Southern Steel Bhd (XKLS:5665) EV-to-FCF: 234.66 (As of Jul. 05, 2026)


XKLS:5665 Southern Steel Bhd XKLS:5665
31 GF Score
Price RM0.40
GF Value RM0.26
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Southern Steel Bhd EV-to-FCF?

Southern Steel Bhd XKLS:5665 -2.47% 31 EV-to-FCF is 234.66 as of Jul. 05, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5665 with a GF Score™ of 31/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.26 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 359 Steel companies, Southern Steel Bhd ranks worse than 95.82% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Southern Steel Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM795 Mil. Southern Steel Bhd's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Sep. 2025 was RM3 Mil. Therefore, Southern Steel Bhd's EV-to-FCF for today is 234.66.

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

XKLS:5665' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -144.99   Med: -8.84   Max: 456.27
Current: 234.66

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Southern Steel Bhd was 456.27. The lowest was -144.99. And the median was -8.84.

XKLS:5665's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
95.82% of 359 companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 16.04 vs XKLS:5665: 234.66

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 (2026-07-05), Southern Steel Bhd's stock price is RM0.395. Southern Steel Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Sep. 2025 was RM-0.030. Therefore, Southern Steel Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Southern Steel Bhd  (XKLS:5665) 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.

Southern Steel Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.395/-0.030
=At Loss

Southern Steel Bhd's share price for today is RM0.395.
Southern Steel Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Sep. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM-0.030.

* 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.


Southern Steel Bhd EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Southern Steel Bhd EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Southern Steel 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.

Southern Steel Bhd EV-to-FCF Chart

Southern Steel Bhd Annual Data
Trend Jun15 Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24
EV-to-FCF
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Southern Steel Bhd Quarterly Data
Dec20 Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25
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 18.42 14.66 -13.40 221.14 -11.68

XKLS:5665 vs NUE, STLD, RS: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Southern Steel 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.


Southern Steel Bhd EV-to-FCF vs Steel Industry

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

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


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Southern Steel Bhd EV-to-FCF Calculation

Southern Steel Bhd's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=795.257/3.389
=234.66

Southern Steel Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM795 Mil.
Southern Steel Bhd's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Sep. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM3 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 234.66 mean?
Southern Steel Bhd (XKLS:5665) has a EV-to-FCF of 234.66 as of Jul. 05, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Southern Steel Bhd and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Southern Steel Bhd ranks #344 out of 359 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 95.8%.
Is Southern Steel Bhd's EV-to-FCF too high?
Southern Steel Bhd's current EV-to-FCF is 234.66. The Steel industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.04. Southern Steel Bhd's value of 234.66 is 1363% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Southern Steel Bhd ranks #344 out of 359 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Southern Steel Bhd has a GF Score™ of 31/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Southern Steel Bhd's EV-to-FCF compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Southern Steel Bhd ranks #344 out of 359 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Southern Steel Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.04. Southern Steel Bhd's value of 234.66 is 1363% above this benchmark. 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 Steel company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Steel companies is 16.04, based on 359 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. Southern Steel Bhd's current EV-to-FCF of 234.66 is 1363% 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 Southern Steel Bhd and its competitors. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 16.04 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Southern Steel Bhd's current EV-to-FCF is 234.66. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Southern Steel Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Southern Steel Bhd (XKLS:5665) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.26, compared to a current price of RM0.40 — trading 51.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 234.66 and 1363% above the Steel industry median of 16.04. Southern Steel Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 31/100 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 Southern Steel Bhd (XKLS:5665), the current EV-to-FCF is 234.66 as of Jul. 05, 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 Southern Steel Bhd (XKLS:5665) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Southern Steel Bhd stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of RM0.40 is trading 51.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.26. GuruFocus considers Southern Steel Bhd to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5665:

  • EV-to-FCF: 234.66
  • GF Value™: RM0.26 vs. price of RM0.40 (51.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 31/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 1363% above the Steel median (#344 of 359)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5665 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Southern Steel Bhd Business Description

Address 2723, Lorong Perusahaan 12, Prai Industrial Estate, Prai, PNG, MYS, 13600
Southern Steel Bhd is an investment holding company involved in the manufacturing, sale and trading of steel bars and related products, while the principal activities of its subsidiaries include the manufacturing, sale and trading in billets, steel bars, wire rods, pre-stressed concrete strands, bars and wires, steel pipes, steel wires, and other related products, as well as rental of properties and investment holding. The company comprises the following reportable segments: Steel products, Investment holding and others and Hot rolled coil operation. The company derived the majority of revenue from the sale of its products: bars, wire rod, wire mesh, cut and bend and pre-stressed concrete wire.
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