Manulife Holdings Bhd (XKLS:1058) EV-to-EBITDA: 1.48 (As of Aug. 17, 2026) — 57% Below Median

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XKLS:1058 Manulife Holdings Bhd XKLS:1058
64 GF Score
Price RM2.37
GF Value RM2.51
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Manulife Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

Manulife Holdings Bhd XKLS:1058 +0.42% 64 EV-to-EBITDA is 1.48 as of Aug. 17, 2026, which is 57% below its 10-year median of 3.48. GuruFocus rates XKLS:1058 with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of RM2.51 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 347 Insurance companies, Manulife Holdings Bhd ranks better than 95.39% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Manulife Holdings Bhd's enterprise value is RM261.9 Mil. Manulife Holdings Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM177.0 Mil. Therefore, Manulife Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 1.48.

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

XKLS:1058' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.97   Med: 3.48   Max: 13.61
Current: 1.48

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Manulife Holdings Bhd was 13.61. The lowest was 0.97. And the median was 3.48.

XKLS:1058's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
95.39% of 347 companies
in the Insurance industry
Industry Median: 8.11 vs XKLS:1058: 1.48

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 (2026-08-17), Manulife Holdings Bhd's stock price is RM2.37. Manulife Holdings Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM0.541. Therefore, Manulife Holdings Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 4.38.

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


Manulife Holdings Bhd  (XKLS:1058) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2.37/0.541
=4.38

Manulife Holdings Bhd's share price for today is RM2.37.
Manulife 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 RM0.541.

* 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?


Manulife Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Manulife Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Manulife 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.

Manulife Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Manulife Holdings Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Manulife Holdings Bhd Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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XKLS:1058 vs AFL, MET, PRU: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Insurance - Life subindustry, Manulife 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.


Manulife Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Insurance Industry

For the Insurance industry and Financial Services sector, Manulife Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Manulife Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=261.940/177.028
=1.48

Manulife Holdings Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM261.9 Mil.
Manulife 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 RM177.0 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 1.48 mean?
Manulife Holdings Bhd (XKLS:1058) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 1.48 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 Manulife Holdings Bhd. This is 57% below median its historical median of 3.48. Over the past decade, Manulife Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 0.97 to 13.61. According to the industry distribution chart, Manulife Holdings Bhd ranks #16 out of 347 companies in the Insurance industry, placing it in the top 4.6%.
Is Manulife Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Manulife Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 1.48 is 57% below median its 10-year median of 3.48. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.97 to a high of 13.61. The Insurance industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.11. Manulife Holdings Bhd's value of 1.48 is 81.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Manulife Holdings Bhd ranks #16 out of 347 companies in the Insurance industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Manulife Holdings Bhd has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Manulife Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to AFL and MET?
According to the Insurance industry distribution chart, Manulife Holdings Bhd ranks #16 out of 347 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Manulife Holdings Bhd in the top 5% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.11. Manulife Holdings Bhd's value of 1.48 is 81.8% below this benchmark. Historically, Manulife Holdings Bhd's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 0.97 to 13.61 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 3.48 vs. the industry median of 8.11, Manulife Holdings 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 Insurance company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Insurance companies is 8.11, based on 347 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. Manulife Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 1.48 is 81.8% 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 Manulife Holdings Bhd. For the Insurance industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.11 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Manulife Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 1.48, which is 57% below median its own 10-year median of 3.48. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Manulife Holdings Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Manulife Holdings Bhd (XKLS:1058) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM2.51, compared to a current price of RM2.37 — trading 5.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 1.48, which is 57% below median its 10-year median of 3.48 and 81.8% below the Insurance industry median of 8.11. Manulife Holdings Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 64/100 with 3 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 Manulife Holdings Bhd (XKLS:1058), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 1.48 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.

Is Manulife Holdings Bhd (XKLS:1058) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Manulife Holdings Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM2.37 is trading 5.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM2.51. GuruFocus considers Manulife Holdings Bhd to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:1058:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 1.48 (57% below median its 10-year median of 3.48)
  • GF Value™: RM2.51 vs. price of RM2.37 (5.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 64/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 81.8% below the Insurance median (#16 of 347)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:1058 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Manulife Holdings Bhd Business Description

Address 6 Jalan Gelenggang, Damansara Heights, 16th Floor, Menara Manulife, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 50490
Manulife Holdings Bhd is an investment holding company that is engaged in the business of life insurance business, management of unit trust funds, private retirement scheme funds, investment, and fund management. The company operates through Investment Holding, Life Insurance and Asset Management Services segments. The investment holding segment includes Investment holding operations and other segments; Life insurance segment includes underwriting of Participating life and Non-participating life insurance and unit-linked products; and Asset management services include asset management, unit trust, private retirement scheme funds. The group's principal revenue source is from the Life insurance business segment.
64GF Score

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