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Hong Leong Industries BhdXKLS:3301 -0.89%88 EV-to-EBITDA is 3.93 as of Aug. 05, 2026, which is 3% above its 10-year median of 3.80. GuruFocus rates XKLS:3301 with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of RM13.90 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,147 Vehicles & Parts companies, Hong Leong Industries Bhd ranks better than 81.17% 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 RM4,039 Mil.
Hong Leong Industries Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM1,027 Mil. Therefore, Hong Leong Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 3.93.
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: 3.8 Max: 10.96
Current: 3.94
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 3.80.
XKLS:3301's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 81.17% of 1147
companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 9.58
vs XKLS:3301: 3.94
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.
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:
Hong Leong Industries Bhd's share price for today is RM17.84.
Hong Leong Industries 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 RM1.721.
* 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.
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.
Hong Leong Industries Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM4,039 Mil.
Hong Leong Industries 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 RM1,027 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.
Hong Leong Industries Bhd (XKLS:3301) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 3.93 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 Hong Leong Industries Bhd. This is near median its historical median of 3.80. 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 #216 out of 1147 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 18.8%.
Is Hong Leong Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Hong Leong Industries Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.93 is near median its 10-year median of 3.80. 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 9.58. Hong Leong Industries Bhd's value of 3.93 is 59% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hong Leong Industries Bhd ranks #216 out of 1147 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 88/100 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 #216 out of 1147 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Hong Leong Industries Bhd in the top 19% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.58. Hong Leong Industries Bhd's value of 3.93 is 59% 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 3.80 vs. the industry median of 9.58, 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 9.58, based on 1,147 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 3.93 is 59% 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 9.58 — 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 3.93, which is near 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 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 RM13.90, compared to a current price of RM17.84 — trading 28.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.93, which is near median its 10-year median of 3.80 and 59% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 9.58. Hong Leong Industries Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 88/100 with 6 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 3.93 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 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 RM17.84 is trading 28.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM13.90.
GuruFocus considers Hong Leong Industries Bhd to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:3301:
EV-to-EBITDA: 3.93 (near median its 10-year median of 3.80)
GF Value™: RM13.90 vs. price of RM17.84 (28.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 59% below the Vehicles & Parts median (#216 of 1147)
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 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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