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AYS Ventures BhdXKLS:5021 -9.80%30 EV-to-EBITDA is 28.16 as of Aug. 29, 2026, which is 159% above its 10-year median of 10.87. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5021 with a GF Score™ of 30/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.26 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 528 Steel companies, AYS Ventures Bhd ranks worse than 85.61% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, AYS Ventures Bhd's enterprise value is RM464 Mil.
AYS Ventures Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM16 Mil. Therefore, AYS Ventures Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 28.16.
The historical rank and industry rank for AYS Ventures Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:5021'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.65 Med: 10.87 Max: 842.36
Current: 28.16
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of AYS Ventures Bhd was 842.36. The lowest was 3.65. And the median was 10.87.
XKLS:5021's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 85.61% of 528
companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 9.45
vs XKLS:5021: 28.16
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.
AYS Ventures Bhd (XKLS:5021) 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.
AYS Ventures Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
AYS Ventures Bhd's share price for today is RM0.23.
AYS Ventures 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 RM0.381.
* 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 AYS Ventures 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:5021 vs NUE, STLD, RS: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Steel subindustry, AYS Ventures 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.
AYS Ventures Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Steel Industry
For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, AYS Ventures Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where AYS Ventures Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
AYS Ventures Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM464 Mil.
AYS Ventures 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 RM16 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.
AYS Ventures Bhd (XKLS:5021) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 28.16 as of Aug. 29, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on AYS Ventures Bhd. This is 159% above median its historical median of 10.87. Over the past decade, AYS Ventures Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.65 to 842.36. According to the industry distribution chart, AYS Ventures Bhd ranks #452 out of 528 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 85.6%.
Is AYS Ventures Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
AYS Ventures Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 28.16 is 159% above median its 10-year median of 10.87. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.65 to a high of 842.36. The Steel industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.45. AYS Ventures Bhd's value of 28.16 is 198% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, AYS Ventures Bhd ranks #452 out of 528 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, AYS Ventures Bhd has a GF Score™ of 30/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does AYS Ventures Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, AYS Ventures Bhd ranks #452 out of 528 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places AYS Ventures Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.45. AYS Ventures Bhd's value of 28.16 is 198% above this benchmark. Historically, AYS Ventures Bhd's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.65 to 842.36 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.87 vs. the industry median of 9.45, AYS Ventures 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 Steel company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Steel companies is 9.45, based on 528 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. AYS Ventures Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 28.16 is 198% 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 AYS Ventures Bhd. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.45 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. AYS Ventures Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 28.16, which is 159% above median its own 10-year median of 10.87. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is AYS Ventures Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AYS Ventures Bhd (XKLS:5021) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.26, compared to a current price of RM0.23 — trading 11.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 28.16, which is 159% above median its 10-year median of 10.87 and 198% above the Steel industry median of 9.45. AYS Ventures Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 30/100 with 8 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 AYS Ventures Bhd (XKLS:5021), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 28.16 as of Aug. 29, 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 AYS Ventures Bhd (XKLS:5021) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AYS Ventures Bhd stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of RM0.23 is trading 11.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.26.
GuruFocus considers AYS Ventures Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:5021:
EV-to-EBITDA: 28.16 (159% above median its 10-year median of 10.87)
GF Value™: RM0.26 vs. price of RM0.23 (11.5% below fair value)
Industry Position: 198% above the Steel median (#452 of 528)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5021 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
AYS Ventures Bhd is an investment holding company. Along with its subsidiaries, it is principally involved in the trading and manufacturing of steel, construction, and related products. The group's operating business segments are Trading and services, Manufacturing, and Others. The majority of its revenue is generated from the Trading and services segment, which is engaged in trading and marketing of steel products and all types of construction materials, warehousing, and storage services. The Manufacturing segment is involved in the manufacturing and trading of purlin, structural steel components, and other steel products. Geographically, the group generates maximum revenue from Malaysia, followed by Singapore, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation countries, and other countries.
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