Zhulian Bhd (XKLS:5131) EV-to-EBITDA: 63.73 (As of Aug. 18, 2026) — 420% Above Median

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XKLS:5131 Zhulian Corp Bhd XKLS:5131
67 GF Score
Price RM0.72
GF Value RM1.19
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Zhulian Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

Zhulian Bhd XKLS:5131 -2.70% 67 EV-to-EBITDA is 63.73 as of Aug. 18, 2026, which is 420% above its 10-year median of 12.26. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5131 with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.19 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 951 Retail - Cyclical companies, Zhulian Bhd ranks worse than 94.95% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Zhulian Bhd's enterprise value is RM217.5 Mil. Zhulian Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was RM3.4 Mil. Therefore, Zhulian Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 63.73.

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

XKLS:5131' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.84   Med: 12.26   Max: 92.03
Current: 63.73

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Zhulian Bhd was 92.03. The lowest was 3.84. And the median was 12.26.

XKLS:5131's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
94.95% of 951 companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 8.74 vs XKLS:5131: 63.73

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 (2026-08-18), Zhulian Bhd's stock price is RM0.72. Zhulian Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was RM0.012. Therefore, Zhulian Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 60.00.

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


Zhulian Bhd  (XKLS:5131) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.72/0.012
=60.00

Zhulian Bhd's share price for today is RM0.72.
Zhulian 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 RM0.012.

* 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?


Zhulian Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Zhulian Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Zhulian 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.

Zhulian Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Zhulian Bhd Annual Data
Trend Nov16 Nov17 Nov18 Nov19 Nov20 Nov21 Nov22 Nov23 Nov24 Nov25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 10.16 10.45 15.86 7.99 14.81

Zhulian 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 19.83 18.80 14.81 41.15 75.19

XKLS:5131 vs TPR, SIG: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Luxury Goods subindustry, Zhulian 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.


Zhulian Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

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

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


XKLS:5131
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Zhulian Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=217.515/3.413
=63.73

Zhulian Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM217.5 Mil.
Zhulian 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 RM3.4 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 63.73 mean?
Zhulian Bhd (XKLS:5131) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 63.73 as of Aug. 18, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Zhulian Bhd. This is 420% above median its historical median of 12.26. Over the past decade, Zhulian Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.84 to 92.03. According to the industry distribution chart, Zhulian Bhd ranks #903 out of 951 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 95%.
Is Zhulian Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Zhulian Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 63.73 is 420% above median its 10-year median of 12.26. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.84 to a high of 92.03. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.74. Zhulian Bhd's value of 63.73 is 629.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Zhulian Bhd ranks #903 out of 951 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Zhulian Bhd has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Zhulian Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to TPR and SIG?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Zhulian Bhd ranks #903 out of 951 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Zhulian Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.74. Zhulian Bhd's value of 63.73 is 629.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Zhulian Bhd's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.84 to 92.03 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.26 vs. the industry median of 8.74, Zhulian 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Retail - Cyclical companies is 8.74, based on 951 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. Zhulian Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 63.73 is 629.2% 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 Zhulian Bhd. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.74 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Zhulian Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 63.73, which is 420% above median its own 10-year median of 12.26. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Zhulian Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zhulian Bhd (XKLS:5131) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.19, compared to a current price of RM0.72 — trading 39.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 63.73, which is 420% above median its 10-year median of 12.26 and 629.2% above the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 8.74. Zhulian Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 67/100 with 4 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 Zhulian Bhd (XKLS:5131), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 63.73 as of Aug. 18, 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 Zhulian Bhd (XKLS:5131) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zhulian Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.72 is trading 39.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.19. GuruFocus considers Zhulian Bhd to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5131:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 63.73 (420% above median its 10-year median of 12.26)
  • GF Value™: RM1.19 vs. price of RM0.72 (39.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 629.2% above the Retail - Cyclical median (#903 of 951)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5131 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Zhulian Bhd Business Description

Address Plot 42, Bayan Lepas Industrial Estate, Phase IV, Bayan Lepas, PNG, MYS, 11900
Zhulian Corp Bhd is an investment holding company based in Malaysia, operating principally in the direct selling industry. Through its subsidiaries, the Group is engaged in the manufacturing, distribution, marketing, and sale of jewellery and a diversified portfolio of consumer products. Its products include jewellery, beverages, health supplements, home wellness, therapeutic beddings, household products, and personal, baby and beauty care. The Group's operations are principally confined to the manufacture and sale of jewellery and consumer products on a direct sales basis, mainly carried out in Malaysia, Thailand, and Cambodia, with Thailand generating maximum revenue.
67GF Score

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