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PBS BhdXKLS:5231 -4.76%25 EV-to-EBITDA is -20.56 as of Aug. 07, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5231 with a GF Score™ of 25/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.06 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 904 Business Services companies, PBS Bhd ranks better than 99.67% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, PBS Bhd's enterprise value is RM-25.68 Mil.
PBS Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM1.25 Mil. Therefore, PBS Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is -20.56.
The historical rank and industry rank for PBS Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:5231'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -38.02 Med: 11.62 Max: 147.76
Current: -20.55
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of PBS Bhd was 147.76. The lowest was -38.02. And the median was 11.62.
XKLS:5231's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 99.67% of 904
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.79
vs XKLS:5231: -20.55
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.
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.
PBS Bhd's share price for today is RM0.10.
PBS 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 RM0.001.
* 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).
The historical data trend for PBS 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.
XKLS:5231 vs CTAS, CPRT, GPN: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, PBS 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.
PBS Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, PBS Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where PBS Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
PBS Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM-25.68 Mil.
PBS 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 RM1.25 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.
PBS Bhd (XKLS:5231) has a EV-to-EBITDA of -20.56 as of Aug. 07, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on PBS Bhd. According to the industry distribution chart, PBS Bhd ranks #3 out of 904 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 0.3%.
Is PBS Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
PBS Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is -20.56. Based on the distribution chart, PBS Bhd ranks #3 out of 904 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, PBS Bhd has a GF Score™ of 25/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does PBS Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CTAS and CPRT?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, PBS Bhd ranks #3 out of 904 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places PBS Bhd in the top 0% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.79. 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Business Services companies is 7.79, based on 904 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. 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 PBS Bhd. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.79 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. PBS Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is -20.56. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is PBS Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PBS Bhd (XKLS:5231) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.06, compared to a current price of RM0.10 — trading 66.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is -20.56. PBS Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 25/100 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 PBS Bhd (XKLS:5231), the current EV-to-EBITDA is -20.56 as of Aug. 07, 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 PBS Bhd (XKLS:5231) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PBS Bhd stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of RM0.10 is trading 66.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.06.
GuruFocus considers PBS Bhd to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:5231:
EV-to-EBITDA: -20.56
GF Value™: RM0.06 vs. price of RM0.10 (66.7% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5231 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
PBS Bhd is engaged in the distribution of stationery and office products and investment holding. The Group operates mainly as a distributor for the Pelikan brand and distributes Pelikan-branded Fine Writing and Stationery in Malaysia, Singapore, China/Taiwan, Thailand and Greece. The Group is organised into two main geographical units: Rest of the World and Asia.
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