Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:5517) EV-to-EBITDA: 9.42 (As of Aug. 17, 2026) — 47% Below Median

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XKLS:5517 Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd XKLS:5517
75 GF Score
Price RM1.69
GF Value RM2.20
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd XKLS:5517 +1.20% 75 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.42 as of Aug. 17, 2026, which is 47% below its 10-year median of 17.76. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5517 with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of RM2.20 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 699 Travel & Leisure companies, Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd ranks better than 51.22% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's enterprise value is RM809.6 Mil. Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM86.0 Mil. Therefore, Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.42.

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

XKLS:5517' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -336.8   Med: 17.76   Max: 191.62
Current: 9.42

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd was 191.62. The lowest was -336.80. And the median was 17.76.

XKLS:5517's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
51.22% of 699 companies
in the Travel & Leisure industry
Industry Median: 9.73 vs XKLS:5517: 9.42

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 (2026-08-17), Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's stock price is RM1.69. Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM0.102. Therefore, Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 16.57.

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


Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd  (XKLS:5517) 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.

Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.69/0.102
=16.57

Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's share price for today is RM1.69.
Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia 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 RM0.102.

* 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?


Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia 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.

Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 13.38 12.73 12.11 6.37 9.47

XKLS:5517 vs LVS, MGM, WYNN: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Resorts & Casinos subindustry, Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia 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.


Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Travel & Leisure Industry

For the Travel & Leisure industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=809.589/85.981
=9.42

Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM809.6 Mil.
Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia 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 RM86.0 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 9.42 mean?
Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:5517) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.42 as of Aug. 17, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd. This is 47% below median its historical median of 17.76. According to the industry distribution chart, Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd ranks #341 out of 699 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, placing it in the top 48.8%.
Is Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.42 is 47% below median its 10-year median of 17.76. The Travel & Leisure industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.73. Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's value of 9.42 is 3.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd ranks #341 out of 699 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to LVS and MGM?
According to the Travel & Leisure industry distribution chart, Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd ranks #341 out of 699 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.73. Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's value of 9.42 is 3.2% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 17.76 vs. the industry median of 9.73, Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia 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 Travel & Leisure company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Travel & Leisure companies is 9.73, based on 699 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. Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.42 is 3.2% 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 Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd. For the Travel & Leisure industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.73 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.42, which is 47% below median its own 10-year median of 17.76. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:5517) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM2.20, compared to a current price of RM1.69 — trading 23.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.42, which is 47% below median its 10-year median of 17.76 and 3.2% below the Travel & Leisure industry median of 9.73. Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 5 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 Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:5517), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.42 as of Aug. 17, 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 Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:5517) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM1.69 is trading 23.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM2.20. GuruFocus considers Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5517:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 9.42 (47% below median its 10-year median of 17.76)
  • GF Value™: RM2.20 vs. price of RM1.69 (23.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 3.2% below the Travel & Leisure median (#341 of 699)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5517 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd Business Description

Address 10th Mile, Batu Feringgi Beach, Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa, Penang, MYS, 11100
Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Bhd operates hotels and beach resorts, golf course, and clubhouse. It is also involved in property management and investment and commercial laundry. The company's segments are Hotels, resorts and golf courses, and Investment properties. It generates the majority of the revenue from Hotels, resorts, and golf courses segment which includes the provision of rooms, food, and beverage, Rendering of ancillary services, and Golf operations. Its properties include Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Shangri-La Rasa Ria Resort & Spa, Shangri-La Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa, Golden Sands Resort and Hotel Jen Penang. All of the company's revenue is generated from Malaysia.
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