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Crest Group BhdXKLS:0323 -2.50%47 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.64 as of Aug. 17, 2026, which is 18% below its 10-year median of 6.90. GuruFocus rates XKLS:0323 with a GF Score™ of 47/100. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,889 Hardware companies, Crest Group Bhd ranks better than 82.37% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Crest Group Bhd's enterprise value is RM122.0 Mil.
Crest Group Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM21.6 Mil. Therefore, Crest Group Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.64.
The historical rank and industry rank for Crest Group Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:0323'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -0.79 Med: 6.9 Max: 69.22
Current: 5.64
During the past 6 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Crest Group Bhd was 69.22. The lowest was -0.79. And the median was 6.90.
XKLS:0323's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 82.37% of 1889
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 15.4
vs XKLS:0323: 5.64
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.
Crest Group Bhd (XKLS:0323) 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.
Crest Group Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Crest Group Bhd's share price for today is RM0.195.
Crest 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 RM0.013.
* 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 Crest 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:0323 vs COHR, KEYS, GRMN: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Scientific & Technical Instruments subindustry, Crest 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.
Crest Group Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Crest Group Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Crest Group Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Crest Group Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM122.0 Mil.
Crest 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 RM21.6 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.
Crest Group Bhd (XKLS:0323) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.64 as of Aug. 17, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Crest Group Bhd. This is 18% below median its historical median of 6.90. According to the industry distribution chart, Crest Group Bhd ranks #333 out of 1889 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 17.6%.
Is Crest Group Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Crest Group Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.64 is 18% below median its 10-year median of 6.90. The Hardware industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.40. Crest Group Bhd's value of 5.64 is 63.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Crest Group Bhd ranks #333 out of 1889 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Crest Group Bhd has a GF Score™ of 47/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Crest Group Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to COHR and KEYS?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Crest Group Bhd ranks #333 out of 1889 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Crest Group Bhd in the top 18% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.40. Crest Group Bhd's value of 5.64 is 63.4% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 6.90 vs. the industry median of 15.40, Crest 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 15.40, based on 1,889 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. Crest Group Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.64 is 63.4% 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 Crest Group Bhd. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.40 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Crest Group Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.64, which is 18% below median its own 10-year median of 6.90. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Crest Group Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Crest Group Bhd (XKLS:0323) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.64. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.64, which is 18% below median its 10-year median of 6.90 and 63.4% below the Hardware industry median of 15.40. Crest Group Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 47/100 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 Crest Group Bhd (XKLS:0323), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.64 as of Aug. 17, 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.
Crest Group Bhd is an investment holding which operates through its subsidiaries. It is involved in the provision of imaging, analytical, and test solutions. It provides solutions to Semiconductors, Academia & Institute, Automotive, Aviation, Healthcare & Life Science, Electrical & Electronics, Oil & Gas, Manufacturing & Fabrication, Electrical & Electronics, Food & Beverage, Defense & Security, Power & Renewable Energy industries. It has two business segments: Provision of imaging, analytical, test solutions, and after-sales services, and Others. Key revenue is generated from the Provision of imaging, analytical, and test solutions, which include offering pre-sales consulting, sales, and customisation of equipment, installation and commissioning, user training, and Others.
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