Batu Kawan Bhd (XKLS:1899) EV-to-FCF: 42.38 (As of Jul. 16, 2026) — 41% Above Median

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XKLS:1899 Batu Kawan Bhd XKLS:1899
51 GF Score
Price RM21.30
GF Value RM21.42
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Batu Kawan Bhd EV-to-FCF?

Batu Kawan Bhd XKLS:1899 -0.09% 51 EV-to-FCF is 42.38 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 41% above its 10-year median of 30.12. GuruFocus rates XKLS:1899 with a GF Score™ of 51/100 and a GF Value™ of RM21.42 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 355 Conglomerates companies, Batu Kawan Bhd ranks worse than 77.46% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Batu Kawan Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM27,038 Mil. Batu Kawan Bhd's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM638 Mil. Therefore, Batu Kawan Bhd's EV-to-FCF for today is 42.38.

The historical rank and industry rank for Batu Kawan Bhd's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

XKLS:1899' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -57.51   Med: 30.12   Max: 390.81
Current: 42.44

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Batu Kawan Bhd was 390.81. The lowest was -57.51. And the median was 30.12.

XKLS:1899's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
77.46% of 355 companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 17.61 vs XKLS:1899: 42.44

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 (2026-07-16), Batu Kawan Bhd's stock price is RM21.30. Batu Kawan Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM1.540. Therefore, Batu Kawan Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 13.83.


Batu Kawan Bhd  (XKLS:1899) 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.

Batu Kawan Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=21.30/1.540
=13.83

Batu Kawan Bhd's share price for today is RM21.30.
Batu Kawan 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 RM1.540.

* 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.


Batu Kawan Bhd EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Batu Kawan Bhd EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Batu Kawan 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.

Batu Kawan Bhd EV-to-FCF Chart

Batu Kawan Bhd Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-FCF
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Batu Kawan 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-FCF 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 -55.65 136.75 99.89 386.28 42.39

XKLS:1899 vs HON, MMM: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, Batu Kawan 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.


Batu Kawan Bhd EV-to-FCF vs Conglomerates Industry

For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, Batu Kawan Bhd's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Batu Kawan Bhd's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Batu Kawan Bhd EV-to-FCF Calculation

Batu Kawan Bhd's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=27038.240/637.973
=42.38

Batu Kawan Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM27,038 Mil.
Batu Kawan 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 RM638 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 42.38 mean?
Batu Kawan Bhd (XKLS:1899) has a EV-to-FCF of 42.38 as of Jul. 16, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Batu Kawan Bhd and its competitors. This is 41% above median its historical median of 30.12. According to the industry distribution chart, Batu Kawan Bhd ranks #275 out of 355 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 77.5%.
Is Batu Kawan Bhd's EV-to-FCF too high?
Batu Kawan Bhd's current EV-to-FCF of 42.38 is 41% above median its 10-year median of 30.12. The Conglomerates industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.61. Batu Kawan Bhd's value of 42.38 is 140.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Batu Kawan Bhd ranks #275 out of 355 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Batu Kawan Bhd has a GF Score™ of 51/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Batu Kawan Bhd's EV-to-FCF compare to HON and MMM?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Batu Kawan Bhd ranks #275 out of 355 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Batu Kawan Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.61. Batu Kawan Bhd's value of 42.38 is 140.7% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 30.12 vs. the industry median of 17.61, Batu Kawan 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 Conglomerates company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Conglomerates companies is 17.61, based on 355 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. Batu Kawan Bhd's current EV-to-FCF of 42.38 is 140.7% 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 Batu Kawan Bhd and its competitors. For the Conglomerates industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 17.61 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Batu Kawan Bhd's current EV-to-FCF is 42.38, which is 41% above median its own 10-year median of 30.12. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Batu Kawan Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Batu Kawan Bhd (XKLS:1899) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM21.42, compared to a current price of RM21.30 — trading 0.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 42.38, which is 41% above median its 10-year median of 30.12 and 140.7% above the Conglomerates industry median of 17.61. Batu Kawan Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 51/100 with 7 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 Batu Kawan Bhd (XKLS:1899), the current EV-to-FCF is 42.38 as of Jul. 16, 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 Batu Kawan Bhd (XKLS:1899) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Batu Kawan Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM21.30 is trading 0.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM21.42. GuruFocus considers Batu Kawan Bhd to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:1899:

  • EV-to-FCF: 42.38 (41% above median its 10-year median of 30.12)
  • GF Value™: RM21.42 vs. price of RM21.30 (0.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 51/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 140.7% above the Conglomerates median (#275 of 355)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:1899 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Batu Kawan Bhd Business Description

Address No. 1, Jalan S.P. Seenivasagam, Wisma Taiko, Ipoh, PRK, MYS, 30000
Batu Kawan Bhd is a holding company that focuses on harvesting palm trees and manufacturing and selling rubber and chemical products through its subsidiaries. The firm operates through four segments: plantation, manufacturing, property development, and investment holdings/others. The manufacturing segment generates majority revenue through selling a variety of chemical-based products, including oleochemicals, industrial amides, rubber gloves, and esters. The plantation segment generates the second portion of total revenue by cultivating and processing palm trees into both fresh fruit bunches and rubber products. Geographically, the firm operates in Asia, Europe, Americas, and Africa, with the majority of its revenue generated from Asian and European countries.
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