KSL Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5038) EV-to-EBITDA: 4.92 (As of Aug. 15, 2026) — 82% Above Median

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XKLS:5038 KSL Holdings Bhd XKLS:5038
72 GF Score
Price RM2.82
GF Value RM2.18
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is KSL Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

KSL Holdings Bhd XKLS:5038 -1.40% 72 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.92 as of Aug. 15, 2026, which is 82% above its 10-year median of 2.71. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5038 with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of RM2.18 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,385 Real Estate companies, KSL Holdings Bhd ranks better than 83.68% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, KSL Holdings Bhd's enterprise value is RM3,578 Mil. KSL Holdings Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM728 Mil. Therefore, KSL Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.92.

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

XKLS:5038' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -17.09   Med: 2.71   Max: 31.88
Current: 4.92

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of KSL Holdings Bhd was 31.88. The lowest was -17.09. And the median was 2.71.

XKLS:5038's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
83.68% of 1385 companies
in the Real Estate industry
Industry Median: 12.25 vs XKLS:5038: 4.92

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 (2026-08-15), KSL Holdings Bhd's stock price is RM2.82. KSL Holdings Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM0.514. Therefore, KSL Holdings Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 5.49.

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


KSL Holdings Bhd  (XKLS:5038) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2.82/0.514
=5.49

KSL Holdings Bhd's share price for today is RM2.82.
KSL Holdings 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 RM0.514.

* 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?


KSL Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


KSL Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for KSL 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.

KSL Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

KSL Holdings Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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KSL Holdings Bhd Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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KSL Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Competitor Comparison

For the Real Estate - Development subindustry, KSL 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.


KSL Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Real Estate Industry

For the Real Estate industry and Real Estate sector, KSL Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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KSL Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=3577.708/727.607
=4.92

KSL Holdings Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM3,578 Mil.
KSL Holdings 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 RM728 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 4.92 mean?
KSL Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5038) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.92 as of Aug. 15, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on KSL Holdings Bhd. This is 82% above median its historical median of 2.71. According to the industry distribution chart, KSL Holdings Bhd ranks #226 out of 1385 companies in the Real Estate industry, placing it in the top 16.3%.
Is KSL Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
KSL Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.92 is 82% above median its 10-year median of 2.71. The Real Estate industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.25. KSL Holdings Bhd's value of 4.92 is 59.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, KSL Holdings Bhd ranks #226 out of 1385 companies in the Real Estate industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, KSL Holdings Bhd has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does KSL Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to competitors?
According to the Real Estate industry distribution chart, KSL Holdings Bhd ranks #226 out of 1385 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places KSL Holdings Bhd in the top 16% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.25. KSL Holdings Bhd's value of 4.92 is 59.8% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 2.71 vs. the industry median of 12.25, KSL Holdings 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 Real Estate company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Real Estate companies is 12.25, based on 1,385 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. KSL Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.92 is 59.8% 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 KSL Holdings Bhd. For the Real Estate industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 12.25 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. KSL Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.92, which is 82% above median its own 10-year median of 2.71. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is KSL Holdings Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KSL Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5038) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM2.18, compared to a current price of RM2.82 — trading 29.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.92, which is 82% above median its 10-year median of 2.71 and 59.8% below the Real Estate industry median of 12.25. KSL Holdings Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 5 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 KSL Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5038), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.92 as of Aug. 15, 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 KSL Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5038) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KSL Holdings Bhd stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of RM2.82 is trading 29.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM2.18. GuruFocus considers KSL Holdings Bhd to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5038:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 4.92 (82% above median its 10-year median of 2.71)
  • GF Value™: RM2.18 vs. price of RM2.82 (29.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 59.8% below the Real Estate median (#226 of 1385)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5038 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


KSL Holdings Bhd Business Description

Address Wisma KSL, No. 148, Batu 1 1/2, Jalan Buloh Kasap, Segamat, JHR, MYS, 85000
KSL Holdings Bhd is a holding company. It is engaged in real estate services. The company has four reportable segments: Property development, Property investment, Investment holding, and Car park operation. Property development includes the development of residential and commercial properties; Property investment includes an investment in real properties and hotels; Investment holding includes the provision of management services to the subsidiaries, and Car park operation includes car park management services. KSL derives the majority of its revenue from Property development.
72GF Score

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