British and Malayan Holdings (SGX:CJN) Beta: -1.6098 (As of Aug. 20, 2026)

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SGX:CJN British and Malayan Holdings Ltd SGX:CJN
23 GF Score
Price S$1.92
GF Value S$0.52
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is British and Malayan Holdings Beta?

British and Malayan Holdings SGX:CJN 23 Beta is -1.6098 as of Aug. 20, 2026. GuruFocus rates SGX:CJN with a GF Score™ of 23/100 and a GF Value™ of S$0.52 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. As of today (2026-08-20), British and Malayan Holdings's Beta is -1.6098.


British and Malayan Holdings  (SGX:CJN) Beta Explanation

Beta is a measure of the volatility, or systematic risk, of a security or a portfolio in comparison to the market as a whole. We usually compare beta to 1. A beta of 1 indicates that the security's price will move with the market. A beta of less than 1 means that the security will be less volatile than the market. A beta of greater than 1 indicates that the security's price will be more volatile than the market.

Beta is primarily used in the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) to calculate the Cost of Equity, which can be used in the calculation of WACC %. The formula of Cost of Equity is:
Cost of Equity = Risk-Free Rate of Return + Beta of Asset * (Expected Return of the Market - Risk-Free Rate of Return)


British and Malayan Holdings Beta Related Terms


British and Malayan Holdings Beta Historical Data

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The historical data trend for British and Malayan Holdings's Beta can be seen below:

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* 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.

British and Malayan Holdings Beta Chart

British and Malayan Holdings Annual Data
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Beta
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British and Malayan Holdings Semi-Annual Data
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SGX:CJN vs BLK, BX, KKR: Beta Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, British and Malayan Holdings's Beta, along with its competitors' market caps and Beta 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.


British and Malayan Holdings Beta vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, British and Malayan Holdings's Beta distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where British and Malayan Holdings's Beta falls into.


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British and Malayan Holdings Beta Calculation

Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. A stock's beta can be calculated by dividing the product of the covariance of the individual stock's returns and the market's returns by the variance of the market's returns over a specified period. Basically, GuruFocus uses the returns calculated over three-year period.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Beta →
What does a Beta of -1.6098 mean?
British and Malayan Holdings (SGX:CJN) has a Beta of -1.6098 as of Aug. 20, 2026. Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. View historical data for British and Malayan Holdings and its competitors.
Is British and Malayan Holdings' Beta too high?
British and Malayan Holdings' current Beta is -1.6098. Overall, British and Malayan Holdings has a GF Score™ of 23/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does British and Malayan Holdings' Beta compare to BLK and BX?
British and Malayan Holdings' Beta of -1.6098 can be compared against companies in the Asset Management industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Beta for an Asset Management company?
A good Beta depends on the Asset Management industry context. However, Beta 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 Beta mean?
A high Beta can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. View historical data for British and Malayan Holdings and its competitors. British and Malayan Holdings's current Beta is -1.6098. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is British and Malayan Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, British and Malayan Holdings (SGX:CJN) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is S$0.52, compared to a current price of S$1.92 — trading 269.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Beta is -1.6098. British and Malayan Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 23/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Beta calculated?
Beta is calculated from a company's financial statements. For British and Malayan Holdings (SGX:CJN), the current Beta is -1.6098 as of Aug. 20, 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 British and Malayan Holdings (SGX:CJN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, British and Malayan Holdings stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of S$1.92 is trading 269.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of S$0.52. GuruFocus considers British and Malayan Holdings to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for SGX:CJN:

  • Beta: -1.6098
  • GF Value™: S$0.52 vs. price of S$1.92 (269.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 23/100 with 5 warning signs

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


British and Malayan Holdings Business Description

Address 1 Coleman Street, Number 06-11 The Adelphi, Singapore, SGP, 179803
British and Malayan Holdings Ltd is an investment holding company. Its only operating segment being the provision of trustee services. The company generates revenue from Trustee fees and Other service fees. Its services include Family Services; Estates; Charities; Real Estate Services; Corporate; Funds; and Asset Structuring.
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