Hotung Investment Holdings (SGX:BLS) EV-to-EBITDA: 5.61 (As of Aug. 18, 2026) — 14% Above Median

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SGX:BLS Hotung Investment Holdings Ltd SGX:BLS
67 GF Score
Price S$1.60
GF Value S$3.39
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is Hotung Investment Holdings EV-to-EBITDA?

Hotung Investment Holdings SGX:BLS 67 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.61 as of Aug. 18, 2026, which is 14% above its 10-year median of 4.90. GuruFocus rates SGX:BLS with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of S$3.39 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 511 Asset Management companies, Hotung Investment Holdings ranks better than 66.54% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Hotung Investment Holdings's enterprise value is S$67.19 Mil. Hotung Investment Holdings's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was S$11.98 Mil. Therefore, Hotung Investment Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.61.

The historical rank and industry rank for Hotung Investment Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

SGX:BLS' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.03   Med: 4.9   Max: 21
Current: 5.61

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Hotung Investment Holdings was 21.00. The lowest was 1.03. And the median was 4.90.

SGX:BLS's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
66.54% of 511 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 8.74 vs SGX:BLS: 5.61

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 (2026-08-18), Hotung Investment Holdings's stock price is S$1.60. Hotung Investment Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was S$0.082. Therefore, Hotung Investment Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 19.51.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


Hotung Investment Holdings  (SGX:BLS) 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.

Hotung Investment Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.60/0.082
=19.51

Hotung Investment Holdings's share price for today is S$1.60.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Hotung Investment Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was S$0.082.

* 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).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Hotung Investment Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Hotung Investment Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hotung Investment Holdings'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.

Hotung Investment Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Hotung Investment Holdings Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Hotung Investment Holdings Semi-Annual Data
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SGX:BLS vs BLK, BX, KKR: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Hotung Investment Holdings'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.


Hotung Investment Holdings EV-to-EBITDA vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Hotung Investment Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hotung Investment Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Hotung Investment Holdings EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Hotung Investment Holdings's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=67.188/11.98
=5.61

Hotung Investment Holdings's current Enterprise Value is S$67.19 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Hotung Investment Holdings's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was S$11.98 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-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.61 mean?
Hotung Investment Holdings (SGX:BLS) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.61 as of Aug. 18, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Hotung Investment Holdings. This is 14% above median its historical median of 4.90. Over the past decade, Hotung Investment Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.03 to 21.00. According to the industry distribution chart, Hotung Investment Holdings ranks #171 out of 511 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 33.5%.
Is Hotung Investment Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Hotung Investment Holdings' current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.61 is 14% above median its 10-year median of 4.90. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.03 to a high of 21.00. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.74. Hotung Investment Holdings' value of 5.61 is 35.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hotung Investment Holdings ranks #171 out of 511 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Hotung Investment Holdings has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hotung Investment Holdings' EV-to-EBITDA compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Hotung Investment Holdings ranks #171 out of 511 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Hotung Investment Holdings in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.74. Hotung Investment Holdings' value of 5.61 is 35.8% below this benchmark. Historically, Hotung Investment Holdings' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.03 to 21.00 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.90 vs. the industry median of 8.74, Hotung Investment Holdings 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 an Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Asset Management companies is 8.74, based on 511 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. Hotung Investment Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.61 is 35.8% 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 Hotung Investment Holdings. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.74 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hotung Investment Holdings's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.61, which is 14% above median its own 10-year median of 4.90. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hotung Investment Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hotung Investment Holdings (SGX:BLS) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is S$3.39, compared to a current price of S$1.60 — trading 52.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.61, which is 14% above median its 10-year median of 4.90 and 35.8% below the Asset Management industry median of 8.74. Hotung Investment Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 67/100 with 9 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 Hotung Investment Holdings (SGX:BLS), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.61 as of Aug. 18, 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 Hotung Investment Holdings (SGX:BLS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hotung Investment Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of S$1.60 is trading 52.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of S$3.39. GuruFocus considers Hotung Investment Holdings to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for SGX:BLS:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 5.61 (14% above median its 10-year median of 4.90)
  • GF Value™: S$3.39 vs. price of S$1.60 (52.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 9 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 35.8% below the Asset Management median (#171 of 511)

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


Hotung Investment Holdings Business Description

Address 261, Sung-Chiang Road, 10th Floor, Taipei, TWN
Hotung Investment Holdings Ltd is a venture capital investment company. It focuses on start-up and expansion-stage companies mainly located in Taiwan, China, and Silicon Valley. The company operates through two segments namely Investment and Fund management. Its Investment segment derives majority revenue converges on achieving capital appreciation by investing in a balanced and diversified portfolio. The Fund management segment is involved in providing investment consultancy and advisory services to entities within the group.
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