Paos Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5022) EV-to-EBITDA: -2.12 (As of Aug. 11, 2026)

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XKLS:5022 Paos Holdings Bhd XKLS:5022
31 GF Score
Price RM0.25
GF Value RM0.03
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Paos Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

Paos Holdings Bhd XKLS:5022 +2.08% 31 EV-to-EBITDA is -2.12 as of Aug. 11, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5022 with a GF Score™ of 31/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.03 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,325 Chemicals companies, Paos Holdings Bhd ranks worse than 75471.62% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Paos Holdings Bhd's enterprise value is RM38.92 Mil. Paos Holdings Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was RM-18.37 Mil. Therefore, Paos Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is -2.12.

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

XKLS:5022' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -749.01   Med: 14.23   Max: 1953.89
Current: -2.12

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Paos Holdings Bhd was 1953.89. The lowest was -749.01. And the median was 14.23.

XKLS:5022's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
100% of 1325 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 13.48 vs XKLS:5022: -2.12

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 (2026-08-11), Paos Holdings Bhd's stock price is RM0.245. Paos Holdings Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was RM-0.121. Therefore, Paos Holdings Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.

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


Paos Holdings Bhd  (XKLS:5022) 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.

Paos Holdings Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.245/-0.121
=At Loss

Paos Holdings Bhd's share price for today is RM0.245.
Paos Holdings Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM-0.121.

* 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?


Paos Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Paos Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Paos Holdings 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.

Paos Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Paos Holdings Bhd Annual Data
Trend May17 May18 May19 May20 May21 May22 May23 May24 May25 May26
EV-to-EBITDA
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Paos Holdings Bhd Quarterly Data
Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Aug24 Nov24 Feb25 May25 Aug25 Nov25 Feb26 May26
EV-to-EBITDA Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -54.60 -29.71 -24.20 -2.87 -2.61

XKLS:5022 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Paos Holdings 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.


Paos Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Paos Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Paos Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


XKLS:5022
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Paos Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Paos Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=38.923/-18.372
=-2.12

Paos Holdings Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM38.92 Mil.
Paos Holdings Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM-18.37 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 -2.12 mean?
Paos Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5022) has a EV-to-EBITDA of -2.12 as of Aug. 11, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Paos Holdings Bhd. According to the industry distribution chart, Paos Holdings Bhd ranks #999999 out of 1325 companies in the Chemicals industry.
Is Paos Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Paos Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is -2.12. Based on the distribution chart, Paos Holdings Bhd ranks #999999 out of 1325 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Paos Holdings Bhd has a GF Score™ of 31/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Paos Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Paos Holdings Bhd ranks #999999 out of 1325 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Paos Holdings Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.48. 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 13.48, based on 1,325 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. 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 Paos Holdings Bhd. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.48 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Paos Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is -2.12. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Paos Holdings Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Paos Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5022) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.03, compared to a current price of RM0.25 — trading 716.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is -2.12. Paos Holdings Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 31/100 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 Paos Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5022), the current EV-to-EBITDA is -2.12 as of Aug. 11, 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 Paos Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5022) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Paos Holdings Bhd stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of RM0.25 is trading 716.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.03. GuruFocus considers Paos Holdings Bhd to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5022:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: -2.12
  • GF Value™: RM0.03 vs. price of RM0.25 (716.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 31/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5022 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Paos Holdings Bhd Business Description

Address No. 65, Persiaran Selangor, Section 15, Shah Alam, SGR, MYS, 40200
Paos Holdings Bhd is an investment holding company. Along with its subsidiaries, it operates in the following reportable segments: Manufacturing, Trading, and Integrated hotel operations and property investment. The majority of its revenue is generated from the Trading segment, which is involved in the trading of specialty fats produced from palm oil and the trading of marine gas oil. The Manufacturing segment is engaged in contract manufacturing and the dealing of soap and its related products, toll manufacturing of products from palm oil, and manufacturing of specialty fats; and the Integrated hotel operations and property investment segment is involved in the operation and management of hotel and restaurant. Geographically, the group generates maximum revenue from its domestic market.
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