Binasat Communications Bhd (XKLS:0195) Beta: 0.1767 (As of Aug. 01, 2026)

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What is Binasat Communications Bhd Beta?

Binasat Communications Bhd XKLS:0195 Beta is 0.1767 as of Aug. 01, 2026. 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 (2026-08-01), Binasat Communications Bhd's Beta is 0.1767.


Binasat Communications Bhd  (XKLS:0195) 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)


Binasat Communications Bhd Beta Related Terms


Binasat Communications Bhd Beta Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Binasat Communications Bhd's Beta 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.

Binasat Communications Bhd Beta Chart

Binasat Communications Bhd Annual Data
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Binasat Communications Bhd Quarterly Data
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XKLS:0195 vs VZ, TMUS, T: Beta Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, Binasat Communications Bhd'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.


Binasat Communications Bhd Beta vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Binasat Communications Bhd's Beta distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Binasat Communications Bhd's Beta falls into.



Binasat Communications Bhd 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 0.1767 mean?
Binasat Communications Bhd (XKLS:0195) has a Beta of 0.1767 as of Aug. 01, 2026. Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. View historical data for Binasat Communications Bhd and its competitors.
Is Binasat Communications Bhd's Beta too high?
Binasat Communications Bhd's current Beta is 0.1767.
How does Binasat Communications Bhd's Beta compare to VZ and TMUS?
Binasat Communications Bhd's Beta of 0.1767 can be compared against companies in the Telecommunication Services 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 a Telecommunication Services company?
A good Beta depends on the Telecommunication Services 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 Binasat Communications Bhd and its competitors. Binasat Communications Bhd's current Beta is 0.1767. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Binasat Communications Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Binasat Communications Bhd (XKLS:0195) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.22, compared to a current price of RM0.07 — trading 68.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Beta is 0.1767. 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 Binasat Communications Bhd (XKLS:0195), the current Beta is 0.1767 as of Aug. 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.

Binasat Communications Bhd Business Description

Address Jalan Teknologi 4, Menara Binasat, Lot PT 13824, Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, MYS, 57000
Binasat Communications Bhd is engaged in investment holding. The company provides support services for VSAT Network Engineering Services, Mobile Network Engineering Services, Fiber Network Engineering Services, Satellite Hub/Teleport, and Digital Satellite News Gathering (DSNG) Services. It has segments that are Satellite, mobile, and fiber optic telecommunications networks and power and telecommunication infrastructure works. The company derives almost all of its revenue from Satellite, mobile, and fiber optic telecommunications networks. It operates predominantly in Malaysia.