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Hextar Retail BhdXKLS:7202 -1.23%46 EV-to-EBITDA is 19.23 as of Aug. 11, 2026, which is 65% above its 10-year median of 11.62. GuruFocus rates XKLS:7202 with a GF Score™ of 46/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.65 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 219 Forest Products companies, Hextar Retail Bhd ranks worse than 75.8% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Hextar Retail Bhd's enterprise value is RM245.95 Mil.
Hextar Retail Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM12.79 Mil. Therefore, Hextar Retail Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 19.23.
The historical rank and industry rank for Hextar Retail Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:7202'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.56 Med: 11.62 Max: 105.63
Current: 19.23
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Hextar Retail Bhd was 105.63. The lowest was 5.56. And the median was 11.62.
XKLS:7202's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 75.8% of 219
companies
in the Forest Products industry
Industry Median: 9.18
vs XKLS:7202: 19.23
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.
Hextar Retail Bhd (XKLS:7202) 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.
Hextar Retail Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Hextar Retail Bhd's share price for today is RM0.40.
Hextar Retail 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-0.268.
* 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).
The historical data trend for Hextar Retail 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.
XKLS:7202 vs SSD, UFPI, BCC: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Lumber & Wood Production subindustry, Hextar Retail 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.
Hextar Retail Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Forest Products Industry
For the Forest Products industry and Basic Materials sector, Hextar Retail Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Hextar Retail Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Hextar Retail Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM245.95 Mil.
Hextar Retail 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 RM12.79 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.
Hextar Retail Bhd (XKLS:7202) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 19.23 as of Aug. 11, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Hextar Retail Bhd. This is 65% above median its historical median of 11.62. Over the past decade, Hextar Retail Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.56 to 105.63. According to the industry distribution chart, Hextar Retail Bhd ranks #166 out of 219 companies in the Forest Products industry, placing it in the top 75.8%.
Is Hextar Retail Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Hextar Retail Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 19.23 is 65% above median its 10-year median of 11.62. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.56 to a high of 105.63. The Forest Products industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.18. Hextar Retail Bhd's value of 19.23 is 109.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hextar Retail Bhd ranks #166 out of 219 companies in the Forest Products industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Hextar Retail Bhd has a GF Score™ of 46/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hextar Retail Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to SSD and UFPI?
According to the Forest Products industry distribution chart, Hextar Retail Bhd ranks #166 out of 219 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Hextar Retail Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.18. Hextar Retail Bhd's value of 19.23 is 109.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Hextar Retail Bhd's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.56 to 105.63 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.62 vs. the industry median of 9.18, Hextar Retail Bhd has consistently been above 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 Forest Products company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Forest Products companies is 9.18, based on 219 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. Hextar Retail Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 19.23 is 109.5% above 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 Hextar Retail Bhd. For the Forest Products industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.18 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hextar Retail Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 19.23, which is 65% above median its own 10-year median of 11.62. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hextar Retail Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hextar Retail Bhd (XKLS:7202) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.65, compared to a current price of RM0.40 — trading 38.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 19.23, which is 65% above median its 10-year median of 11.62 and 109.5% above the Forest Products industry median of 9.18. Hextar Retail Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 46/100 with 4 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 Hextar Retail Bhd (XKLS:7202), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 19.23 as of Aug. 11, 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 Hextar Retail Bhd (XKLS:7202) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hextar Retail Bhd stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of RM0.40 is trading 38.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.65.
GuruFocus considers Hextar Retail Bhd to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:7202:
EV-to-EBITDA: 19.23 (65% above median its 10-year median of 11.62)
GF Value™: RM0.65 vs. price of RM0.40 (38.5% below fair value)
Industry Position: 109.5% above the Forest Products median (#166 of 219)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:7202 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Hextar Retail Bhd is engaged in the manufacturing of wooden picture frame mouldings (WPFM) and wooden pallets. It is engaged in two business segments: WPFM includes the manufacture and sale of wooden picture frame mouldings and other timber products. Retail segment operate restaurant and cafe, beverage store, convenient store and health and beauty store. Its products are exported to North America, Australia, Europe, and Japan.
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