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Hartalega Holdings BhdXKLS:5168 72 EV-to-EBITDA is 6.20 as of Aug. 18, 2026, which is 72% below its 10-year median of 21.91. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5168 with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of RM2.21 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,329 Chemicals companies, Hartalega Holdings Bhd ranks better than 81.19% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Hartalega Holdings Bhd's enterprise value is RM2,223 Mil.
Hartalega Holdings Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was RM359 Mil. Therefore, Hartalega Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 6.20.
The historical rank and industry rank for Hartalega Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:5168'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -166.69 Med: 21.91 Max: 81.37
Current: 6.2
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Hartalega Holdings Bhd was 81.37. The lowest was -166.69. And the median was 21.91.
XKLS:5168's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 81.19% of 1329
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 13.34
vs XKLS:5168: 6.20
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.
Hartalega Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5168) 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.
Hartalega Holdings Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Hartalega Holdings Bhd's share price for today is RM0.98.
Hartalega Holdings Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM0.047.
* 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.
XKLS:5168 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Hartalega 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.
Hartalega Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Hartalega Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Hartalega Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Hartalega Holdings Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM2,223 Mil.
Hartalega Holdings Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM359 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.
Hartalega Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5168) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 6.20 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 Hartalega Holdings Bhd. This is 72% below median its historical median of 21.91. According to the industry distribution chart, Hartalega Holdings Bhd ranks #250 out of 1329 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 18.8%.
Is Hartalega Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Hartalega Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.20 is 72% below median its 10-year median of 21.91. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.34. Hartalega Holdings Bhd's value of 6.20 is 53.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hartalega Holdings Bhd ranks #250 out of 1329 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Hartalega Holdings Bhd has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hartalega Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Hartalega Holdings Bhd ranks #250 out of 1329 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Hartalega Holdings Bhd in the top 19% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.34. Hartalega Holdings Bhd's value of 6.20 is 53.5% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 21.91 vs. the industry median of 13.34, Hartalega 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Chemicals companies is 13.34, based on 1,329 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. Hartalega Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 6.20 is 53.5% 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 Hartalega Holdings Bhd. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.34 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hartalega Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.20, which is 72% below median its own 10-year median of 21.91. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hartalega Holdings Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hartalega Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5168) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM2.21, compared to a current price of RM0.98 — trading 55.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.20, which is 72% below median its 10-year median of 21.91 and 53.5% below the Chemicals industry median of 13.34. Hartalega Holdings Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 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 Hartalega Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5168), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 6.20 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 Hartalega Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5168) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hartalega Holdings Bhd stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of RM0.98 is trading 55.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM2.21.
GuruFocus considers Hartalega Holdings Bhd to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:5168:
EV-to-EBITDA: 6.20 (72% below median its 10-year median of 21.91)
GF Value™: RM2.21 vs. price of RM0.98 (55.7% below fair value)
Industry Position: 53.5% below the Chemicals median (#250 of 1329)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5168 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Hartalega Holdings Bhd is a holding company whose subsidiaries manufacture and sell a variety of nitrile, Polyisoprene, Polychloroprene, and latex gloves. The company's gloves are used in laboratories and healthcare facilities. The company organizes its segments based on geography: North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, Malaysia, the Middle East, and Others. More revenue comes from the North America segment than from any other.
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