Prestar Resources Bhd (XKLS:9873) EV-to-EBITDA: 2.98 (As of Aug. 03, 2026) — 62% Below Median

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XKLS:9873 Prestar Resources Bhd XKLS:9873
41 GF Score
Price RM0.28
GF Value RM0.35
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Prestar Resources Bhd EV-to-EBITDA?

Prestar Resources Bhd XKLS:9873 -1.75% 41 EV-to-EBITDA is 2.98 as of Aug. 03, 2026, which is 62% below its 10-year median of 7.83. GuruFocus rates XKLS:9873 with a GF Score™ of 41/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.35 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 529 Steel companies, Prestar Resources Bhd ranks better than 90.93% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Prestar Resources Bhd's enterprise value is RM97.0 Mil. Prestar Resources Bhd's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM32.5 Mil. Therefore, Prestar Resources Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 2.98.

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

XKLS:9873' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1329.79   Med: 7.83   Max: 40.92
Current: 2.99

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Prestar Resources Bhd was 40.92. The lowest was -1329.79. And the median was 7.83.

XKLS:9873's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
90.93% of 529 companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 9.82 vs XKLS:9873: 2.99

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 (2026-08-03), Prestar Resources Bhd's stock price is RM0.28. Prestar Resources Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM0.065. Therefore, Prestar Resources Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 4.31.

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


Prestar Resources Bhd  (XKLS:9873) 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.

Prestar Resources Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.28/0.065
=4.31

Prestar Resources Bhd's share price for today is RM0.28.
Prestar Resources 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 RM0.065.

* 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?


Prestar Resources Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Prestar Resources Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Prestar Resources 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.

Prestar Resources Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Prestar Resources Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Prestar Resources Bhd Quarterly Data
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XKLS:9873 vs NUE, STLD, RS: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Prestar Resources 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.


Prestar Resources Bhd EV-to-EBITDA vs Steel Industry

For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Prestar Resources Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

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


XKLS:9873
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Prestar Resources Bhd EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Prestar Resources Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=97.023/32.547
=2.98

Prestar Resources Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM97.0 Mil.
Prestar Resources 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 RM32.5 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 2.98 mean?
Prestar Resources Bhd (XKLS:9873) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 2.98 as of Aug. 03, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Prestar Resources Bhd. This is 62% below median its historical median of 7.83. According to the industry distribution chart, Prestar Resources Bhd ranks #48 out of 529 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 9.1%.
Is Prestar Resources Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Prestar Resources Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.98 is 62% below median its 10-year median of 7.83. The Steel industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.82. Prestar Resources Bhd's value of 2.98 is 69.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Prestar Resources Bhd ranks #48 out of 529 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Prestar Resources Bhd has a GF Score™ of 41/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Prestar Resources Bhd's EV-to-EBITDA compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Prestar Resources Bhd ranks #48 out of 529 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Prestar Resources Bhd in the top 9% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.82. Prestar Resources Bhd's value of 2.98 is 69.7% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 7.83 vs. the industry median of 9.82, Prestar Resources 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 Steel company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Steel companies is 9.82, based on 529 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. Prestar Resources Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA of 2.98 is 69.7% 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 Prestar Resources Bhd. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.82 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Prestar Resources Bhd's current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.98, which is 62% below median its own 10-year median of 7.83. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Prestar Resources Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Prestar Resources Bhd (XKLS:9873) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.35, compared to a current price of RM0.28 — trading 20% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.98, which is 62% below median its 10-year median of 7.83 and 69.7% below the Steel industry median of 9.82. Prestar Resources Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 41/100 with 5 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 Prestar Resources Bhd (XKLS:9873), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 2.98 as of Aug. 03, 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 Prestar Resources Bhd (XKLS:9873) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Prestar Resources Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.28 is trading 20% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.35. GuruFocus considers Prestar Resources Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:9873:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 2.98 (62% below median its 10-year median of 7.83)
  • GF Value™: RM0.35 vs. price of RM0.28 (20% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 41/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 69.7% below the Steel median (#48 of 529)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:9873 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Prestar Resources Bhd Business Description

Address Jalan Ipoh, Lot 1298, 16.5 Miles, Rawang Industrial Estate, Rawang, SGR, MYS, 48000
Prestar Resources Bhd is principally an investment holding company with subsidiary and associate companies mainly engaged in the steel-processing and steel-products manufacturing activities with factories in Selangor and Penang, Malaysia. The Group mainly offers steel pipes and tubes, hot-rolled and cold-rolled steel sheets, guardrails, material handling equipment, pallet racking systems, wheelbarrows, hand trucks, and other steel-related products. Its reportable segments are: Investment, Trading, and Manufacturing. The majority of the Group's revenue is generated from the Manufacturing segment, which manufactures steel-related products. Geographically, it mainly operates in Malaysia.
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