Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd (XKLS:0160) EV-to-EBITDA: 15.35 (As of Aug. 12, 2026) — 173% Above Median

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XKLS:0160 Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd XKLS:0160
31 GF Score
Price RM0.11
GF Value RM0.26
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd XKLS:0160 31 EV-to-EBITDA is 15.35 as of Aug. 12, 2026, which is 173% above its 10-year median of 5.62. GuruFocus rates XKLS:0160 with a GF Score™ of 31/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.26 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 770 Oil & Gas companies, Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd ranks worse than 81.04% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's enterprise value is RM287.1 Mil. Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM18.7 Mil. Therefore, Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 15.35.

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

XKLS:0160' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.37   Med: 5.62   Max: 17.9
Current: 15.36

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd was 17.90. The lowest was 2.37. And the median was 5.62.

XKLS:0160's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
81.04% of 770 companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 7.49 vs XKLS:0160: 15.36

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 (2026-08-12), Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's stock price is RM0.105. Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM0.010. Therefore, Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 10.50.

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


Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd  (XKLS:0160) 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.

Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.105/0.010
=10.50

Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's share price for today is RM0.105.
Hiap Huat Holdings 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 RM0.010.

* 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).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hiap Huat Holdings 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.

Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 5.60 3.30 3.75 15.02 15.48

Hiap Huat Holdings 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 15.12 15.80 12.99 15.48 15.57

XKLS:0160 vs MPC, VLO, PSX: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing subindustry, Hiap Huat Holdings 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.


Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=287.105/18.698
=15.35

Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM287.1 Mil.
Hiap Huat Holdings 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 RM18.7 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 15.35 mean?
Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd (XKLS:0160) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 15.35 as of Aug. 12, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd. This is 173% above median its historical median of 5.62. Over the past decade, Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.37 to 17.90. According to the industry distribution chart, Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd ranks #624 out of 770 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 81%.
Is Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 15.35 is 173% above median its 10-year median of 5.62. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.37 to a high of 17.90. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.49. Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's value of 15.35 is 104.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd ranks #624 out of 770 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd has a GF Score™ of 31/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to MPC and VLO?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd ranks #624 out of 770 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.49. Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's value of 15.35 is 104.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.37 to 17.90 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.62 vs. the industry median of 7.49, Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd has consistently been above 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 Oil & Gas company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Oil & Gas companies is 7.49, based on 770 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. Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 15.35 is 104.9% 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 Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.49 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 15.35, which is 173% above median its own 10-year median of 5.62. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd (XKLS:0160) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.26, compared to a current price of RM0.11 — trading 59.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 15.35, which is 173% above median its 10-year median of 5.62 and 104.9% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 7.49. Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 31/100 with 7 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 Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd (XKLS:0160), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 15.35 as of Aug. 12, 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 Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd (XKLS:0160) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.11 is trading 59.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.26. GuruFocus considers Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:0160:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 15.35 (173% above median its 10-year median of 5.62)
  • GF Value™: RM0.26 vs. price of RM0.11 (59.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 31/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 104.9% above the Oil & Gas median (#624 of 770)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:0160 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address Jalan Sungai Pinang 5/3, Lot 102521, Fasa 2, Kawasan Perindustrian Pulau Indah, Pulau Indah, SGR, MYS, 42920
Hiap Huat Holdings Bhd, through its subsidiaries, is engaged in manufacturing, recycling, and refining petroleum-based products. The company is involved in various industries, such as scheduled waste management, oil and gas, petrochemicals, and laboratory services. The company has one operating segment that comprises mainly the manufacturing, recycling, and refining of all kinds of petroleum-based products. Geographically, it derives maximum revenue from Singapore and also generates revenue from Vietnam, Italy, Finland, and Singapore. Its products include Fuel Oil, Base Oil, Petrochemicals, Lubricants, Grease, Paint, Refined Used Cooking Oil, Refined POME Oil, Refined Palm Acid Oil, and Container.
31GF Score

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