EBITDA of 24.48 is 157.4% 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-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 FST. For the Travel & Leisure industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.51 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. FST's current EV-to-EBITDA is 24.48. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is FST stock overvalued right now?
FST (KBSX) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 24.48. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 24.48 and 157.4% above the Travel & Leisure industry median of 9.51. FST's overall GF Score™ is 10/100 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-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For FST (KBSX), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 24.48 as of Sep. 09, 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.
FST Corp is a renowned manufacturer and innovator in the golf industry with a growing portfolio of creative golf products, including acclaimed golf club shafts and other equipment. The Company has engaged in the research, development, manufacturing, and sales of golf club shafts. The Company currently produces and sells golf club shafts under the Company's own high performance KBS golf club shaft brand, and serves as an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and original design manufacturer (ODM) for other world-renowned golf equipment brands, golf equipment OEMs, and golf equipment distributors that provide consumers with customized golf club services.
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