Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd (XKLS:1082) EV-to-FCF: 31.40 (As of Jul. 18, 2026) — 1141% Above Median

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XKLS:1082 Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd XKLS:1082
53 GF Score
Price RM18.82
GF Value RM11.47
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd EV-to-FCF?

Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd XKLS:1082 +0.75% 53 EV-to-FCF is 31.40 as of Jul. 18, 2026, which is 1141% above its 10-year median of 2.53. GuruFocus rates XKLS:1082 with a GF Score™ of 53/100 and a GF Value™ of RM11.47 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,194 Banks companies, Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd ranks worse than 89.28% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM22,130 Mil. Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM705 Mil. Therefore, Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's EV-to-FCF for today is 31.40.

The historical rank and industry rank for Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

XKLS:1082' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -9.52   Med: 2.53   Max: 168.18
Current: 31.04

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd was 168.18. The lowest was -9.52. And the median was 2.53.

XKLS:1082's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
89.28% of 1194 companies
in the Banks industry
Industry Median: 6.725 vs XKLS:1082: 31.04

EV-to-FCF 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.

As of today (2026-07-18), Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's stock price is RM18.82. Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM2.947. Therefore, Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 6.39.


Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd  (XKLS:1082) EV-to-FCF Explanation

EV-to-FCF 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.

Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=18.82/2.947
=6.39

Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's share price for today is RM18.82.
Hong Leong Financial Group 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 RM2.947.

* 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. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's EV-to-FCF 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.

Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd EV-to-FCF Chart

Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd Annual Data
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EV-to-FCF
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Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd EV-to-FCF Competitor Comparison

For the Banks - Regional subindustry, Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF 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.


Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd EV-to-FCF vs Banks Industry

For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd EV-to-FCF Calculation

Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=22130.052/704.848
=31.40

Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM22,130 Mil.
Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's Free Cash Flow 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 RM705 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-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of 31.40 mean?
Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd (XKLS:1082) has a EV-to-FCF of 31.40 as of Jul. 18, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd and its competitors. This is 1141% above median its historical median of 2.53. According to the industry distribution chart, Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd ranks #1066 out of 1194 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 89.3%.
Is Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's EV-to-FCF too high?
Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's current EV-to-FCF of 31.40 is 1141% above median its 10-year median of 2.53. The Banks industry median EV-to-FCF is 6.73. Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's value of 31.40 is 366.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd ranks #1066 out of 1194 companies in the Banks industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd has a GF Score™ of 53/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's EV-to-FCF compare to competitors?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd ranks #1066 out of 1194 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 6.73. Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's value of 31.40 is 366.9% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 2.53 vs. the industry median of 6.73, Hong Leong Financial Group 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-FCF for a Banks company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Banks companies is 6.73, based on 1,194 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's current EV-to-FCF of 31.40 is 366.9% 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-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd and its competitors. For the Banks industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 6.73 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's current EV-to-FCF is 31.40, which is 1141% above median its own 10-year median of 2.53. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd (XKLS:1082) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM11.47, compared to a current price of RM18.82 — trading 64.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 31.40, which is 1141% above median its 10-year median of 2.53 and 366.9% above the Banks industry median of 6.73. Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 53/100 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-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd (XKLS:1082), the current EV-to-FCF is 31.40 as of Jul. 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 Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd (XKLS:1082) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of RM18.82 is trading 64.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM11.47. GuruFocus considers Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:1082:

  • EV-to-FCF: 31.40 (1141% above median its 10-year median of 2.53)
  • GF Value™: RM11.47 vs. price of RM18.82 (64.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 53/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 366.9% above the Banks median (#1066 of 1194)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:1082 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd Business Description

Address No. 6, Jalan Damanlela, Level 30, Menara Hong Leong, Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 50490
Hong Leong Financial Group Bhd is a Malaysia-based company engaged in providing financial and banking services. The company's reportable segments consist of Commercial banking, Investment banking, Insurance, and the other operations segment that contains investment holding and provision of management services. The commercial banking segment accounts for the majority of total revenue. The firm's business operations are concentrated in Malaysia.
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