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PBA Holdings BhdXKLS:5041 +1.98%79 EV-to-EBITDA is 2.53 as of Aug. 10, 2026, which is 20% below its 10-year median of 3.16. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5041 with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of RM2.33 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 466 Utilities - Regulated companies, PBA Holdings Bhd ranks better than 94.85% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, PBA Holdings Bhd's enterprise value is RM667.0 Mil.
PBA Holdings Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM263.3 Mil. Therefore, PBA Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 2.53.
The historical rank and industry rank for PBA Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:5041'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.21 Med: 3.16 Max: 5.88
Current: 2.53
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of PBA Holdings Bhd was 5.88. The lowest was 2.21. And the median was 3.16.
XKLS:5041's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 94.85% of 466
companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 9.79
vs XKLS:5041: 2.53
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.
PBA Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5041) 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.
PBA Holdings Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
PBA Holdings Bhd's share price for today is RM2.06.
PBA 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 RM0.407.
* 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 PBA 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.
XKLS:5041 vs AWK, WTRG, AWR: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Utilities - Regulated Water subindustry, PBA 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.
PBA Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Utilities - Regulated Industry
For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, PBA Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where PBA Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
PBA Holdings Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM667.0 Mil.
PBA 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 RM263.3 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.
PBA Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5041) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 2.53 as of Aug. 10, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on PBA Holdings Bhd. This is 20% below median its historical median of 3.16. Over the past decade, PBA Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.21 to 5.88. According to the industry distribution chart, PBA Holdings Bhd ranks #24 out of 466 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 5.2%.
Is PBA Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
PBA Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.53 is 20% below median its 10-year median of 3.16. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.21 to a high of 5.88. The Utilities - Regulated industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.79. PBA Holdings Bhd's value of 2.53 is 74.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, PBA Holdings Bhd ranks #24 out of 466 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, PBA Holdings Bhd has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does PBA Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to AWK and WTRG?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, PBA Holdings Bhd ranks #24 out of 466 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places PBA Holdings Bhd in the top 5% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.79. PBA Holdings Bhd's value of 2.53 is 74.2% below this benchmark. Historically, PBA Holdings Bhd's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.21 to 5.88 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 3.16 vs. the industry median of 9.79, PBA 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 an Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Utilities - Regulated companies is 9.79, based on 466 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. PBA Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.53 is 74.2% 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 PBA Holdings Bhd. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.79 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. PBA Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.53, which is 20% below median its own 10-year median of 3.16. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is PBA Holdings Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PBA Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5041) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM2.33, compared to a current price of RM2.06 — trading 11.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.53, which is 20% below median its 10-year median of 3.16 and 74.2% below the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 9.79. PBA Holdings Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 with 2 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 PBA Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5041), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.53 as of Aug. 10, 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 PBA Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5041) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PBA Holdings Bhd stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of RM2.06 is trading 11.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM2.33.
GuruFocus considers PBA Holdings Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:5041:
EV-to-EBITDA: 2.53 (20% below median its 10-year median of 3.16)
GF Value™: RM2.33 vs. price of RM2.06 (11.6% below fair value)
Industry Position: 74.2% below the Utilities - Regulated median (#24 of 466)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5041 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
PBA Holdings Bhd is an investment holding company. Its primary business is to sustain continuous good water supply in Penang. With population growth and increasing socio-economic development, It has to employ holistic water supply management strategies. It manage both water demand and supply in a water-stressed state. The group has one reportable segment, which is the abstraction of raw water, treatment of water, supply and sale of treated water to consumers in the State of Penang. The company operated solely in Penang, Malaysia. The company through its subsidiaries is engaged in the abstraction of raw water, treatment of water, and supply and sale of treated water to consumers in the State of Penang. It operates geographically in Malaysia.
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