United Malacca Bhd (XKLS:2593) EV-to-EBITDA: 3.76 (As of Aug. 18, 2026) — 58% Below Median

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XKLS:2593 United Malacca Bhd XKLS:2593
68 GF Score
Price RM5.88
GF Value RM6.65
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is United Malacca Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

United Malacca Bhd XKLS:2593 68 EV-to-EBITDA is 3.76 as of Aug. 18, 2026, which is 58% below its 10-year median of 8.88. GuruFocus rates XKLS:2593 with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of RM6.65 (Modestly Undervalued). Among 1,646 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, United Malacca Bhd ranks better than 88.82% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, United Malacca Bhd's enterprise value is RM946.4 Mil. United Malacca Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was RM251.6 Mil. Therefore, United Malacca Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 3.76.

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

XKLS:2593' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.74   Med: 8.88   Max: 80.98
Current: 3.76

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of United Malacca Bhd was 80.98. The lowest was 3.74. And the median was 8.88.

XKLS:2593's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
88.82% of 1646 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 9.065 vs XKLS:2593: 3.76

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), United Malacca Bhd's stock price is RM5.88. United Malacca Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was RM0.690. Therefore, United Malacca Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 8.52.

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


United Malacca Bhd  (XKLS:2593) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=5.88/0.690
=8.52

United Malacca Bhd's share price for today is RM5.88.
United Malacca Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM0.690.

* 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?


United Malacca Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


United Malacca Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for United Malacca 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.

United Malacca Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

United Malacca Bhd Annual Data
Trend Apr17 Apr18 Apr19 Apr20 Apr21 Apr22 Apr23 Apr24 Apr25 Apr26
EV-to-EBITDA
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United Malacca Bhd Quarterly Data
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XKLS:2593 vs ADM, BG, TSN: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Farm Products subindustry, United Malacca 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.


United Malacca Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, United Malacca Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


XKLS:2593
68GF Score
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United Malacca Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=946.356/251.572
=3.76

United Malacca Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM946.4 Mil.
United Malacca Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM251.6 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 3.76 mean?
United Malacca Bhd (XKLS:2593) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 3.76 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 United Malacca Bhd. This is 58% below median its historical median of 8.88. Over the past decade, United Malacca Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.74 to 80.98. According to the industry distribution chart, United Malacca Bhd ranks #184 out of 1646 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 11.2%.
Is United Malacca Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
United Malacca Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.76 is 58% below median its 10-year median of 8.88. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.74 to a high of 80.98. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.07. United Malacca Bhd's value of 3.76 is 58.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, United Malacca Bhd ranks #184 out of 1646 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, United Malacca Bhd has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does United Malacca Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to ADM and BG?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, United Malacca Bhd ranks #184 out of 1646 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places United Malacca Bhd in the top 11% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.07. United Malacca Bhd's value of 3.76 is 58.5% below this benchmark. Historically, United Malacca Bhd's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.74 to 80.98 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 8.88 vs. the industry median of 9.07, United Malacca 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 9.07, based on 1,646 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. United Malacca Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.76 is 58.5% 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 United Malacca Bhd. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.07 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. United Malacca Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.76, which is 58% below median its own 10-year median of 8.88. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is United Malacca Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, United Malacca Bhd (XKLS:2593) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM6.65, compared to a current price of RM5.88 — trading 11.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.76, which is 58% below median its 10-year median of 8.88 and 58.5% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 9.07. United Malacca Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 68/100. 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 United Malacca Bhd (XKLS:2593), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.76 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 United Malacca Bhd (XKLS:2593) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, United Malacca Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM5.88 is trading 11.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM6.65. GuruFocus considers United Malacca Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:2593:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 3.76 (58% below median its 10-year median of 8.88)
  • GF Value™: RM6.65 vs. price of RM5.88 (11.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 68/100
  • Industry Position: 58.5% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#184 of 1646)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:2593 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


United Malacca Bhd Business Description

Address 6th Floor, No. 61, Jalan Melaka Raya 8, Taman Melaka Raya, Melaka, MLA, MYS, 75000
United Malacca Bhd is a Malaysia based oil palm cultivation company. The company's operating segment includes Plantation which includes cultivation of oil palm and palm oil milling and Investment holding. It generates maximum revenue from the Plantation segment. Geographically, it derives a majority revenue from Malaysia and also has a presence in Indonesia.
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