Heineken Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:3255) EV-to-EBITDA: 8.25 (As of Aug. 05, 2026) — 42% Below Median

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XKLS:3255 Heineken Malaysia Bhd XKLS:3255
83 GF Score
Price RM19.18
GF Value RM24.00
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Heineken Malaysia Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

Heineken Malaysia Bhd XKLS:3255 -0.10% 83 EV-to-EBITDA is 8.25 as of Aug. 05, 2026, which is 42% below its 10-year median of 14.16. GuruFocus rates XKLS:3255 with a GF Score™ of 83/100 and a GF Value™ of RM24.00 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 169 Beverages - Alcoholic companies, Heineken Malaysia Bhd ranks better than 67.46% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Heineken Malaysia Bhd's enterprise value is RM5,676 Mil. Heineken Malaysia Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM688 Mil. Therefore, Heineken Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 8.25.

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

XKLS:3255' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.2   Med: 14.16   Max: 29.11
Current: 8.26

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Heineken Malaysia Bhd was 29.11. The lowest was 8.20. And the median was 14.16.

XKLS:3255's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
67.46% of 169 companies
in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry
Industry Median: 11.06 vs XKLS:3255: 8.26

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 (2026-08-05), Heineken Malaysia Bhd's stock price is RM19.18. Heineken Malaysia Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM1.463. Therefore, Heineken Malaysia Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 13.11.

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


Heineken Malaysia Bhd  (XKLS:3255) 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.

Heineken Malaysia Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=19.18/1.463
=13.11

Heineken Malaysia Bhd's share price for today is RM19.18.
Heineken 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 RM1.463.

* 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?


Heineken Malaysia Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Heineken Malaysia Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Heineken Malaysia 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.

Heineken Malaysia Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Heineken Malaysia Bhd Annual Data
Trend Jun15 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Heineken Malaysia 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:3255 vs STZ, TAP: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Beverages - Brewers subindustry, Heineken 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.


Heineken Malaysia Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Beverages - Alcoholic Industry

For the Beverages - Alcoholic industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Heineken Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Heineken Malaysia Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Heineken Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=5676.180/687.966
=8.25

Heineken Malaysia Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM5,676 Mil.
Heineken 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 RM688 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 8.25 mean?
Heineken Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:3255) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 8.25 as of Aug. 05, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Heineken Malaysia Bhd. This is 42% below median its historical median of 14.16. Over the past decade, Heineken Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.20 to 29.11. According to the industry distribution chart, Heineken Malaysia Bhd ranks #55 out of 169 companies in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry, placing it in the top 32.5%.
Is Heineken Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Heineken Malaysia Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.25 is 42% below median its 10-year median of 14.16. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.20 to a high of 29.11. The Beverages - Alcoholic industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 11.06. Heineken Malaysia Bhd's value of 8.25 is 25.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Heineken Malaysia Bhd ranks #55 out of 169 companies in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Heineken Malaysia Bhd has a GF Score™ of 83/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Heineken Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to STZ and TAP?
According to the Beverages - Alcoholic industry distribution chart, Heineken Malaysia Bhd ranks #55 out of 169 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Heineken Malaysia Bhd in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 11.06. Heineken Malaysia Bhd's value of 8.25 is 25.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Heineken Malaysia Bhd's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.20 to 29.11 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 14.16 vs. the industry median of 11.06, Heineken Malaysia 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 Beverages - Alcoholic company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Beverages - Alcoholic companies is 11.06, based on 169 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. Heineken Malaysia Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.25 is 25.4% 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 Heineken Malaysia Bhd. For the Beverages - Alcoholic industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 11.06 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Heineken Malaysia Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.25, which is 42% below median its own 10-year median of 14.16. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Heineken Malaysia Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Heineken Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:3255) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM24.00, compared to a current price of RM19.18 — trading 20.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.25, which is 42% below median its 10-year median of 14.16 and 25.4% below the Beverages - Alcoholic industry median of 11.06. Heineken Malaysia Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 83/100 with 2 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 Heineken Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:3255), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.25 as of Aug. 05, 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 Heineken Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:3255) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Heineken Malaysia Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM19.18 is trading 20.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM24.00. GuruFocus considers Heineken Malaysia Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:3255:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 8.25 (42% below median its 10-year median of 14.16)
  • GF Value™: RM24.00 vs. price of RM19.18 (20.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 83/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 25.4% below the Beverages - Alcoholic median (#55 of 169)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:3255 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Heineken Malaysia Bhd Business Description

Address Batu 9, Jalan Klang Lama, Sungei Way Brewery, Lot 1135, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Petaling Jaya, SGR, MYS, 46000
Heineken Malaysia Bhd is engaged in the production, packaging, marketing, and distribution of beverages, mainly alcoholic. The portfolio of the company includes various brands such as The World-acclaimed iconic Asian beer - Tiger Beer, The crystal-cold filtered beer - Tiger Crystal, The New Zealand-inspired cider - Apple Fox Cider, Edelweiss, infused with juicy peach flavour, The premium Irish ale - Kilkenny, The real shandy - Anglia, and others.
83GF Score

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