Malaysian Resources Bhd (XKLS:1651) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 0.25 (As of Aug. 05, 2026) — 31% Below Median

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XKLS:1651 Malaysian Resources Corp Bhd XKLS:1651
32 GF Score
Price RM0.31
GF Value RM0.41
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Malaysian Resources Bhd Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

Malaysian Resources Bhd XKLS:1651 32 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.25 as of Aug. 05, 2026, which is 31% below its 10-year median of 0.36. GuruFocus rates XKLS:1651 with a GF Score™ of 32/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.41 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,342 Construction companies, Malaysian Resources Bhd ranks better than 91.06% on this metric.

As of today (2026-08-05), Malaysian Resources Bhd's current share price is RM0.31. Malaysian Resources Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM1.26. Malaysian Resources Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 0.25.

The historical rank and industry rank for Malaysian Resources Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

XKLS:1651' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.22   Med: 0.36   Max: 0.56
Current: 0.25

During the past years, Malaysian Resources Bhd's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 0.56. The lowest was 0.22. And the median was 0.36.

XKLS:1651's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked better than
91.06% of 1342 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 1.145 vs XKLS:1651: 0.25

The Shiller PE Ratio was first used by professor Robert Shiller. He uses E10 for his Shiller PE Ratio calculation. E10 is the average of the inflation adjusted earnings per share of a company over the past 10 years. The similar calculation is applied by GuruFocus to calculate the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. The Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share is the average of the inflation adjusted book value per share of a company over the past 10 years.

Malaysian Resources Bhd's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM1.035. Add all the adjusted book value per share for the past 10 years together and divide the count will get our Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share, which is RM1.26 for the trailing ten years ended in Mar. 2026.

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Malaysian Resources Bhd  (XKLS:1651) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Explanation

Compared with the regular PB Ratio, which works poorly for cyclical businesses, the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio smoothed out the fluctuations of book value during business cycles. Therefore it is more accurate in reflecting the valuation of the company.

If a company has consistent business performance, the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio should give similar results to regular PB Ratio.


Malaysian Resources Bhd Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


Malaysian Resources Bhd Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Malaysian Resources Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio 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.

Malaysian Resources Bhd Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

Malaysian Resources Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
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Malaysian Resources Bhd Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio 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 0.34 0.38 0.41 0.30 0.21

XKLS:1651 vs PWR, FIX, EME: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Malaysian Resources Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio 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.


Malaysian Resources Bhd Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Malaysian Resources Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Malaysian Resources Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio falls into.


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Malaysian Resources Bhd Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Calculation

Like the Shiller PE Ratio, the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio takes the Book Value per Share from the past 10 years, adjusts it for inflation, and then calculates the average. This average is then used for the P/B calculation. Because it considers this 10-year average, it's often referred to as the CAPB Ratio.

The Shiller PE Ratio was first used by professor Robert Shiller to measure the valuation of the overall market. The similar calculation is applied by GuruFocus to calculate the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio.

Malaysian Resources Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=0.31/1.26
=0.25

* 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.

Malaysian Resources Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

For example, Malaysian Resources Bhd's adjusted Book Value per Share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was:

Adj_Book=Book Value per Share/CPI of Mar. 2026 (Change)*Current CPI (Mar. 2026)
=1.035/330.2130*330.2130
=1.035

Current CPI (Mar. 2026) = 330.2130.

