Ho Wah Genting Bhd (XKLS:9601) EV-to-FCF: -2.04 (As of Sep. 01, 2026)

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What is Ho Wah Genting Bhd EV-to-FCF?

Ho Wah Genting Bhd XKLS:9601 -5.56% EV-to-FCF is -2.04 as of Sep. 01, 2026. The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,686 Industrial Products companies, Ho Wah Genting Bhd ranks worse than 59311.92% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Ho Wah Genting Bhd's Enterprise Value is RM58.3 Mil. Ho Wah Genting Bhd's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was RM-28.5 Mil. Therefore, Ho Wah Genting Bhd's EV-to-FCF for today is -2.04.

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

XKLS:9601' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -60.28   Med: 0.78   Max: 429.48
Current: -2.09

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Ho Wah Genting Bhd was 429.48. The lowest was -60.28. And the median was 0.78.

XKLS:9601's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 1686 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 24.215 vs XKLS:9601: -2.09

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 (2026-09-01), Ho Wah Genting Bhd's stock price is RM0.085. Ho Wah Genting Bhd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was RM-0.006. Therefore, Ho Wah Genting Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Ho Wah Genting Bhd  (XKLS:9601) 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.

Ho Wah Genting Bhd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.085/-0.006
=At Loss

Ho Wah Genting Bhd's share price for today is RM0.085.
Ho Wah Genting 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 RM-0.006.

* 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.


Ho Wah Genting Bhd EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Ho Wah Genting Bhd EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Ho Wah Genting 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.

Ho Wah Genting Bhd EV-to-FCF Chart

Ho Wah Genting Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec14 Dec15 Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Apr22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Ho Wah Genting Bhd Quarterly Data
Jul21 Oct21 Jan22 Apr22 Jul22 Oct22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 -43.04 -2.83 5.82 2.92 -2.26

XKLS:9601 vs VRT, BE, HUBB: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Electrical Equipment & Parts subindustry, Ho Wah Genting 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.


Ho Wah Genting Bhd EV-to-FCF vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Ho Wah Genting Bhd's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Ho Wah Genting Bhd's EV-to-FCF falls into.



Ho Wah Genting Bhd EV-to-FCF Calculation

Ho Wah Genting Bhd's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=58.274/-28.524
=-2.04

Ho Wah Genting Bhd's current Enterprise Value is RM58.3 Mil.
Ho Wah Genting 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 RM-28.5 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 -2.04 mean?
Ho Wah Genting Bhd (XKLS:9601) has a EV-to-FCF of -2.04 as of Sep. 01, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Ho Wah Genting Bhd and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Ho Wah Genting Bhd ranks #999999 out of 1686 companies in the Industrial Products industry.
Is Ho Wah Genting Bhd's EV-to-FCF too high?
Ho Wah Genting Bhd's current EV-to-FCF is -2.04. Based on the distribution chart, Ho Wah Genting Bhd ranks #999999 out of 1686 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers.
How does Ho Wah Genting Bhd's EV-to-FCF compare to VRT and BE?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Ho Wah Genting Bhd ranks #999999 out of 1686 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Ho Wah Genting Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 24.22. 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Industrial Products companies is 24.22, based on 1,686 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. 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 Ho Wah Genting Bhd and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 24.22 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Ho Wah Genting Bhd's current EV-to-FCF is -2.04. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ho Wah Genting Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ho Wah Genting Bhd (XKLS:9601) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.13, compared to a current price of RM0.09 — trading 34.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -2.04. 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 Ho Wah Genting Bhd (XKLS:9601), the current EV-to-FCF is -2.04 as of Sep. 01, 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.

Ho Wah Genting Bhd Business Description

Address No. 35, Jalan Maharajalela, 3rd Floor, Wisma Ho Wah Genting, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 50150
Ho Wah Genting Bhd is an integrated manufacturer engaged in manufacturing of wires and cables, power supply cord sets, and moulded cable assemblies for original equipment manufacturers (OEM) of electrical and electronic devices and for original design manufacturers (ODM). Its segments include Investment engaged in investment in properties and investment by the holding company; Moulded power supply cord sets engaged in manufacturing and trading of wires and cables, moulded power supply cord sets and cable assemblies for electrical and electronic devices and equipment; and Healthcare engaged in healthcare related businesses which includes the health supplement, biotechnology and healthcare technology.