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George Kent Malaysia BhdXKLS:3204 -1.79%32 EV-to-EBITDA is 39.92 as of Aug. 18, 2026, which is 951% above its 10-year median of 3.80. GuruFocus rates XKLS:3204 with a GF Score™ of 32/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.41 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,485 Construction companies, George Kent Malaysia Bhd ranks worse than 91.78% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, George Kent Malaysia Bhd's enterprise value is RM96.1 Mil.
George Kent Malaysia Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM2.4 Mil. Therefore, George Kent Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 39.92.
The historical rank and industry rank for George Kent Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:3204'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -31.6 Med: 3.8 Max: 43.16
Current: 39.92
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of George Kent Malaysia Bhd was 43.16. The lowest was -31.60. And the median was 3.80.
XKLS:3204's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 91.78% of 1485
companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 8.91
vs XKLS:3204: 39.92
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.
George Kent Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:3204) 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.
George Kent Malaysia Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
George Kent Malaysia Bhd's share price for today is RM0.275.
George Kent Malaysia 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-0.035.
* 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).
* 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:3204 vs PWR, FIX, EME: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, George Kent Malaysia 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.
George Kent Malaysia Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Construction Industry
For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, George Kent Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where George Kent Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
George Kent Malaysia Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM96.1 Mil.
George Kent Malaysia 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 RM2.4 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.
George Kent Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:3204) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 39.92 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 George Kent Malaysia Bhd. This is 951% above median its historical median of 3.80. According to the industry distribution chart, George Kent Malaysia Bhd ranks #1363 out of 1485 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 91.8%.
Is George Kent Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
George Kent Malaysia Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 39.92 is 951% above median its 10-year median of 3.80. The Construction industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.91. George Kent Malaysia Bhd's value of 39.92 is 348% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, George Kent Malaysia Bhd ranks #1363 out of 1485 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, George Kent Malaysia Bhd has a GF Score™ of 32/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does George Kent Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, George Kent Malaysia Bhd ranks #1363 out of 1485 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places George Kent Malaysia Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.91. George Kent Malaysia Bhd's value of 39.92 is 348% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 3.80 vs. the industry median of 8.91, George Kent Malaysia Bhd has consistently been above 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 Construction company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Construction companies is 8.91, based on 1,485 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. George Kent Malaysia Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 39.92 is 348% above 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 George Kent Malaysia Bhd. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.91 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. George Kent Malaysia Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 39.92, which is 951% above median its own 10-year median of 3.80. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is George Kent Malaysia Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, George Kent Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:3204) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.41, compared to a current price of RM0.28 — trading 32.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 39.92, which is 951% above median its 10-year median of 3.80 and 348% above the Construction industry median of 8.91. George Kent Malaysia Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 32/100 with 4 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 George Kent Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:3204), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 39.92 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 George Kent Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:3204) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, George Kent Malaysia Bhd stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of RM0.28 is trading 32.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.41.
GuruFocus considers George Kent Malaysia Bhd to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:3204:
EV-to-EBITDA: 39.92 (951% above median its 10-year median of 3.80)
GF Value™: RM0.41 vs. price of RM0.28 (32.9% below fair value)
Industry Position: 348% above the Construction median (#1363 of 1485)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:3204 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
George Kent Malaysia Bhd is an engineering company involved in manufacturing, trading, and investment, development of services development of water infrastructure projects, and provision of construction services. Its core businesses are in the water and construction industries. The company exports its products to Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Myanmar, Cambodia, Philippines, Papua New Guinea, Australia, Hong Kong, Sri Lanka, Kenya, South Africa, South America, and the United Kingdom. It operates through the following segments: Engineering, Metering, and Others.
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