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Southern Acids (M) BhdXKLS:5134 66 EV-to-EBITDA is 0.86 as of Aug. 16, 2026, which is 78% below its 10-year median of 3.85. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5134 with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of RM2.87 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 469 Conglomerates companies, Southern Acids (M) Bhd ranks better than 97.23% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Southern Acids (M) Bhd's enterprise value is RM89.9 Mil.
Southern Acids (M) Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM104.5 Mil. Therefore, Southern Acids (M) Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 0.86.
The historical rank and industry rank for Southern Acids (M) Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:5134'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.85 Med: 3.85 Max: 9.11
Current: 0.86
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Southern Acids (M) Bhd was 9.11. The lowest was 0.85. And the median was 3.85.
XKLS:5134's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 97.23% of 469
companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 8.96
vs XKLS:5134: 0.86
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.
Southern Acids (M) Bhd (XKLS:5134) 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.
Southern Acids (M) Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Southern Acids (M) Bhd's share price for today is RM3.01.
Southern Acids (M) 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 RM0.273.
* 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).
* 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.
For the Conglomerates subindustry, Southern Acids (M) 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.
Southern Acids (M) Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Conglomerates Industry
For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, Southern Acids (M) Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Southern Acids (M) Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Southern Acids (M) Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM89.9 Mil.
Southern Acids (M) 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 RM104.5 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.
Southern Acids (M) Bhd (XKLS:5134) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 0.86 as of Aug. 16, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Southern Acids (M) Bhd. This is 78% below median its historical median of 3.85. Over the past decade, Southern Acids (M) Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 0.85 to 9.11. According to the industry distribution chart, Southern Acids (M) Bhd ranks #13 out of 469 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 2.8%.
Is Southern Acids (M) Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Southern Acids (M) Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 0.86 is 78% below median its 10-year median of 3.85. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.85 to a high of 9.11. The Conglomerates industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.96. Southern Acids (M) Bhd's value of 0.86 is 90.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Southern Acids (M) Bhd ranks #13 out of 469 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Southern Acids (M) Bhd has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Southern Acids (M) Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to MMM and HON?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Southern Acids (M) Bhd ranks #13 out of 469 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Southern Acids (M) Bhd in the top 3% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.96. Southern Acids (M) Bhd's value of 0.86 is 90.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Southern Acids (M) Bhd's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 0.85 to 9.11 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 3.85 vs. the industry median of 8.96, Southern Acids (M) 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 Conglomerates company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Conglomerates companies is 8.96, based on 469 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. Southern Acids (M) Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 0.86 is 90.4% 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 Southern Acids (M) Bhd. For the Conglomerates industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.96 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Southern Acids (M) Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 0.86, which is 78% below median its own 10-year median of 3.85. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Southern Acids (M) Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Southern Acids (M) Bhd (XKLS:5134) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM2.87, compared to a current price of RM3.01 — trading 4.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 0.86, which is 78% below median its 10-year median of 3.85 and 90.4% below the Conglomerates industry median of 8.96. Southern Acids (M) Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 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 Southern Acids (M) Bhd (XKLS:5134), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 0.86 as of Aug. 16, 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 Southern Acids (M) Bhd (XKLS:5134) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Southern Acids (M) Bhd stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of RM3.01 is trading 4.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM2.87.
GuruFocus considers Southern Acids (M) Bhd to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:5134:
EV-to-EBITDA: 0.86 (78% below median its 10-year median of 3.85)
GF Value™: RM2.87 vs. price of RM3.01 (4.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 90.4% below the Conglomerates median (#13 of 469)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5134 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Southern Acids (M) Bhd is an investment holding and the provision of a management service company. The company's operating segment includes Oleochemical; Healthcare; Milling and Cultivation and Investments and services. It generates maximum revenue from the Milling and Cultivation segment. The Oleochemical Segment is involved in the manufacturing and marketing of fatty acids and glycerine. Its Milling and Cultivation Segment is principally engaged in the processing of Fresh Fruit Bunches. Geographically, it has a presence in Malaysia, Indonesia, Europe, America, and Other Countries.
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