Leon Fuat Bhd (XKLS:5232) EV-to-EBITDA: 7.83 (As of Jul. 31, 2026) — Near Median

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XKLS:5232 Leon Fuat Bhd XKLS:5232
37 GF Score
Price RM0.32
GF Value RM0.46
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is Leon Fuat Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

Leon Fuat Bhd XKLS:5232 -1.56% 37 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.83 as of Jul. 31, 2026, which is 8% above its 10-year median of 7.23. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5232 with a GF Score™ of 37/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.46 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 529 Steel companies, Leon Fuat Bhd ranks better than 60.68% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Leon Fuat Bhd's enterprise value is RM545.3 Mil. Leon Fuat Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM69.6 Mil. Therefore, Leon Fuat Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.83.

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

XKLS:5232' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.05   Med: 7.23   Max: 11.35
Current: 7.85

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Leon Fuat Bhd was 11.35. The lowest was 3.05. And the median was 7.23.

XKLS:5232's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
60.68% of 529 companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 9.84 vs XKLS:5232: 7.85

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 (2026-07-31), Leon Fuat Bhd's stock price is RM0.315. Leon Fuat Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM0.042. Therefore, Leon Fuat Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 7.50.

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


Leon Fuat Bhd  (XKLS:5232) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.315/0.042
=7.50

Leon Fuat Bhd's share price for today is RM0.315.
Leon Fuat 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 RM0.042.

* 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?


Leon Fuat Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Leon Fuat Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Leon Fuat 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.

Leon Fuat Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Leon Fuat Bhd Annual Data
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EV-to-EBITDA
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Leon Fuat Bhd Quarterly Data
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XKLS:5232 vs NUE, STLD, RS: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Leon Fuat 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.


Leon Fuat Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Steel Industry

For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Leon Fuat Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


XKLS:5232
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Leon Fuat Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=545.281/69.613
=7.83

Leon Fuat Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM545.3 Mil.
Leon Fuat 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 RM69.6 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 7.83 mean?
Leon Fuat Bhd (XKLS:5232) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.83 as of Jul. 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 Leon Fuat Bhd. This is near median its historical median of 7.23. Over the past decade, Leon Fuat Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.05 to 11.35. According to the industry distribution chart, Leon Fuat Bhd ranks #208 out of 529 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 39.3%.
Is Leon Fuat Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Leon Fuat Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.83 is near median its 10-year median of 7.23. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.05 to a high of 11.35. The Steel industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.84. Leon Fuat Bhd's value of 7.83 is 20.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Leon Fuat Bhd ranks #208 out of 529 companies in the Steel industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Leon Fuat Bhd has a GF Score™ of 37/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Leon Fuat Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Leon Fuat Bhd ranks #208 out of 529 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Leon Fuat Bhd in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.84. Leon Fuat Bhd's value of 7.83 is 20.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Leon Fuat Bhd's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 3.05 to 11.35 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.23 vs. the industry median of 9.84, Leon Fuat 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 Steel company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Steel companies is 9.84, based on 529 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. Leon Fuat Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.83 is 20.4% 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 Leon Fuat Bhd. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.84 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Leon Fuat Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.83, which is near median its own 10-year median of 7.23. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Leon Fuat Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Leon Fuat Bhd (XKLS:5232) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.46, compared to a current price of RM0.32 — trading 31.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.83, which is near median its 10-year median of 7.23 and 20.4% below the Steel industry median of 9.84. Leon Fuat Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 37/100 with 9 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 Leon Fuat Bhd (XKLS:5232), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.83 as of Jul. 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 Leon Fuat Bhd (XKLS:5232) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Leon Fuat Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.32 is trading 31.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.46. GuruFocus considers Leon Fuat Bhd to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5232:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 7.83 (near median its 10-year median of 7.23)
  • GF Value™: RM0.46 vs. price of RM0.32 (31.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 37/100 with 9 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 20.4% below the Steel median (#208 of 529)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5232 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Leon Fuat Bhd Business Description

Address Kawasan Perindustrian, No. 11, Lorong Keluli 1B, Bukit Raja Selatan, Seksyen 7, Shah Alam, SGR, MYS, 40000
Leon Fuat Bhd is engaged in cutting, levelling, shearing, profiling, bending, and finishing, along with the production of expanded metal, perforated metal, and welded steel pipes. The company operates in three reportable segments: Trading of steel products, which includes trading of flat carbon steel products, other flat steel products, long carbon steel products, and other long steel products; Processing and/or manufacturing of steel products, which includes processing of flat carbon steel products, other flat steel products, long carbon steel products, and other long steel products; and Others. The majority of its revenue is generated from the processing and/or manufacturing of steel products. Revenue is derived from Malaysia.
37GF Score

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