Malakoff Bhd (XKLS:5264) EV-to-EBITDA: 16.56 (As of Aug. 11, 2026) — 68% Above Median

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XKLS:5264 Malakoff Corp Bhd XKLS:5264
43 GF Score
Price RM0.83
GF Value RM0.66
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Malakoff Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

Malakoff Bhd XKLS:5264 +1.84% 43 EV-to-EBITDA is 16.56 as of Aug. 11, 2026, which is 68% above its 10-year median of 9.86. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5264 with a GF Score™ of 43/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.66 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 466 Utilities - Regulated companies, Malakoff Bhd ranks worse than 83.69% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Malakoff Bhd's enterprise value is RM9,831 Mil. Malakoff Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM594 Mil. Therefore, Malakoff Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 16.56.

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

XKLS:5264' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -50.88   Med: 9.86   Max: 111.73
Current: 16.55

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Malakoff Bhd was 111.73. The lowest was -50.88. And the median was 9.86.

XKLS:5264's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
83.69% of 466 companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 9.835 vs XKLS:5264: 16.55

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.

As of today (2026-08-11), Malakoff Bhd's stock price is RM0.83. Malakoff Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM0.005. Therefore, Malakoff Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 166.00.

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


Malakoff Bhd  (XKLS:5264) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.83/0.005
=166.00

Malakoff Bhd's share price for today is RM0.83.
Malakoff 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 RM0.005.

* 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?


Malakoff Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Malakoff Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Malakoff 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.

Malakoff Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Malakoff Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Malakoff Bhd Quarterly Data
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XKLS:5264 vs SRE: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Utilities - Diversified subindustry, Malakoff 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.


Malakoff Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Utilities - Regulated Industry

For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, Malakoff Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


XKLS:5264
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Malakoff Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=9830.706/593.744
=16.56

Malakoff Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM9,831 Mil.
Malakoff 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 RM594 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 16.56 mean?
Malakoff Bhd (XKLS:5264) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 16.56 as of Aug. 11, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Malakoff Bhd. This is 68% above median its historical median of 9.86. According to the industry distribution chart, Malakoff Bhd ranks #390 out of 466 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 83.7%.
Is Malakoff Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Malakoff Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 16.56 is 68% above median its 10-year median of 9.86. The Utilities - Regulated industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.84. Malakoff Bhd's value of 16.56 is 68.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Malakoff Bhd ranks #390 out of 466 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Malakoff Bhd has a GF Score™ of 43/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Malakoff Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to SRE?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, Malakoff Bhd ranks #390 out of 466 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Malakoff Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.84. Malakoff Bhd's value of 16.56 is 68.4% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 9.86 vs. the industry median of 9.84, Malakoff Bhd has consistently been above 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 an Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Utilities - Regulated companies is 9.84, based on 466 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. Malakoff Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 16.56 is 68.4% above 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 Malakoff Bhd. For the Utilities - Regulated 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. Malakoff Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.56, which is 68% above median its own 10-year median of 9.86. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Malakoff Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Malakoff Bhd (XKLS:5264) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.66, compared to a current price of RM0.83 — trading 25.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.56, which is 68% above median its 10-year median of 9.86 and 68.4% above the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 9.84. Malakoff Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 43/100 with 8 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 Malakoff Bhd (XKLS:5264), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.56 as of Aug. 11, 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 Malakoff Bhd (XKLS:5264) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Malakoff Bhd stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of RM0.83 is trading 25.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.66. GuruFocus considers Malakoff Bhd to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5264:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 16.56 (68% above median its 10-year median of 9.86)
  • GF Value™: RM0.66 vs. price of RM0.83 (25.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 43/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 68.4% above the Utilities - Regulated median (#390 of 466)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5264 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Malakoff Bhd Business Description

Address Jalan Stesen Sentral 5, Level 12, Block 4, Plaza Sentral, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 50470
Malakoff Corp Bhd is an Energy generation and Environmental Solutions organization. The company is an Independent Power Producer generating electricity from its domestic thermal power plants. Its renewable energy portfolio comprises large scale solar, commercial and industrial solar installations, small hydropower projects and its WTE plant development. Its segments include Power generation which includes power generation business and water desalination services; and Waste management and environmental services which include waste management services and environmental services. The majority of the revenue is derived from Power generation segment. Geographical revenue is solely derived from Malaysia.
43GF Score

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