Pacific & Orient Bhd (XKLS:6009) EV-to-EBITDA: 2.54 (As of Aug. 14, 2026) — 137% Above Median

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XKLS:6009 Pacific & Orient Bhd XKLS:6009
22 GF Score
Price RM0.54
GF Value RM0.56
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Pacific & Orient Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

Pacific & Orient Bhd XKLS:6009 +0.94% 22 EV-to-EBITDA is 2.54 as of Aug. 14, 2026, which is 137% above its 10-year median of 1.07. GuruFocus rates XKLS:6009 with a GF Score™ of 22/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.56 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 347 Insurance companies, Pacific & Orient Bhd ranks better than 89.91% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Pacific & Orient Bhd's enterprise value is RM-124.3 Mil. Pacific & Orient Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-48.9 Mil. Therefore, Pacific & Orient Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 2.54.

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

XKLS:6009' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -64.06   Med: 1.07   Max: 24.67
Current: 2.54

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Pacific & Orient Bhd was 24.67. The lowest was -64.06. And the median was 1.07.

XKLS:6009's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
89.91% of 347 companies
in the Insurance industry
Industry Median: 8.04 vs XKLS:6009: 2.54

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 (2026-08-14), Pacific & Orient Bhd's stock price is RM0.535. Pacific & Orient Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-0.146. Therefore, Pacific & Orient Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.

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


Pacific & Orient Bhd  (XKLS:6009) 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.

Pacific & Orient Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.535/-0.146
=At Loss

Pacific & Orient Bhd's share price for today is RM0.535.
Pacific & Orient 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 RM-0.146.

* 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?


Pacific & Orient Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Pacific & Orient Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Pacific & Orient 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.

Pacific & Orient Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Pacific & Orient Bhd Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Pacific & Orient 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 1.85 0.97 3.83 2.90 2.43

XKLS:6009 vs CB, PGR, TRV: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Insurance - Property & Casualty subindustry, Pacific & Orient 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.


Pacific & Orient Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Insurance Industry

For the Insurance industry and Financial Services sector, Pacific & Orient Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Pacific & Orient Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Pacific & Orient Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=-124.267/-48.903
=2.54

Pacific & Orient Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM-124.3 Mil.
Pacific & Orient 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 RM-48.9 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 2.54 mean?
Pacific & Orient Bhd (XKLS:6009) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 2.54 as of Aug. 14, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Pacific & Orient Bhd. This is 137% above median its historical median of 1.07. According to the industry distribution chart, Pacific & Orient Bhd ranks #35 out of 347 companies in the Insurance industry, placing it in the top 10.1%.
Is Pacific & Orient Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Pacific & Orient Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.54 is 137% above median its 10-year median of 1.07. The Insurance industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.04. Pacific & Orient Bhd's value of 2.54 is 68.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Pacific & Orient Bhd ranks #35 out of 347 companies in the Insurance industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Pacific & Orient Bhd has a GF Score™ of 22/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pacific & Orient Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CB and PGR?
According to the Insurance industry distribution chart, Pacific & Orient Bhd ranks #35 out of 347 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Pacific & Orient Bhd in the top 10% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.04. Pacific & Orient Bhd's value of 2.54 is 68.4% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 1.07 vs. the industry median of 8.04, Pacific & Orient 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 Insurance company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Insurance companies is 8.04, based on 347 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. Pacific & Orient Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.54 is 68.4% 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 Pacific & Orient Bhd. For the Insurance industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.04 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Pacific & Orient Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.54, which is 137% above median its own 10-year median of 1.07. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Pacific & Orient Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pacific & Orient Bhd (XKLS:6009) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.56, compared to a current price of RM0.54 — trading 4.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.54, which is 137% above median its 10-year median of 1.07 and 68.4% below the Insurance industry median of 8.04. Pacific & Orient Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 22/100 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 Pacific & Orient Bhd (XKLS:6009), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.54 as of Aug. 14, 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 Pacific & Orient Bhd (XKLS:6009) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pacific & Orient Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.54 is trading 4.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.56. GuruFocus considers Pacific & Orient Bhd to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:6009:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 2.54 (137% above median its 10-year median of 1.07)
  • GF Value™: RM0.56 vs. price of RM0.54 (4.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 22/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 68.4% below the Insurance median (#35 of 347)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:6009 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Pacific & Orient Bhd Business Description

Address No. 10, Jalan Raja Laut, 11th Floor, Wisma Bumi Raya, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 50350
Pacific & Orient Bhd is an investment holding company, which operates in diversified businesses. Its business in Malaysia is organized under six segments which include Insurance, Information technology, investment holding, money lending, Property development, and Investment in start-ups. The company generates the majority of its revenues from the Insurance segment. Other business segments consist of the distribution of consumer goods, which is insufficient size to be reported separately. It also operates in the United States of America (information technology and property development), Thailand (information technology), and England (investing in the real estate market and startup companies). Geographically, the majority of revenue is generated from Malaysia segment.
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