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What is South Malaysia Industries Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?
South Malaysia Industries BhdXKLS:4375 -13.51%33 EV-to-EBITDA is 2.94 as of Aug. 05, 2026, which is 183% above its 10-year median of 1.04. GuruFocus rates XKLS:4375 with a GF Score™ of 33/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.36 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,478 Industrial Products companies, South Malaysia Industries Bhd ranks better than 94.31% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, South Malaysia Industries Bhd's enterprise value is RM35.61 Mil.
South Malaysia Industries Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM12.11 Mil. Therefore, South Malaysia Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 2.94.
The historical rank and industry rank for South Malaysia Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:4375'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2302.18 Med: 1.04 Max: 2397.38
Current: 2.93
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of South Malaysia Industries Bhd was 2397.38. The lowest was -2302.18. And the median was 1.04.
XKLS:4375's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 94.31% of 2478
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 15.8
vs XKLS:4375: 2.93
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.
South Malaysia Industries Bhd (XKLS:4375) 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.
South Malaysia Industries Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
South Malaysia Industries Bhd's share price for today is RM0.16.
South Malaysia 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 RM0.026.
* 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:4375 vs VRT, BE, HUBB: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Electrical Equipment & Parts subindustry, South Malaysia 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.
South Malaysia Industries Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, South Malaysia Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where South Malaysia Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
South Malaysia Industries Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM35.61 Mil.
South Malaysia 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 RM12.11 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.
South Malaysia Industries Bhd (XKLS:4375) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 2.94 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 South Malaysia Industries Bhd. This is 183% above median its historical median of 1.04. According to the industry distribution chart, South Malaysia Industries Bhd ranks #141 out of 2478 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 5.7%.
Is South Malaysia Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
South Malaysia Industries Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.94 is 183% above median its 10-year median of 1.04. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.80. South Malaysia Industries Bhd's value of 2.94 is 81.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, South Malaysia Industries Bhd ranks #141 out of 2478 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, South Malaysia Industries Bhd has a GF Score™ of 33/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does South Malaysia Industries Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to VRT and BE?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, South Malaysia Industries Bhd ranks #141 out of 2478 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places South Malaysia Industries Bhd in the top 6% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.80. South Malaysia Industries Bhd's value of 2.94 is 81.4% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 1.04 vs. the industry median of 15.80, South Malaysia 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Industrial Products companies is 15.80, based on 2,478 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. South Malaysia Industries Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.94 is 81.4% 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 South Malaysia Industries Bhd. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.80 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. South Malaysia Industries Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.94, which is 183% above median its own 10-year median of 1.04. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is South Malaysia Industries Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, South Malaysia Industries Bhd (XKLS:4375) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.36, compared to a current price of RM0.16 — trading 55.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.94, which is 183% above median its 10-year median of 1.04 and 81.4% below the Industrial Products industry median of 15.80. South Malaysia Industries Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 33/100 with 3 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 South Malaysia Industries Bhd (XKLS:4375), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.94 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 South Malaysia Industries Bhd (XKLS:4375) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, South Malaysia Industries Bhd stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of RM0.16 is trading 55.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.36.
GuruFocus considers South Malaysia Industries Bhd to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:4375:
EV-to-EBITDA: 2.94 (183% above median its 10-year median of 1.04)
GF Value™: RM0.36 vs. price of RM0.16 (55.6% below fair value)
Industry Position: 81.4% below the Industrial Products median (#141 of 2478)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:4375 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
South Malaysia Industries Bhd is principally engaged in investment holding, trading, property development and provision of management services. The company's reportable segments are: i) Property development: Develop and sale of residential and commercial properties, ii) Property & investment holding: Investment in properties, carpark operation and holding company, iii) Manufacturing and trading: Manufacture of assorted wires and trading. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from the Manufacturing and trading segment. Geographically, it predominantly operates in Malaysia.
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