Watta Holding Bhd (XKLS:7226) EV-to-EBITDA: -68.82 (As of Aug. 18, 2026)

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XKLS:7226 Watta Holding Bhd XKLS:7226
38 GF Score
Price RM0.41
GF Value RM0.24
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Watta Holding Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

Watta Holding Bhd XKLS:7226 38 EV-to-EBITDA is -68.82 as of Aug. 18, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:7226 with a GF Score™ of 38/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.24 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,888 Hardware companies, Watta Holding Bhd ranks worse than 52966.05% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Watta Holding Bhd's enterprise value is RM24.78 Mil. Watta Holding Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-0.36 Mil. Therefore, Watta Holding Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is -68.82.

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

XKLS:7226' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -347.04   Med: -16.18   Max: 330.76
Current: -68.82

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Watta Holding Bhd was 330.76. The lowest was -347.04. And the median was -16.18.

XKLS:7226's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
100% of 1888 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 15.535 vs XKLS:7226: -68.82

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 (2026-08-18), Watta Holding Bhd's stock price is RM0.405. Watta Holding Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-0.015. Therefore, Watta Holding 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).


Watta Holding Bhd  (XKLS:7226) 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.

Watta Holding Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.405/-0.015
=At Loss

Watta Holding Bhd's share price for today is RM0.405.
Watta Holding 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-0.015.

* 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?


Watta Holding Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Watta Holding Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Watta Holding 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.

Watta Holding Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Watta Holding Bhd Annual Data
Trend Sep15 Sep16 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -135.40 238.05 -35.35 -54.61 -58.42

Watta Holding 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 -40.01 -53.18 -58.99 -58.42 -60.61

XKLS:7226 vs CSCO, MSI, HPE: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Communication Equipment subindustry, Watta Holding 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.


Watta Holding Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Watta Holding Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


XKLS:7226
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Watta Holding Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Watta Holding Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=24.775/-0.36
=-68.82

Watta Holding Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM24.78 Mil.
Watta Holding 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-0.36 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 -68.82 mean?
Watta Holding Bhd (XKLS:7226) has a EV-to-EBITDA of -68.82 as of Aug. 18, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Watta Holding Bhd. According to the industry distribution chart, Watta Holding Bhd ranks #999999 out of 1888 companies in the Hardware industry.
Is Watta Holding Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Watta Holding Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is -68.82. Based on the distribution chart, Watta Holding Bhd ranks #999999 out of 1888 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Watta Holding Bhd has a GF Score™ of 38/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Watta Holding Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CSCO and MSI?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Watta Holding Bhd ranks #999999 out of 1888 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Watta Holding Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.54. 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Hardware companies is 15.54, based on 1,888 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. 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 Watta Holding Bhd. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 15.54 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Watta Holding Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is -68.82. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Watta Holding Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Watta Holding Bhd (XKLS:7226) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.24, compared to a current price of RM0.41 — trading 68.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is -68.82. Watta Holding Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 38/100 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 Watta Holding Bhd (XKLS:7226), the current EV-to-EBITDA is -68.82 as of Aug. 18, 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 Watta Holding Bhd (XKLS:7226) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Watta Holding Bhd stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of RM0.41 is trading 68.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.24. GuruFocus considers Watta Holding Bhd to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:7226:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: -68.82
  • GF Value™: RM0.24 vs. price of RM0.41 (68.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 38/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:7226 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Watta Holding Bhd Business Description

Address Jalan Imbi, 12th Floor, Menara Cosway, Plaza Berjaya, Wilayah Persekutuan, Kuala Lumpur, MYS, 55100
Watta Holding Bhd is a company whose principal activities include investment holding and management services. Along with its subsidiaries, the company has two reportable operating segments, Services and Investment holding and others. The majority of its revenue is generated from the Services segment, which is involved in the servicing of telecommunication equipment and related products. Geographically, the group predominantly operates in Malaysia.
38GF Score

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