Hong Leong Industries Bhd (XKLS:3301) EV-to-EBITDA: 3.58 (As of Sep. 22, 2026) — Near Median

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XKLS:3301 Hong Leong Industries Bhd XKLS:3301
94 GF Score
Price RM17.06
GF Value RM14.67
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Hong Leong Industries Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

Hong Leong Industries Bhd XKLS:3301 +0.59% 94 EV-to-EBITDA is 3.58 as of Sep. 22, 2026, which is 5% below its 10-year median of 3.77. GuruFocus rates XKLS:3301 with a GF Score™ of 94/100 and a GF Value™ of RM14.67 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,183 Vehicles & Parts companies, Hong Leong Industries Bhd ranks better than 84.78% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Hong Leong Industries Bhd's enterprise value is RM3,730 Mil. Hong Leong Industries Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was RM1,043 Mil. Therefore, Hong Leong Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 3.58.

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

XKLS:3301' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.07   Med: 3.77   Max: 10.96
Current: 3.46

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Hong Leong Industries Bhd was 10.96. The lowest was 2.07. And the median was 3.77.

XKLS:3301's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
84.78% of 1183 companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 8.48 vs XKLS:3301: 3.46

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 (2026-09-22), Hong Leong Industries Bhd's stock price is RM17.06. Hong Leong Industries Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was RM1.804. Therefore, Hong Leong Industries Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 9.46.

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


Hong Leong Industries Bhd  (XKLS:3301) 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.

Hong Leong Industries Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=17.06/1.804
=9.46

Hong Leong Industries Bhd's share price for today is RM17.06.
Hong Leong Industries 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 RM1.804.

* 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?


Hong Leong Industries Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Hong Leong Industries Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hong Leong Industries 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.

Hong Leong Industries Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Hong Leong Industries Bhd Annual Data
Trend Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25 Jun26
EV-to-EBITDA
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Hong Leong Industries Bhd Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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XKLS:3301 vs TSLA, GM, F: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Auto Manufacturers subindustry, Hong Leong Industries 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.


Hong Leong Industries Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where Hong Leong Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Hong Leong Industries Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Hong Leong Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=3729.837/1042.556
=3.58

Hong Leong Industries Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM3,730 Mil.
Hong Leong Industries 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 RM1,043 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 3.58 mean?
Hong Leong Industries Bhd (XKLS:3301) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 3.58 as of Sep. 22, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Hong Leong Industries Bhd. This is near median its historical median of 3.77. Over the past decade, Hong Leong Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.07 to 10.96. According to the industry distribution chart, Hong Leong Industries Bhd ranks #180 out of 1183 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 15.2%.
Is Hong Leong Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Hong Leong Industries Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.58 is near median its 10-year median of 3.77. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.07 to a high of 10.96. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.48. Hong Leong Industries Bhd's value of 3.58 is 57.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hong Leong Industries Bhd ranks #180 out of 1183 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Hong Leong Industries Bhd has a GF Score™ of 94/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hong Leong Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to TSLA and GM?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Hong Leong Industries Bhd ranks #180 out of 1183 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Hong Leong Industries Bhd in the top 15% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.48. Hong Leong Industries Bhd's value of 3.58 is 57.8% below this benchmark. Historically, Hong Leong Industries Bhd's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.07 to 10.96 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 3.77 vs. the industry median of 8.48, Hong Leong Industries 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 8.48, based on 1,183 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. Hong Leong Industries Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.58 is 57.8% 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 Hong Leong Industries Bhd. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.48 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hong Leong Industries Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.58, which is near median its own 10-year median of 3.77. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hong Leong Industries Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hong Leong Industries Bhd (XKLS:3301) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM14.67, compared to a current price of RM17.06 — trading 16.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.58, which is near median its 10-year median of 3.77 and 57.8% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 8.48. Hong Leong Industries Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 94/100 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 Hong Leong Industries Bhd (XKLS:3301), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.58 as of Sep. 22, 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 Hong Leong Industries Bhd (XKLS:3301) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hong Leong Industries Bhd stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of RM17.06 is trading 16.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM14.67. GuruFocus considers Hong Leong Industries Bhd to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:3301:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 3.58 (near median its 10-year median of 3.77)
  • GF Value™: RM14.67 vs. price of RM17.06 (16.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 94/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 57.8% below the Vehicles & Parts median (#180 of 1183)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:3301 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hong Leong Industries Bhd Business Description

Address Number 6, Jalan Damanlela, Level 31, Menara Hong Leong, Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 50490
Hong Leong Industries Bhd is a Malaysia-based investment holding company. Its only operating segment is Consumer products. Consumer products segment manufacture and sale of consumer products comprises motorcycles, spare parts and ceramic tiles. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from Malaysia.
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