Malaysian Resources Bhd Quarterly Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201606 1.180 241.018 1.617
201609 1.080 241.428 1.477
201612 1.190 241.432 1.628
201703 1.197 243.801 1.621
201706 1.203 244.955 1.622
201709 0.682 246.819 0.912
201712 1.098 246.524 1.471
201803 1.103 249.554 1.460
201806 1.110 251.989 1.455
201809 1.093 252.439 1.430
201812 1.100 251.233 1.446
201903 1.100 254.202 1.429
201906 1.103 256.143 1.422
201909 1.084 256.759 1.394
201912 1.080 256.974 1.388
202003 1.090 258.115 1.394
202006 1.031 257.797 1.321
202009 1.031 260.280 1.308
202012 1.031 260.474 1.307
202103 1.033 264.877 1.288
202106 1.002 271.696 1.218
202109 0.995 274.310 1.198
202112 1.010 278.802 1.196
202203 1.013 287.504 1.163
202206 1.006 296.311 1.121
202209 1.011 296.808 1.125
202212 1.014 296.797 1.128
202303 1.016 301.836 1.112
202306 1.009 305.109 1.092
202309 1.009 307.789 1.083
202312 1.028 306.746 1.107
202403 1.029 312.332 1.088
202406 1.030 314.175 1.083
202409 1.032 315.301 1.081
202412 1.033 315.605 1.081
202503 1.035 319.799 1.069
202506 1.028 322.561 1.052
202509 1.029 324.800 1.046
202512 1.034 324.054 1.054
202603 1.035 330.213 1.035

Add all the adjusted book value per share together and divide the count will get our Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share.

Please note that we use the CPI data of the country/region where the company is headquartered. If the CPI data for that country/region is not available, then we will use the CPI data of the United States as default.

What does a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.25 mean?
Malaysian Resources Bhd (XKLS:1651) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.25 as of Aug. 05, 2026. Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is the ratio of share price to a company's inflation-adjusted book value per share over a 10-year period. View historical data on Malaysian Resources Bhd and its competitors. This is 31% below median its historical median of 0.36. Over the past decade, Malaysian Resources Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.22 to 0.56. According to the industry distribution chart, Malaysian Resources Bhd ranks #120 out of 1342 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 8.9%.
Is Malaysian Resources Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Malaysian Resources Bhd's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.25 is 31% below median its 10-year median of 0.36. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.22 to a high of 0.56. The Construction industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.15. Malaysian Resources Bhd's value of 0.25 is 78.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Malaysian Resources Bhd ranks #120 out of 1342 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Malaysian Resources Bhd has a GF Score™ of 32/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Malaysian Resources Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Malaysian Resources Bhd ranks #120 out of 1342 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places Malaysian Resources Bhd in the top 9% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.15. Malaysian Resources Bhd's value of 0.25 is 78.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Malaysian Resources Bhd's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.22 to 0.56 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.36 vs. the industry median of 1.15, Malaysian Resources 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 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for a Construction company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Construction companies is 1.15, based on 1,342 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Malaysian Resources Bhd's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.25 is 78.2% 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 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio mean?
A high Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is the ratio of share price to a company's inflation-adjusted book value per share over a 10-year period. View historical data on Malaysian Resources Bhd and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.15 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Malaysian Resources Bhd's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.25, which is 31% below median its own 10-year median of 0.36. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Malaysian Resources Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Malaysian Resources Bhd (XKLS:1651) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.41, compared to a current price of RM0.31 — trading 24.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.25, which is 31% below median its 10-year median of 0.36 and 78.2% below the Construction industry median of 1.15. Malaysian Resources Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 32/100 with 8 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio calculated?
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Malaysian Resources Bhd (XKLS:1651), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.25 as of Aug. 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 Malaysian Resources Bhd (XKLS:1651) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Malaysian Resources Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.31 is trading 24.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.41. GuruFocus considers Malaysian Resources Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:1651:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 0.25 (31% below median its 10-year median of 0.36)
  • GF Value™: RM0.41 vs. price of RM0.31 (24.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 32/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 78.2% below the Construction median (#120 of 1342)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:1651 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Malaysian Resources Bhd Business Description

Address No. 203, Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Level 30, Menara Allianz Sentral, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, Kuala Lumpur, MYS, 50470
Malaysian Resources Corp Bhd is an investment holding company engaged in construction and property development. The group has four reportable segments: Property development and Investment, Engineering, Construction and environment, which generates the majority of revenue, facilities management and parking, and others. Geographically, it derives the majority of its revenue from Malaysia and also has a presence in Australia and New Zealand.
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