Cekd Bhd (XKLS:0238) EV-to-EBITDA: 3.65 (As of Aug. 18, 2026) — 46% Below Median

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XKLS:0238 Cekd Bhd XKLS:0238
55 GF Score
Price RM0.30
GF Value RM0.51
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is Cekd Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

Cekd Bhd XKLS:0238 +1.72% 55 EV-to-EBITDA is 3.65 as of Aug. 18, 2026, which is 46% below its 10-year median of 6.71. GuruFocus rates XKLS:0238 with a GF Score™ of 55/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.51 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 2,470 Industrial Products companies, Cekd Bhd ranks better than 92.63% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Cekd Bhd's enterprise value is RM47.01 Mil. Cekd Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was RM12.89 Mil. Therefore, Cekd Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 3.65.

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

XKLS:0238' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.15   Med: 6.71   Max: 86.6
Current: 3.65

During the past 8 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Cekd Bhd was 86.60. The lowest was 2.15. And the median was 6.71.

XKLS:0238's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
92.63% of 2470 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 16.32 vs XKLS:0238: 3.65

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), Cekd Bhd's stock price is RM0.295. Cekd Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was RM0.035. Therefore, Cekd Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 8.43.

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


Cekd Bhd  (XKLS:0238) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.295/0.035
=8.43

Cekd Bhd's share price for today is RM0.295.
Cekd Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM0.035.

* 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?


Cekd Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Cekd Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Cekd 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.

Cekd Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Cekd Bhd Annual Data
Trend Aug18 Aug19 Aug20 Aug21 Aug22 Aug23 Aug24 Aug25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 0.00 9.72 7.40 5.75 3.50

Cekd Bhd Quarterly Data
Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Aug24 Nov24 Feb25 May25 Aug25 Nov25 Feb26 May26
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XKLS:0238 vs CRS, ATI, MLI: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Metal Fabrication subindustry, Cekd 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.


Cekd Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Cekd Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Cekd Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=47.009/12.893
=3.65

Cekd Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM47.01 Mil.
Cekd Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM12.89 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 3.65 mean?
Cekd Bhd (XKLS:0238) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 3.65 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 Cekd Bhd. This is 46% below median its historical median of 6.71. Over the past decade, Cekd Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.15 to 86.60. According to the industry distribution chart, Cekd Bhd ranks #182 out of 2470 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 7.4%.
Is Cekd Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Cekd Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.65 is 46% below median its 10-year median of 6.71. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.15 to a high of 86.60. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 16.32. Cekd Bhd's value of 3.65 is 77.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cekd Bhd ranks #182 out of 2470 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Cekd Bhd has a GF Score™ of 55/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cekd Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CRS and ATI?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Cekd Bhd ranks #182 out of 2470 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Cekd Bhd in the top 7% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 16.32. Cekd Bhd's value of 3.65 is 77.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Cekd Bhd's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.15 to 86.60 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.71 vs. the industry median of 16.32, Cekd 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 Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Industrial Products companies is 16.32, based on 2,470 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. Cekd Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.65 is 77.6% 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 Cekd Bhd. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 16.32 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cekd Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.65, which is 46% below median its own 10-year median of 6.71. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cekd Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cekd Bhd (XKLS:0238) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.51, compared to a current price of RM0.30 — trading 42.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.65, which is 46% below median its 10-year median of 6.71 and 77.6% below the Industrial Products industry median of 16.32. Cekd Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 55/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Cekd Bhd (XKLS:0238), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.65 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 Cekd Bhd (XKLS:0238) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cekd Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.30 is trading 42.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.51. GuruFocus considers Cekd Bhd to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:0238:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 3.65 (46% below median its 10-year median of 6.71)
  • GF Value™: RM0.51 vs. price of RM0.30 (42.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 55/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 77.6% below the Industrial Products median (#182 of 2470)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:0238 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Cekd Bhd Business Description

Address 10, Jalan 1/137B, Batu 5, Jalan Kelang Lama, Resource Industrial Centre, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 58200
Cekd Bhd is an investment holding company. Along with its subsidiaries, the company is engaged in the manufacturing of die cutting moulds and trading of related consumables, tools and accessories. The company has three reportable segments:(i) Manufacturing: Manufacturing of die cutting moulds, (ii) Trading: Trading of related consumables, tools and accessories, and (iii) Investment holding: Holding of investments in shares of subsidiaries. The majority of revenue is generated from the Manufacturing segment. Geographically, it derives maximum revenue from Malaysia.
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