Malayan Cement Bhd (XKLS:3794) EV-to-FCF: 9.60 (As of Sep. 09, 2026) — 50% Below Median

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XKLS:3794 Malayan Cement Bhd XKLS:3794
87 GF Score
Price RM5.62
GF Value RM5.64
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Malayan Cement Bhd EV-to-FCF?

Malayan Cement Bhd XKLS:3794 +1.81% 87 EV-to-FCF is 9.60 as of Sep. 09, 2026, which is 50% below its 10-year median of 19.30. GuruFocus rates XKLS:3794 with a GF Score™ of 87/100 and a GF Value™ of RM5.64 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 275 Building Materials companies, Malayan Cement Bhd ranks better than 70.18% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Malayan Cement Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM8,955 Mil. Malayan Cement Bhd's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was RM933 Mil. Therefore, Malayan Cement Bhd's EV-to-FCF for today is 9.60.

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

XKLS:3794' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1410.45   Med: 19.3   Max: 880.92
Current: 9.45

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Malayan Cement Bhd was 880.92. The lowest was -1410.45. And the median was 19.30.

XKLS:3794's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
70.18% of 275 companies
in the Building Materials industry
Industry Median: 18.38 vs XKLS:3794: 9.45

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 (2026-09-09), Malayan Cement Bhd's stock price is RM5.62. Malayan Cement Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was RM0.475. Therefore, Malayan Cement Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 11.83.


Malayan Cement Bhd  (XKLS:3794) 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.

Malayan Cement Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=5.62/0.475
=11.83

Malayan Cement Bhd's share price for today is RM5.62.
Malayan Cement Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM0.475.

* 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.


Malayan Cement Bhd EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Malayan Cement Bhd EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Malayan Cement 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.

Malayan Cement Bhd EV-to-FCF Chart

Malayan Cement Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec15 Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25 Jun26
EV-to-FCF
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Malayan Cement Bhd Quarterly Data
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XKLS:3794 vs CRH, MLM, VMC: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Building Materials subindustry, Malayan Cement 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.


Malayan Cement Bhd EV-to-FCF vs Building Materials Industry

For the Building Materials industry and Basic Materials sector, Malayan Cement Bhd's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


XKLS:3794
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Malayan Cement Bhd EV-to-FCF Calculation

Malayan Cement Bhd's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=8954.588/932.848
=9.60

Malayan Cement Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM8,955 Mil.
Malayan Cement Bhd's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM933 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 9.60 mean?
Malayan Cement Bhd (XKLS:3794) has a EV-to-FCF of 9.60 as of Sep. 09, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Malayan Cement Bhd and its competitors. This is 50% below median its historical median of 19.30. According to the industry distribution chart, Malayan Cement Bhd ranks #82 out of 275 companies in the Building Materials industry, placing it in the top 29.8%.
Is Malayan Cement Bhd's EV-to-FCF too high?
Malayan Cement Bhd's current EV-to-FCF of 9.60 is 50% below median its 10-year median of 19.30. The Building Materials industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.38. Malayan Cement Bhd's value of 9.60 is 47.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Malayan Cement Bhd ranks #82 out of 275 companies in the Building Materials industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Malayan Cement Bhd has a GF Score™ of 87/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Malayan Cement Bhd's EV-to-FCF compare to CRH and MLM?
According to the Building Materials industry distribution chart, Malayan Cement Bhd ranks #82 out of 275 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Malayan Cement Bhd in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.38. Malayan Cement Bhd's value of 9.60 is 47.8% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 19.30 vs. the industry median of 18.38, Malayan Cement 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-FCF for a Building Materials company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Building Materials companies is 18.38, based on 275 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. Malayan Cement Bhd's current EV-to-FCF of 9.60 is 47.8% 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-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 Malayan Cement Bhd and its competitors. For the Building Materials industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.38 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Malayan Cement Bhd's current EV-to-FCF is 9.60, which is 50% below median its own 10-year median of 19.30. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Malayan Cement Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Malayan Cement Bhd (XKLS:3794) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM5.64, compared to a current price of RM5.62 — trading 0.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 9.60, which is 50% below median its 10-year median of 19.30 and 47.8% below the Building Materials industry median of 18.38. Malayan Cement Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 87/100 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 Malayan Cement Bhd (XKLS:3794), the current EV-to-FCF is 9.60 as of Sep. 09, 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 Malayan Cement Bhd (XKLS:3794) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Malayan Cement Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM5.62 is trading 0.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM5.64. GuruFocus considers Malayan Cement Bhd to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:3794:

  • EV-to-FCF: 9.60 (50% below median its 10-year median of 19.30)
  • GF Value™: RM5.64 vs. price of RM5.62 (0.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 87/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 47.8% below the Building Materials median (#82 of 275)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:3794 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Malayan Cement Bhd Business Description

Address 205 Jalan Bukit Bintang, 28th Floor, Menara YTL, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 55100
Malayan Cement Bhd is a cement and building materials group in Malaysia and Singapore. It is a producer of cement, ready-mixed concrete, drymix, and quarry products, which are used in the residential and commercial building industry and also have various applications in infrastructure and other industries. The company's operating divisions are Cement, and Aggregates and Concrete. A majority of its revenue is generated from the Cement segment which also includes its drymix and waste management business. Geographically, it derives key revenue from Malaysia and the rest from Singapore.
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