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Hexza BhdXKLS:3298 +1.03%68 EV-to-EBITDA is 25.73 as of Aug. 18, 2026, which is 172% above its 10-year median of 9.45. GuruFocus rates XKLS:3298 with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.03 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,329 Chemicals companies, Hexza Bhd ranks worse than 70.88% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Hexza Bhd's enterprise value is RM180.09 Mil.
Hexza Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM7.00 Mil. Therefore, Hexza Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 25.73.
The historical rank and industry rank for Hexza Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:3298'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -9.88 Med: 9.45 Max: 68.04
Current: 25.72
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Hexza Bhd was 68.04. The lowest was -9.88. And the median was 9.45.
XKLS:3298's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 70.88% of 1329
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 13.34
vs XKLS:3298: 25.72
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.
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.
Hexza Bhd's share price for today is RM0.985.
Hexza 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 RM0.005.
* 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).
The historical data trend for Hexza 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.
XKLS:3298 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Hexza 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.
Hexza Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Hexza Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Hexza Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Hexza Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM180.09 Mil.
Hexza 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 RM7.00 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.
Hexza Bhd (XKLS:3298) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 25.73 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 Hexza Bhd. This is 172% above median its historical median of 9.45. According to the industry distribution chart, Hexza Bhd ranks #942 out of 1329 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 70.9%.
Is Hexza Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Hexza Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 25.73 is 172% above median its 10-year median of 9.45. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.34. Hexza Bhd's value of 25.73 is 92.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hexza Bhd ranks #942 out of 1329 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Hexza Bhd has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hexza Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Hexza Bhd ranks #942 out of 1329 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Hexza Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.34. Hexza Bhd's value of 25.73 is 92.9% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 9.45 vs. the industry median of 13.34, Hexza 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Chemicals companies is 13.34, based on 1,329 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. Hexza Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 25.73 is 92.9% 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 Hexza Bhd. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.34 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hexza Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 25.73, which is 172% above median its own 10-year median of 9.45. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hexza Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hexza Bhd (XKLS:3298) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.03, compared to a current price of RM0.99 — trading 4.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 25.73, which is 172% above median its 10-year median of 9.45 and 92.9% above the Chemicals industry median of 13.34. Hexza Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 9 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 Hexza Bhd (XKLS:3298), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 25.73 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 Hexza Bhd (XKLS:3298) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hexza Bhd stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of RM0.99 is trading 4.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.03.
GuruFocus considers Hexza Bhd to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:3298:
EV-to-EBITDA: 25.73 (172% above median its 10-year median of 9.45)
GF Value™: RM1.03 vs. price of RM0.99 (4.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 92.9% above the Chemicals median (#942 of 1329)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:3298 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Hexza Corp Bhd is a Malaysian-based investment holding firm. The company's operating segments include Investment Holding, Resins, Ethanol, Trading, and Others. It generates maximum revenue from the Resin segment. The Resins segment includes the manufacture and sale of formaldehyde-based adhesive resins and glue for wood-related industries. Its Ethanol segment is engaged in the manufacture and sale of ethyl alcohol, liquefied carbon dioxide, and kaoliang wine.
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