JcbNext Bhd (XKLS:0058) EV-to-EBITDA: 1.98 (As of Aug. 16, 2026) — 54% Below Median

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XKLS:0058 JcbNext Bhd XKLS:0058
88 GF Score
Price RM1.84
GF Value RM2.72
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is JcbNext Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

JcbNext Bhd XKLS:0058 +3.37% 88 EV-to-EBITDA is 1.98 as of Aug. 16, 2026, which is 54% below its 10-year median of 4.28. GuruFocus rates XKLS:0058 with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of RM2.72 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 512 Asset Management companies, JcbNext Bhd ranks better than 83.4% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, JcbNext Bhd's enterprise value is RM81.85 Mil. JcbNext Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM41.34 Mil. Therefore, JcbNext Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 1.98.

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

XKLS:0058' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -69.86   Med: 4.28   Max: 122.37
Current: 1.98

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of JcbNext Bhd was 122.37. The lowest was -69.86. And the median was 4.28.

XKLS:0058's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
83.4% of 512 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 8.535 vs XKLS:0058: 1.98

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 (2026-08-16), JcbNext Bhd's stock price is RM1.84. JcbNext Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM0.312. Therefore, JcbNext Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 5.90.

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


JcbNext Bhd  (XKLS:0058) 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.

JcbNext Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.84/0.312
=5.90

JcbNext Bhd's share price for today is RM1.84.
JcbNext Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) 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 RM0.312.

* 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?


JcbNext Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


JcbNext Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for JcbNext Bhd'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.

JcbNext Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

JcbNext Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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JcbNext Bhd Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA 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 2.28 2.29 1.79 2.00 1.54

XKLS:0058 vs BLK, BX, KKR: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, JcbNext Bhd'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.


JcbNext Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Asset Management Industry

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

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


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JcbNext Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

JcbNext Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=81.847/41.336
=1.98

JcbNext Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM81.85 Mil.
JcbNext Bhd's EBITDA 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 RM41.34 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 1.98 mean?
JcbNext Bhd (XKLS:0058) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 1.98 as of Aug. 16, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on JcbNext Bhd. This is 54% below median its historical median of 4.28. According to the industry distribution chart, JcbNext Bhd ranks #85 out of 512 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 16.6%.
Is JcbNext Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
JcbNext Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 1.98 is 54% below median its 10-year median of 4.28. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.54. JcbNext Bhd's value of 1.98 is 76.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, JcbNext Bhd ranks #85 out of 512 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, JcbNext Bhd has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does JcbNext Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, JcbNext Bhd ranks #85 out of 512 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places JcbNext Bhd in the top 17% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.54. JcbNext Bhd's value of 1.98 is 76.8% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 4.28 vs. the industry median of 8.54, JcbNext Bhd 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 8.54, based on 512 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. JcbNext Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 1.98 is 76.8% 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 JcbNext Bhd. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.54 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. JcbNext Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 1.98, which is 54% below median its own 10-year median of 4.28. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is JcbNext Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, JcbNext Bhd (XKLS:0058) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM2.72, compared to a current price of RM1.84 — trading 32.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 1.98, which is 54% below median its 10-year median of 4.28 and 76.8% below the Asset Management industry median of 8.54. JcbNext Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 88/100 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 JcbNext Bhd (XKLS:0058), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 1.98 as of Aug. 16, 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 JcbNext Bhd (XKLS:0058) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, JcbNext Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM1.84 is trading 32.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM2.72. GuruFocus considers JcbNext Bhd to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:0058:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 1.98 (54% below median its 10-year median of 4.28)
  • GF Value™: RM2.72 vs. price of RM1.84 (32.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 88/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 76.8% below the Asset Management median (#85 of 512)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:0058 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


JcbNext Bhd Business Description

Address Lorong Medan Tuanku 1, No. 27, Off Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, MYS, 50300
JcbNext Bhd is an investment holding company. The company's operating segment includes Investment Holding and Others. Its Investment holding segment includes equity investments, property investments, treasury investments, investment in associates, and property leasing. The other segment includes online advertising and contract staffing. It generates maximum revenue from the Investment holding segment.
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