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Plytec Holding BhdXKLS:0289 36 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.93 as of Aug. 16, 2026, which is 2% above its 10-year median of 7.81. GuruFocus rates XKLS:0289 with a GF Score™ of 36/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.28 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 349 Building Materials companies, Plytec Holding Bhd ranks better than 57.02% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Plytec Holding Bhd's enterprise value is RM195.4 Mil.
Plytec Holding Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM24.6 Mil. Therefore, Plytec Holding Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.93.
The historical rank and industry rank for Plytec Holding Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:0289'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.95 Med: 7.81 Max: 26.37
Current: 7.93
During the past 6 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Plytec Holding Bhd was 26.37. The lowest was 4.95. And the median was 7.81.
XKLS:0289's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 57.02% of 349
companies
in the Building Materials industry
Industry Median: 8.96
vs XKLS:0289: 7.93
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.
Plytec Holding Bhd (XKLS:0289) 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.
Plytec Holding Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Plytec Holding Bhd's share price for today is RM0.175.
Plytec Holding 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 RM-0.010.
* 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).
The historical data trend for Plytec Holding 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:0289 vs CRH, VMC, MLM: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Building Materials subindustry, Plytec Holding 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.
Plytec Holding Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Building Materials Industry
For the Building Materials industry and Basic Materials sector, Plytec Holding Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Plytec Holding Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Plytec Holding Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM195.4 Mil.
Plytec Holding 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 RM24.6 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.
Plytec Holding Bhd (XKLS:0289) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.93 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 Plytec Holding Bhd. This is near median its historical median of 7.81. Over the past decade, Plytec Holding Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.95 to 26.37. According to the industry distribution chart, Plytec Holding Bhd ranks #150 out of 349 companies in the Building Materials industry, placing it in the top 43%.
Is Plytec Holding Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Plytec Holding Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.93 is near median its 10-year median of 7.81. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.95 to a high of 26.37. The Building Materials industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.96. Plytec Holding Bhd's value of 7.93 is 11.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Plytec Holding Bhd ranks #150 out of 349 companies in the Building Materials industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Plytec Holding Bhd has a GF Score™ of 36/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Plytec Holding Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CRH and VMC?
According to the Building Materials industry distribution chart, Plytec Holding Bhd ranks #150 out of 349 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Plytec Holding Bhd in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.96. Plytec Holding Bhd's value of 7.93 is 11.5% below this benchmark. Historically, Plytec Holding Bhd's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.95 to 26.37 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.81 vs. the industry median of 8.96, Plytec Holding 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 Building Materials company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Building Materials companies is 8.96, based on 349 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. Plytec Holding Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.93 is 11.5% 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 Plytec Holding Bhd. For the Building Materials industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.96 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Plytec Holding Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.93, which is near median its own 10-year median of 7.81. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Plytec Holding Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Plytec Holding Bhd (XKLS:0289) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.28, compared to a current price of RM0.18 — trading 37.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.93, which is near median its 10-year median of 7.81 and 11.5% below the Building Materials industry median of 8.96. Plytec Holding Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 36/100 with 8 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 Plytec Holding Bhd (XKLS:0289), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.93 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 Plytec Holding Bhd (XKLS:0289) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Plytec Holding Bhd stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of RM0.18 is trading 37.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.28.
GuruFocus considers Plytec Holding Bhd to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:0289:
EV-to-EBITDA: 7.93 (near median its 10-year median of 7.81)
GF Value™: RM0.28 vs. price of RM0.18 (37.5% below fair value)
Industry Position: 11.5% below the Building Materials median (#150 of 349)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:0289 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Plytec Holding Bhd is principally involved in the provision of construction engineering solutions and trading and distribution of core and general building materials for construction projects. Its construction engineering solutions and services include CME Solutions, DDE Solutions, and PC Solutions, which are aimed at increasing the efficiency and safety in construction activities via the adoption of industrialization practices. The company's reportable segments are Construction method engineering solutions, Manufacturing, trading and distribution of building materials, Digital design and engineering solutions, Prefabricated construction solutions and Polymer material compounding and product. The majority of revenue is generated from construction method engineering solutions.
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