PLB Engineering Bhd (XKLS:7055) EV-to-EBITDA: 7.19 (As of Aug. 15, 2026) — 72% Below Median

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XKLS:7055 PLB Engineering Bhd XKLS:7055
49 GF Score
Price RM0.86
GF Value RM1.05
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is PLB Engineering Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

PLB Engineering Bhd XKLS:7055 49 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.19 as of Aug. 15, 2026, which is 72% below its 10-year median of 25.59. GuruFocus rates XKLS:7055 with a GF Score™ of 49/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.05 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,483 Construction companies, PLB Engineering Bhd ranks better than 61.09% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, PLB Engineering Bhd's enterprise value is RM154.3 Mil. PLB Engineering Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was RM21.5 Mil. Therefore, PLB Engineering Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.19.

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

XKLS:7055' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1762.08   Med: 25.59   Max: 138.2
Current: 7.18

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of PLB Engineering Bhd was 138.20. The lowest was -1762.08. And the median was 25.59.

XKLS:7055's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
61.09% of 1483 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 8.96 vs XKLS:7055: 7.18

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 (2026-08-15), PLB Engineering Bhd's stock price is RM0.86. PLB Engineering Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was RM0.209. Therefore, PLB Engineering Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 4.11.

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


PLB Engineering Bhd  (XKLS:7055) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.86/0.209
=4.11

PLB Engineering Bhd's share price for today is RM0.86.
PLB Engineering Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM0.209.

* 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?


PLB Engineering Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


PLB Engineering Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for PLB Engineering 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.

PLB Engineering Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

PLB Engineering Bhd Annual Data
Trend Aug16 Aug17 Aug18 Aug19 Aug20 Aug21 Aug22 Aug23 Aug24 Aug25
EV-to-EBITDA
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PLB Engineering Bhd Quarterly Data
Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Aug24 Nov24 Feb25 May25 Aug25 Nov25 Feb26 May26
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 16.17 15.95 40.09 5.97 6.87

XKLS:7055 vs PWR, FIX, EME: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, PLB Engineering 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.


PLB Engineering Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, PLB Engineering Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


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PLB Engineering Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=154.344/21.477
=7.19

PLB Engineering Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM154.3 Mil.
PLB Engineering Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM21.5 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 7.19 mean?
PLB Engineering Bhd (XKLS:7055) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.19 as of Aug. 15, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on PLB Engineering Bhd. This is 72% below median its historical median of 25.59. According to the industry distribution chart, PLB Engineering Bhd ranks #577 out of 1483 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 38.9%.
Is PLB Engineering Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
PLB Engineering Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.19 is 72% below median its 10-year median of 25.59. The Construction industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.96. PLB Engineering Bhd's value of 7.19 is 19.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, PLB Engineering Bhd ranks #577 out of 1483 companies in the Construction industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, PLB Engineering Bhd has a GF Score™ of 49/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does PLB Engineering Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, PLB Engineering Bhd ranks #577 out of 1483 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts PLB Engineering Bhd in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.96. PLB Engineering Bhd's value of 7.19 is 19.8% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 25.59 vs. the industry median of 8.96, PLB Engineering 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 Construction company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Construction companies is 8.96, based on 1,483 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. PLB Engineering Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.19 is 19.8% 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 PLB Engineering Bhd. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.96 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. PLB Engineering Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.19, which is 72% below median its own 10-year median of 25.59. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is PLB Engineering Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PLB Engineering Bhd (XKLS:7055) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.05, compared to a current price of RM0.86 — trading 18.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.19, which is 72% below median its 10-year median of 25.59 and 19.8% below the Construction industry median of 8.96. PLB Engineering Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 49/100 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 PLB Engineering Bhd (XKLS:7055), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.19 as of Aug. 15, 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 PLB Engineering Bhd (XKLS:7055) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PLB Engineering Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.86 is trading 18.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.05. GuruFocus considers PLB Engineering Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:7055:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 7.19 (72% below median its 10-year median of 25.59)
  • GF Value™: RM1.05 vs. price of RM0.86 (18.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 49/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 19.8% below the Construction median (#577 of 1483)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:7055 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


PLB Engineering Bhd Business Description

Address 1320, Jalan Baru, Taman Chai Leng, Perai, PNG, MYS, 13700
PLB Engineering Bhd is a Malaysia-based firm engaged in property development, construction, and related services. The company operates in four segments: Construction, which involves the construction of industrial, residential, and commercial buildings and renovation work; Property development, which comprises housing and property development; Investment holding, which includes investment holding and property letting; and the Solar energy segment, which comprises the generation of electricity from the solar plant. The majority of its revenue comes from the Construction Segment.
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