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ELK-Desa Resources BhdXKLS:5228 -0.98%81 EV-to-EBITDA is 8.36 as of Aug. 19, 2026, which is 9% below its 10-year median of 9.15. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5228 with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.42 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 330 Credit Services companies, ELK-Desa Resources Bhd ranks better than 78.79% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's enterprise value is RM767.5 Mil.
ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM91.8 Mil. Therefore, ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 8.36.
The historical rank and industry rank for ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:5228'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.52 Med: 9.15 Max: 15.43
Current: 8.36
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of ELK-Desa Resources Bhd was 15.43. The lowest was 6.52. And the median was 9.15.
XKLS:5228's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 78.79% of 330
companies
in the Credit Services industry
Industry Median: 21.155
vs XKLS:5228: 8.36
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.
ELK-Desa Resources Bhd (XKLS:5228) 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.
ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's share price for today is RM1.01.
ELK-Desa Resources 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 RM0.070.
* 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 Credit Services subindustry, ELK-Desa Resources 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.
ELK-Desa Resources Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Credit Services Industry
For the Credit Services industry and Financial Services sector, ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM767.5 Mil.
ELK-Desa Resources 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 RM91.8 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.
ELK-Desa Resources Bhd (XKLS:5228) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 8.36 as of Aug. 19, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on ELK-Desa Resources Bhd. This is near median its historical median of 9.15. Over the past decade, ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.52 to 15.43. According to the industry distribution chart, ELK-Desa Resources Bhd ranks #70 out of 330 companies in the Credit Services industry, placing it in the top 21.2%.
Is ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.36 is near median its 10-year median of 9.15. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.52 to a high of 15.43. The Credit Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 21.16. ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's value of 8.36 is 60.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, ELK-Desa Resources Bhd ranks #70 out of 330 companies in the Credit Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, ELK-Desa Resources Bhd has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to V and MA?
According to the Credit Services industry distribution chart, ELK-Desa Resources Bhd ranks #70 out of 330 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places ELK-Desa Resources Bhd in the top 21% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 21.16. ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's value of 8.36 is 60.5% below this benchmark. Historically, ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.52 to 15.43 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.15 vs. the industry median of 21.16, ELK-Desa Resources 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 Credit Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Credit Services companies is 21.16, based on 330 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. ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.36 is 60.5% 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 ELK-Desa Resources Bhd. For the Credit Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 21.16 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.36, which is near median its own 10-year median of 9.15. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ELK-Desa Resources Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ELK-Desa Resources Bhd (XKLS:5228) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.42, compared to a current price of RM1.01 — trading 28.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.36, which is near median its 10-year median of 9.15 and 60.5% below the Credit Services industry median of 21.16. ELK-Desa Resources Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 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 ELK-Desa Resources Bhd (XKLS:5228), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.36 as of Aug. 19, 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 ELK-Desa Resources Bhd (XKLS:5228) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ELK-Desa Resources Bhd stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of RM1.01 is trading 28.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.42.
GuruFocus considers ELK-Desa Resources Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:5228:
EV-to-EBITDA: 8.36 (near median its 10-year median of 9.15)
GF Value™: RM1.42 vs. price of RM1.01 (28.9% below fair value)
Industry Position: 60.5% below the Credit Services median (#70 of 330)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5228 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
ELK-Desa Resources Bhd is a Malaysian company investment holding company. The company's business segments are Hire-purchase financing and other integrated services and the Trading of furniture. The Hire-purchase financing and other integrated services segment is involved in the business of hire-purchase financing for used motor vehicles as well as selling general insurance policies as an insurance agent and the Trading of furniture segment is involved in the business of trading, export, wholesaling, and manufacturing of furniture. The company earns the majority of its revenue from hire-purchase financing.
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