Hla Group (SHSE:600398) EV-to-EBITDA: 8.62 (As of Sep. 15, 2026) — 12% Above Median

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SHSE:600398 Hla Group Corp Ltd SHSE:600398
89 GF Score
Price ¥5.92
GF Value ¥7.54
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Hla Group EV-to-EBITDA?

Hla Group SHSE:600398 -1.00% 89 EV-to-EBITDA is 8.62 as of Sep. 15, 2026, which is 12% above its 10-year median of 7.72. GuruFocus rates SHSE:600398 with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥7.54 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 889 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies, Hla Group ranks better than 54.11% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Hla Group's enterprise value is ¥23,359 Mil. Hla Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was ¥2,711 Mil. Therefore, Hla Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 8.62.

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

SHSE:600398' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.47   Med: 7.72   Max: 13.01
Current: 8.62

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Hla Group was 13.01. The lowest was 3.47. And the median was 7.72.

SHSE:600398's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
54.11% of 889 companies
in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry
Industry Median: 9.22 vs SHSE:600398: 8.62

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 (2026-09-15), Hla Group's stock price is ¥5.92. Hla Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was ¥0.429. Therefore, Hla Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 13.80.

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


Hla Group  (SHSE:600398) 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.

Hla Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=5.92/0.429
=13.80

Hla Group's share price for today is ¥5.92.
Hla Group'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 ¥0.429.

* 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?


Hla Group EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Hla Group EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hla 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.

Hla Group EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Hla Group Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Hla Group Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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SHSE:600398 vs RL, LEVI, VFC: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Apparel Manufacturing subindustry, Hla 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.


Hla Group EV-to-EBITDA vs Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories Industry

For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Hla Group's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hla Group's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Hla Group EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Hla Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=23358.517/2711.083
=8.62

Hla Group's current Enterprise Value is ¥23,359 Mil.
Hla Group'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 ¥2,711 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 8.62 mean?
Hla Group (SHSE:600398) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 8.62 as of Sep. 15, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Hla Group. This is 12% above median its historical median of 7.72. Over the past decade, Hla Group's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.47 to 13.01. According to the industry distribution chart, Hla Group ranks #408 out of 889 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, placing it in the top 45.9%.
Is Hla Group's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Hla Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.62 is 12% above median its 10-year median of 7.72. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.47 to a high of 13.01. The Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.22. Hla Group's value of 8.62 is 6.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hla Group ranks #408 out of 889 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Hla Group has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hla Group's EV-to-EBITDA compare to RL and LEVI?
According to the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry distribution chart, Hla Group ranks #408 out of 889 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Hla Group in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.22. Hla Group's value of 8.62 is 6.5% below this benchmark. Historically, Hla Group's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.47 to 13.01 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.72 vs. the industry median of 9.22, Hla 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 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies is 9.22, based on 889 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. Hla Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.62 is 6.5% 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 Hla Group. For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.22 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hla Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.62, which is 12% above median its own 10-year median of 7.72. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hla Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hla Group (SHSE:600398) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥7.54, compared to a current price of ¥5.92 — trading 21.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.62, which is 12% above median its 10-year median of 7.72 and 6.5% below the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median of 9.22. Hla Group's overall GF Score™ is 89/100 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 Hla Group (SHSE:600398), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.62 as of Sep. 15, 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 Hla Group (SHSE:600398) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hla Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ¥5.92 is trading 21.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of ¥7.54. GuruFocus considers Hla Group to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SHSE:600398:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 8.62 (12% above median its 10-year median of 7.72)
  • GF Value™: ¥7.54 vs. price of ¥5.92 (21.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 89/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 6.5% below the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories median (#408 of 889)

No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:600398 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hla Group Business Description

Address Xinqiao Town, Jiangsu Province, Jiangyin, CHN, 214421
Hla Group Corp Ltd is a Chinese clothing company. Its businesses include the operation of brand clothes, the production, and sales of upscale suits and professional clothing. Its brand clothing management includes brand management, supply chain management, and marketing network management. The company operates product brands including HLA, HLA Group Buying, OVV, Yingshi YeeHoO, and HLA Optimal Selection. The company offers men's clothing, women's clothing, and accessories.
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