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Qes Group BhdXKLS:0196 +1.71%65 EV-to-EBITDA is 11.69 as of Aug. 21, 2026, which is 7% above its 10-year median of 10.89. GuruFocus rates XKLS:0196 with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.59 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,902 Hardware companies, Qes Group Bhd ranks better than 56.1% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Qes Group Bhd's enterprise value is RM436.5 Mil.
Qes Group Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM37.3 Mil. Therefore, Qes Group Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 11.69.
The historical rank and industry rank for Qes Group Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:0196'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.06 Med: 10.89 Max: 30.85
Current: 11.69
During the past 12 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Qes Group Bhd was 30.85. The lowest was 4.06. And the median was 10.89.
XKLS:0196's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 56.1% of 1902
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 14.215
vs XKLS:0196: 11.69
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.
Qes Group Bhd (XKLS:0196) 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.
Qes Group Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Qes Group Bhd's share price for today is RM0.595.
Qes Group 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 RM0.023.
* 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 Qes Group 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.
XKLS:0196 vs SNX, ARW, AVT: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Electronics & Computer Distribution subindustry, Qes Group 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.
Qes Group Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Qes Group Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Qes Group Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Qes Group Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM436.5 Mil.
Qes Group 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 RM37.3 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.
Qes Group Bhd (XKLS:0196) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 11.69 as of Aug. 21, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Qes Group Bhd. This is near median its historical median of 10.89. Over the past decade, Qes Group Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.06 to 30.85. According to the industry distribution chart, Qes Group Bhd ranks #835 out of 1902 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 43.9%.
Is Qes Group Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Qes Group Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 11.69 is near median its 10-year median of 10.89. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.06 to a high of 30.85. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.22. Qes Group Bhd's value of 11.69 is 17.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Qes Group Bhd ranks #835 out of 1902 companies in the Hardware industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Qes Group Bhd has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Qes Group Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to SNX and ARW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Qes Group Bhd ranks #835 out of 1902 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Qes Group Bhd in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.22. Qes Group Bhd's value of 11.69 is 17.8% below this benchmark. Historically, Qes Group Bhd's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.06 to 30.85 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.89 vs. the industry median of 14.22, Qes Group 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 a Hardware company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Hardware companies is 14.22, based on 1,902 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. Qes Group Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 11.69 is 17.8% 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 Qes Group Bhd. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 14.22 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Qes Group Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 11.69, which is near median its own 10-year median of 10.89. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Qes Group Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Qes Group Bhd (XKLS:0196) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.59, compared to a current price of RM0.60 — trading 0.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 11.69, which is near median its 10-year median of 10.89 and 17.8% below the Hardware industry median of 14.22. Qes Group Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 5 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 Qes Group Bhd (XKLS:0196), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 11.69 as of Aug. 21, 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 Qes Group Bhd (XKLS:0196) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Qes Group Bhd stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of RM0.60 is trading 0.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.59.
GuruFocus considers Qes Group Bhd to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:0196:
EV-to-EBITDA: 11.69 (near median its 10-year median of 10.89)
GF Value™: RM0.59 vs. price of RM0.60 (0.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 17.8% below the Hardware median (#835 of 1902)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:0196 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Qes Group Bhd is a Malaysia-based investment holding. The company has multiple businesses that includes, the Equipment segment which derives maximum revenue includes marketing and servicing of scientific instruments. The materials and Engineering solutions distribution segment includes trading and servicing of industrial parts, equipment, and scientific instruments. The manufacturing division includes manufacturing, trading, and servicing industrial parts and equipment and providing a vision software solution for automated equipment, mechanical and electrical engineering consultancy service, and investment holding, that invests in shares.
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