DRB-Hicom Bhd (XKLS:1619) EV-to-EBITDA: 1.96 (As of Aug. 19, 2026) — 53% Below Median

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XKLS:1619 DRB-Hicom Bhd XKLS:1619
78 GF Score
Price RM0.97
GF Value RM1.30
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is DRB-Hicom Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

DRB-Hicom Bhd XKLS:1619 78 EV-to-EBITDA is 1.96 as of Aug. 19, 2026, which is 53% below its 10-year median of 4.18. GuruFocus rates XKLS:1619 with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.30 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,156 Vehicles & Parts companies, DRB-Hicom Bhd ranks better than 94.38% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, DRB-Hicom Bhd's enterprise value is RM4,973 Mil. DRB-Hicom Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was RM2,541 Mil. Therefore, DRB-Hicom Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 1.96.

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

XKLS:1619' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -40.11   Med: 4.18   Max: 51.2
Current: 1.94

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of DRB-Hicom Bhd was 51.20. The lowest was -40.11. And the median was 4.18.

XKLS:1619's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
94.38% of 1156 companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 9.505 vs XKLS:1619: 1.94

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 (2026-08-19), DRB-Hicom Bhd's stock price is RM0.97. DRB-Hicom Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was RM0.206. Therefore, DRB-Hicom Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 4.71.

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


DRB-Hicom Bhd  (XKLS:1619) 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.

DRB-Hicom Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.97/0.206
=4.71

DRB-Hicom Bhd's share price for today is RM0.97.
DRB-Hicom Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM0.206.

* 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?


DRB-Hicom Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


DRB-Hicom Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for DRB-Hicom 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.

DRB-Hicom Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

DRB-Hicom Bhd Annual Data
Trend Mar16 Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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DRB-Hicom Bhd Quarterly Data
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XKLS:1619 vs TSLA, GM, F: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Auto Manufacturers subindustry, DRB-Hicom 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.


DRB-Hicom Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, DRB-Hicom Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


XKLS:1619
78GF Score
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DRB-Hicom Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=4972.638/2541.155
=1.96

DRB-Hicom Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM4,973 Mil.
DRB-Hicom Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM2,541 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 1.96 mean?
DRB-Hicom Bhd (XKLS:1619) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 1.96 as of Aug. 19, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on DRB-Hicom Bhd. This is 53% below median its historical median of 4.18. According to the industry distribution chart, DRB-Hicom Bhd ranks #65 out of 1156 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 5.6%.
Is DRB-Hicom Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
DRB-Hicom Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 1.96 is 53% below median its 10-year median of 4.18. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.51. DRB-Hicom Bhd's value of 1.96 is 79.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, DRB-Hicom Bhd ranks #65 out of 1156 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, DRB-Hicom Bhd has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does DRB-Hicom Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to TSLA and GM?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, DRB-Hicom Bhd ranks #65 out of 1156 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places DRB-Hicom Bhd in the top 6% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.51. DRB-Hicom Bhd's value of 1.96 is 79.4% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 4.18 vs. the industry median of 9.51, DRB-Hicom 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Vehicles & Parts companies is 9.51, based on 1,156 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. DRB-Hicom Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 1.96 is 79.4% 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 DRB-Hicom Bhd. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.51 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. DRB-Hicom Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 1.96, which is 53% below median its own 10-year median of 4.18. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is DRB-Hicom Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DRB-Hicom Bhd (XKLS:1619) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.30, compared to a current price of RM0.97 — trading 25.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 1.96, which is 53% below median its 10-year median of 4.18 and 79.4% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 9.51. DRB-Hicom Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 7 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 DRB-Hicom Bhd (XKLS:1619), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 1.96 as of Aug. 19, 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 DRB-Hicom Bhd (XKLS:1619) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DRB-Hicom Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.97 is trading 25.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.30. GuruFocus considers DRB-Hicom Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:1619:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 1.96 (53% below median its 10-year median of 4.18)
  • GF Value™: RM1.30 vs. price of RM0.97 (25.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 79.4% below the Vehicles & Parts median (#65 of 1156)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:1619 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


DRB-Hicom Bhd Business Description

Address No. 2, Jalan Usahawan U1/8, Level 5, Wisma DRB-HICOM, Seksyen U1, Shah Alam, SGR, MYS, 40150
DRB-Hicom Bhd is an investment holding company. Along with its subsidiaries, the company operates in the following reportable segments: Automotive, Aerospace and Defence, Postal, Banking, Services, and Properties. It generates maximum revenue from the Automotive segment, which is engaged in manufacturing, assembly, vehicle importation, pre-delivery inspection, vehicle leasing, distribution and sale of motor vehicles, motorcycles, and related spare parts and services. Geographically, the company generates a majority of its revenue from its operations within Malaysia, and also has a presence in other markets.
78GF Score

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