PBS Bhd (XKLS:5231) EV-to-EBITDA: 0.32 (As of Aug. 31, 2026) — 97% Below Median

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XKLS:5231 PBS Bhd XKLS:5231
30 GF Score
Price RM0.13
GF Value RM0.09
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is PBS Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

PBS Bhd XKLS:5231 -3.85% 30 EV-to-EBITDA is 0.32 as of Aug. 31, 2026, which is 97% below its 10-year median of 11.51. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5231 with a GF Score™ of 30/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.09 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 906 Business Services companies, PBS Bhd ranks better than 96.8% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, PBS Bhd's enterprise value is RM7.16 Mil. PBS Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was RM22.17 Mil. Therefore, PBS Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 0.32.

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: 11.51   Max: 147.76
Current: 0.32

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 11.51.

XKLS:5231's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
96.8% of 906 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.48 vs XKLS:5231: 0.32

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 (2026-08-31), PBS Bhd's stock price is RM0.125. PBS Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was RM0.036. Therefore, PBS Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 3.47.

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


PBS Bhd  (XKLS:5231) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.125/0.036
=3.47

PBS Bhd's share price for today is RM0.125.
PBS 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 RM0.036.

* 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?


PBS Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


PBS Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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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.

PBS Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

PBS Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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PBS Bhd Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 1.26 1.68 0.26 -18.16 -0.21

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.


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PBS Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=7.157/22.172
=0.32

PBS Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM7.16 Mil.
PBS 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 RM22.17 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 0.32 mean?
PBS Bhd (XKLS:5231) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 0.32 as of Aug. 31, 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. This is 97% below median its historical median of 11.51. According to the industry distribution chart, PBS Bhd ranks #29 out of 906 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 3.2%.
Is PBS Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
PBS Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 0.32 is 97% below median its 10-year median of 11.51. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.48. PBS Bhd's value of 0.32 is 95.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, PBS Bhd ranks #29 out of 906 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 30/100 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 #29 out of 906 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places PBS Bhd in the top 3% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.48. PBS Bhd's value of 0.32 is 95.7% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 11.51 vs. the industry median of 7.48, PBS 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Business Services companies is 7.48, based on 906 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. PBS Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 0.32 is 95.7% 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 PBS Bhd. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.48 — 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 0.32, which is 97% below median its own 10-year median of 11.51. 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 RM0.09, compared to a current price of RM0.13 — trading 38.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 0.32, which is 97% below median its 10-year median of 11.51 and 95.7% below the Business Services industry median of 7.48. PBS Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 30/100 with 3 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 0.32 as of Aug. 31, 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 RM0.13 is trading 38.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.09. GuruFocus considers PBS Bhd to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5231:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 0.32 (97% below median its 10-year median of 11.51)
  • GF Value™: RM0.09 vs. price of RM0.13 (38.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 30/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 95.7% below the Business Services median (#29 of 906)

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 Business Description

Address No. 9, Jalan Pemaju U1/15, Unit A-10-02, Level 10, Empire Tower Office, Empire Subang, Subang Jaya, SGR, MYS, 47500
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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