UMS Holdings Bhd (XKLS:7137) EV-to-EBITDA: 3.87 (As of Aug. 13, 2026) — 52% Below Median

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XKLS:7137 UMS Holdings Bhd XKLS:7137
72 GF Score
Price RM1.79
GF Value RM1.95
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is UMS Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

UMS Holdings Bhd XKLS:7137 +0.56% 72 EV-to-EBITDA is 3.87 as of Aug. 13, 2026, which is 52% below its 10-year median of 8.08. GuruFocus rates XKLS:7137 with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.95 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 143 Industrial Distribution companies, UMS Holdings Bhd ranks better than 87.41% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, UMS Holdings Bhd's enterprise value is RM27.91 Mil. UMS Holdings Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM7.20 Mil. Therefore, UMS Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 3.87.

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

XKLS:7137' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.98   Med: 8.08   Max: 27.04
Current: 3.88

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of UMS Holdings Bhd was 27.04. The lowest was 2.98. And the median was 8.08.

XKLS:7137's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
87.41% of 143 companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 8.63 vs XKLS:7137: 3.88

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 (2026-08-13), UMS Holdings Bhd's stock price is RM1.79. UMS Holdings Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM0.117. Therefore, UMS Holdings Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.30.

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


UMS Holdings Bhd  (XKLS:7137) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.79/0.117
=15.30

UMS Holdings Bhd's share price for today is RM1.79.
UMS Holdings 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 RM0.117.

* 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?


UMS Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


UMS Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for UMS Holdings 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.

UMS Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

UMS Holdings Bhd Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-EBITDA
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UMS Holdings Bhd Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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XKLS:7137 vs GWW, FAST, FERG: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, UMS Holdings 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.


UMS Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Industrial Distribution Industry

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

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


XKLS:7137
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UMS Holdings Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=27.912/7.204
=3.87

UMS Holdings Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM27.91 Mil.
UMS Holdings 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 RM7.20 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 3.87 mean?
UMS Holdings Bhd (XKLS:7137) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 3.87 as of Aug. 13, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on UMS Holdings Bhd. This is 52% below median its historical median of 8.08. Over the past decade, UMS Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.98 to 27.04. According to the industry distribution chart, UMS Holdings Bhd ranks #18 out of 143 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 12.6%.
Is UMS Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
UMS Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.87 is 52% below median its 10-year median of 8.08. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.98 to a high of 27.04. The Industrial Distribution industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.63. UMS Holdings Bhd's value of 3.87 is 55.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, UMS Holdings Bhd ranks #18 out of 143 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, UMS Holdings Bhd has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does UMS Holdings Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to GWW and FAST?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, UMS Holdings Bhd ranks #18 out of 143 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places UMS Holdings Bhd in the top 13% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.63. UMS Holdings Bhd's value of 3.87 is 55.2% below this benchmark. Historically, UMS Holdings Bhd's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.98 to 27.04 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 8.08 vs. the industry median of 8.63, UMS Holdings 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 8.63, based on 143 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. UMS Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 3.87 is 55.2% 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 UMS Holdings Bhd. For the Industrial Distribution industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.63 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. UMS Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.87, which is 52% below median its own 10-year median of 8.08. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is UMS Holdings Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, UMS Holdings Bhd (XKLS:7137) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.95, compared to a current price of RM1.79 — trading 8.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.87, which is 52% below median its 10-year median of 8.08 and 55.2% below the Industrial Distribution industry median of 8.63. UMS Holdings Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 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 UMS Holdings Bhd (XKLS:7137), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 3.87 as of Aug. 13, 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 UMS Holdings Bhd (XKLS:7137) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, UMS Holdings Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM1.79 is trading 8.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.95. GuruFocus considers UMS Holdings Bhd to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:7137:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 3.87 (52% below median its 10-year median of 8.08)
  • GF Value™: RM1.95 vs. price of RM1.79 (8.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 55.2% below the Industrial Distribution median (#18 of 143)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:7137 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


UMS Holdings Bhd Business Description

Address No. 2, Jalan Segambut Pusat, Segambut, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 51200
UMS Holdings Bhd is an investment holding company. It operates in three segments based on geographical location: Malaysia (which includes Southern, East Coast, Central of Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia); and Singapore. Its revenue is derived from the distribution of mechanical power transmission and material handling products and systems and industrial spare parts. It serves different industries such as palm oil, rubber, power generation, quarrying & cement industries, latex glove manufacturing, and electrical & electronic industries.
72GF Score

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