DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:5908) EV-to-EBITDA: 4.43 (As of Sep. 21, 2026) — 26% Below Median

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XKLS:5908 DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd XKLS:5908
81 GF Score
Price RM5.98
GF Value RM5.80
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd XKLS:5908 +0.34% 81 EV-to-EBITDA is 4.43 as of Sep. 21, 2026, which is 26% below its 10-year median of 5.97. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5908 with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of RM5.80 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 151 Industrial Distribution companies, DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd ranks better than 85.43% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's enterprise value is RM1,315 Mil. DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was RM297 Mil. Therefore, DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 4.43.

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

XKLS:5908' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.02   Med: 5.97   Max: 14.79
Current: 4.43

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd was 14.79. The lowest was 4.02. And the median was 5.97.

XKLS:5908's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
85.43% of 151 companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 8.47 vs XKLS:5908: 4.43

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 (2026-09-21), DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's stock price is RM5.98. DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was RM1.048. Therefore, DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 5.71.

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


DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd  (XKLS:5908) 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.

DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=5.98/1.048
=5.71

DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's share price for today is RM5.98.
DKSH Holdings Malaysia 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 RM1.048.

* 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?


DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for DKSH Holdings 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.

DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd Annual Data
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EV-to-EBITDA
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DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd Quarterly Data
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XKLS:5908 vs GWW, FAST, FERG: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, DKSH Holdings 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.


DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Industrial Distribution Industry

For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=1315.257/296.821
=4.43

DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM1,315 Mil.
DKSH Holdings Malaysia 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 RM297 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 4.43 mean?
DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:5908) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 4.43 as of Sep. 21, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd. This is 26% below median its historical median of 5.97. Over the past decade, DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.02 to 14.79. According to the industry distribution chart, DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd ranks #22 out of 151 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 14.6%.
Is DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.43 is 26% below median its 10-year median of 5.97. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.02 to a high of 14.79. The Industrial Distribution industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.47. DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's value of 4.43 is 47.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd ranks #22 out of 151 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to GWW and FAST?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd ranks #22 out of 151 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd in the top 15% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.47. DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's value of 4.43 is 47.7% below this benchmark. Historically, DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 4.02 to 14.79 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.97 vs. the industry median of 8.47, DKSH Holdings 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 an Industrial Distribution company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Industrial Distribution companies is 8.47, based on 151 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. DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 4.43 is 47.7% 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 DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd. For the Industrial Distribution industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.47 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.43, which is 26% below median its own 10-year median of 5.97. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:5908) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM5.80, compared to a current price of RM5.98 — trading 3.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.43, which is 26% below median its 10-year median of 5.97 and 47.7% below the Industrial Distribution industry median of 8.47. DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 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 DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:5908), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 4.43 as of Sep. 21, 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 DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:5908) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of RM5.98 is trading 3.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM5.80. GuruFocus considers DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5908:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 4.43 (26% below median its 10-year median of 5.97)
  • GF Value™: RM5.80 vs. price of RM5.98 (3.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 47.7% below the Industrial Distribution median (#22 of 151)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5908 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd Business Description

Address No. 1, Jalan SS7/26A, B-11-01, The Ascent, Paradigm, Kelana Jaya, Petaling Jaya, SGR, MYS, 47301
DKSH Holdings Malaysia Bhd company is principally an investment holding company. The principal activities of the Group are the provisioning of Market Expansion Services, which range from marketing, to providing sales force, distribution and logistics, invoicing and credit control, handling of inventory and returned goods and other value added services. These services are provided to consumer goods and healthcare clients. The Group also operates retail outlets selling Amos cookies, manufacturing and supplying of butter and margarine, and related bakery, confectionery and dairy products. The Group is organized into three main business segments Consumer Goods; Healthcare; and Others of which majority of revenue comes from Consumer Goods.
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