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PBA Holdings BhdXKLS:5041 -0.45%77 EV-to-OCF is 3.28 as of Aug. 24, 2026, which is 1% below its 10-year median of 3.32. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5041 with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of RM2.35 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 505 Utilities - Regulated companies, PBA Holdings Bhd ranks better than 82.77% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, PBA Holdings Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM713.3 Mil.
PBA Holdings Bhd's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM217.6 Mil. Therefore, PBA Holdings Bhd's EV-to-OCF for today is 3.28.
The historical rank and industry rank for PBA Holdings Bhd's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:5041'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.25 Med: 3.32 Max: 5.42
Current: 3.28
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of PBA Holdings Bhd was 5.42. The lowest was 2.25. And the median was 3.32.
XKLS:5041's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 82.77% of 505
companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 10.06
vs XKLS:5041: 3.28
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.
PBA Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5041) EV-to-OCF Explanation
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.
PBA Holdings Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
PBA Holdings Bhd's share price for today is RM2.20.
PBA 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 RM0.407.
* 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.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
PBA Holdings Bhd EV-to-OCF Related Terms
PBA Holdings Bhd EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for PBA Holdings Bhd's EV-to-OCF 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.
For the Utilities - Regulated Water subindustry, PBA Holdings Bhd's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF 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.
PBA Holdings Bhd EV-to-OCF vs Utilities - Regulated Industry
For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, PBA Holdings Bhd's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where PBA Holdings Bhd's EV-to-OCF falls into.
PBA Holdings Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM713.3 Mil.
PBA Holdings Bhd's Cash Flow from Operations 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 RM217.6 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.
PBA Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5041) has a EV-to-OCF of 3.28 as of Aug. 24, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 3.32. Over the past decade, PBA Holdings Bhd's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.25 to 5.42. According to the industry distribution chart, PBA Holdings Bhd ranks #87 out of 505 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 17.2%.
Is PBA Holdings Bhd's EV-to-OCF too high?
PBA Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-OCF of 3.28 is near median its 10-year median of 3.32. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.25 to a high of 5.42. The Utilities - Regulated industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.06. PBA Holdings Bhd's value of 3.28 is 67.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, PBA Holdings Bhd ranks #87 out of 505 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, PBA Holdings Bhd has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does PBA Holdings Bhd's EV-to-OCF compare to AWK and WTRG?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, PBA Holdings Bhd ranks #87 out of 505 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places PBA Holdings Bhd in the top 17% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.06. PBA Holdings Bhd's value of 3.28 is 67.4% below this benchmark. Historically, PBA Holdings Bhd's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.25 to 5.42 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 3.32 vs. the industry median of 10.06, PBA 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-OCF for an Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Utilities - Regulated companies is 10.06, based on 505 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. PBA Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-OCF of 3.28 is 67.4% 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-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 10.06 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. PBA Holdings Bhd's current EV-to-OCF is 3.28, which is near median its own 10-year median of 3.32. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is PBA Holdings Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PBA Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5041) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM2.35, compared to a current price of RM2.20 — trading 6.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 3.28, which is near median its 10-year median of 3.32 and 67.4% below the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 10.06. PBA Holdings Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 77/100 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-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For PBA Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5041), the current EV-to-OCF is 3.28 as of Aug. 24, 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 PBA Holdings Bhd (XKLS:5041) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PBA Holdings Bhd stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of RM2.20 is trading 6.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM2.35.
GuruFocus considers PBA Holdings Bhd to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:5041:
EV-to-OCF: 3.28 (near median its 10-year median of 3.32)
GF Value™: RM2.35 vs. price of RM2.20 (6.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 67.4% below the Utilities - Regulated median (#87 of 505)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5041 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
PBA Holdings Bhd is an investment holding company. Its primary business is to sustain continuous good water supply in Penang. With population growth and increasing socio-economic development, It has to employ holistic water supply management strategies. It manage both water demand and supply in a water-stressed state. The group has one reportable segment, which is the abstraction of raw water, treatment of water, supply and sale of treated water to consumers in the State of Penang. The company operated solely in Penang, Malaysia. The company through its subsidiaries is engaged in the abstraction of raw water, treatment of water, and supply and sale of treated water to consumers in the State of Penang. It operates geographically in Malaysia.
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