Poh Kong Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5080) EV-to-EBITDA: 2.15 (As of Aug. 11, 2026) — 56% Below Median

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XKLS:5080 Poh Kong Holdings Bhd XKLS:5080
86 GF Score
Price RM1.08
GF Value RM1.22
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Poh Kong Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

Poh Kong Holdings Bhd XKLS:5080 +0.93% 86 EV-to-EBITDA is 2.15 as of Aug. 11, 2026, which is 56% below its 10-year median of 4.92. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5080 with a GF Score™ of 86/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.22 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 950 Retail - Cyclical companies, Poh Kong Holdings Bhd ranks better than 93.37% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's enterprise value is RM612 Mil. Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was RM285 Mil. Therefore, Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 2.15.

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

XKLS:5080' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.12   Med: 4.92   Max: 10.07
Current: 2.15

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Poh Kong Holdings Bhd was 10.07. The lowest was 2.12. And the median was 4.92.

XKLS:5080's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
93.37% of 950 companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 9.015 vs XKLS:5080: 2.15

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), Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's stock price is RM1.08. Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was RM0.439. Therefore, Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 2.46.

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


Poh Kong Holdings Bhd  (XKLS:5080) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.08/0.439
=2.46

Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's share price for today is RM1.08.
Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM0.439.

* 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?


Poh Kong Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Poh Kong Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Poh Kong 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.

Poh Kong Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Poh Kong Holdings Bhd Annual Data
Trend Jul16 Jul17 Jul18 Jul19 Jul20 Jul21 Jul22 Jul23 Jul24 Jul25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Poh Kong Holdings Bhd Quarterly Data
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XKLS:5080 vs TPR, SIG: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Luxury Goods subindustry, Poh Kong 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.


Poh Kong Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Poh Kong Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=612.495/284.581
=2.15

Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM612 Mil.
Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM285 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 2.15 mean?
Poh Kong Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5080) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 2.15 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 Poh Kong Holdings Bhd. This is 56% below median its historical median of 4.92. Over the past decade, Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.12 to 10.07. According to the industry distribution chart, Poh Kong Holdings Bhd ranks #63 out of 950 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 6.6%.
Is Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.15 is 56% below median its 10-year median of 4.92. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.12 to a high of 10.07. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.02. Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's value of 2.15 is 76.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Poh Kong Holdings Bhd ranks #63 out of 950 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Poh Kong Holdings Bhd has a GF Score™ of 86/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to TPR and SIG?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Poh Kong Holdings Bhd ranks #63 out of 950 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Poh Kong Holdings Bhd in the top 7% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.02. Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's value of 2.15 is 76.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.12 to 10.07 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.92 vs. the industry median of 9.02, Poh Kong 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Retail - Cyclical companies is 9.02, based on 950 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. Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.15 is 76.2% 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 Poh Kong Holdings Bhd. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.02 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.15, which is 56% below median its own 10-year median of 4.92. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Poh Kong Holdings Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Poh Kong Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5080) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.22, compared to a current price of RM1.08 — trading 11.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.15, which is 56% below median its 10-year median of 4.92 and 76.2% below the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 9.02. Poh Kong Holdings Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 86/100 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 Poh Kong Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5080), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.15 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 Poh Kong Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5080) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Poh Kong Holdings Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM1.08 is trading 11.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.22. GuruFocus considers Poh Kong Holdings Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5080:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 2.15 (56% below median its 10-year median of 4.92)
  • GF Value™: RM1.22 vs. price of RM1.08 (11.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 86/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 76.2% below the Retail - Cyclical median (#63 of 950)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5080 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Poh Kong Holdings Bhd Business Description

Address No. 16-20, Jalan 52/4, Darul Ehsan, Petaling Jaya, SGR, MYS, 46200
Poh Kong Holdings Bhd is engaged in investment holding and the provision of management services. Through its subsidiaries, the company manufactures, trades, supplies, and retails gold, gold-related jewelry, and gemstones. It operates through three business segments: Trading, Manufacturing, and Others. The Trading segment involves the supply and retail of jewelry, precious stones, gold ornaments, and gold bullion. The Manufacturing segment covers the production and supply of jewelry, precious stones, semi-precious stones, and gold ornaments. The Others segment comprises investment holding activities. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from the Trading segment, and its operations are based in Malaysia.
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