Kimlun Bhd (XKLS:5171) EV-to-EBITDA: 5.27 (As of Aug. 20, 2026) — 19% Below Median

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XKLS:5171 Kimlun Corp Bhd XKLS:5171
71 GF Score
Price RM0.93
GF Value RM1.71
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Kimlun Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

Kimlun Bhd XKLS:5171 +1.09% 71 EV-to-EBITDA is 5.27 as of Aug. 20, 2026, which is 19% below its 10-year median of 6.52. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5171 with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.71 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,483 Construction companies, Kimlun Bhd ranks better than 74.98% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Kimlun Bhd's enterprise value is RM1,123 Mil. Kimlun Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM213 Mil. Therefore, Kimlun Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 5.27.

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

XKLS:5171' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.66   Med: 6.52   Max: 50.69
Current: 5.26

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Kimlun Bhd was 50.69. The lowest was 3.66. And the median was 6.52.

XKLS:5171's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
74.98% of 1483 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 8.68 vs XKLS:5171: 5.26

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 (2026-08-20), Kimlun Bhd's stock price is RM0.925. Kimlun Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM3.108. Therefore, Kimlun Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 0.30.

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


Kimlun Bhd  (XKLS:5171) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.925/3.108
=0.30

Kimlun Bhd's share price for today is RM0.925.
Kimlun 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 RM3.108.

* 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?


Kimlun Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Kimlun Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kimlun 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.

Kimlun Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Kimlun Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Kimlun Bhd Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 6.06 6.89 7.04 5.33 5.32

XKLS:5171 vs PWR, FIX, EME: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Kimlun 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.


Kimlun Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Kimlun Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Kimlun Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=1123.297/213.325
=5.27

Kimlun Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM1,123 Mil.
Kimlun 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 RM213 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 5.27 mean?
Kimlun Bhd (XKLS:5171) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 5.27 as of Aug. 20, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Kimlun Bhd. This is 19% below median its historical median of 6.52. Over the past decade, Kimlun Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.66 to 50.69. According to the industry distribution chart, Kimlun Bhd ranks #371 out of 1483 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 25%.
Is Kimlun Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Kimlun Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.27 is 19% below median its 10-year median of 6.52. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.66 to a high of 50.69. The Construction industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.68. Kimlun Bhd's value of 5.27 is 39.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kimlun Bhd ranks #371 out of 1483 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Kimlun Bhd has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kimlun Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Kimlun Bhd ranks #371 out of 1483 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Kimlun Bhd in the top 25% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.68. Kimlun Bhd's value of 5.27 is 39.3% below this benchmark. Historically, Kimlun Bhd's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.66 to 50.69 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.52 vs. the industry median of 8.68, Kimlun 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 Construction company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Construction companies is 8.68, based on 1,483 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. Kimlun Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 5.27 is 39.3% 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 Kimlun Bhd. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.68 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kimlun Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.27, which is 19% below median its own 10-year median of 6.52. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kimlun Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kimlun Bhd (XKLS:5171) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.71, compared to a current price of RM0.93 — trading 45.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.27, which is 19% below median its 10-year median of 6.52 and 39.3% below the Construction industry median of 8.68. Kimlun Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 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 Kimlun Bhd (XKLS:5171), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 5.27 as of Aug. 20, 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 Kimlun Bhd (XKLS:5171) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kimlun Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.93 is trading 45.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.71. GuruFocus considers Kimlun Bhd to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5171:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 5.27 (19% below median its 10-year median of 6.52)
  • GF Value™: RM1.71 vs. price of RM0.93 (45.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 39.3% below the Construction median (#371 of 1483)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5171 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Kimlun Bhd Business Description

Address 106-108, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, Suite 19.06, Level 19, Johor Bahru City Square, Johor Bahru, JHR, MYS, 80000
Kimlun Corp Bhd is a Malaysia-based engineering and construction services provider company. It operates through four segments, namely Construction, Manufacturing and trading of construction materials, provision of quarry services, Investment holding, and Property development. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the construction segment. Geographically, the company earns its revenue in Malaysia and Singapore.
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