Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd (XKLS:7033) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 0.50 (As of Jul. 27, 2026) — 41% Below Median

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XKLS:7033 Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd XKLS:7033
66 GF Score
Price RM0.58
GF Value RM1.06
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd XKLS:7033 +0.87% 66 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.50 as of Jul. 27, 2026, which is 41% below its 10-year median of 0.85. GuruFocus rates XKLS:7033 with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.06 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,278 Industrial Products companies, Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd ranks better than 88.94% on this metric.

As of today (2026-07-27), Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's current share price is RM0.58. Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was RM1.15. Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 0.50.

The historical rank and industry rank for Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

XKLS:7033' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.4   Med: 0.85   Max: 3.01
Current: 0.5

During the past years, Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 3.01. The lowest was 0.40. And the median was 0.85.

XKLS:7033's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked better than
88.94% of 2278 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 2.11 vs XKLS:7033: 0.50

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.

Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was RM1.221. 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 RM1.15 for the trailing ten years ended in Apr. 2026.

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Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd  (XKLS:7033) 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.


Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kumpulan H & L High-Tech 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.

Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd Annual Data
Trend Oct16 Oct17 Oct18 Oct19 Oct20 Oct21 Oct22 Oct23 Oct24 Oct25
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
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Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd Quarterly Data
Jul21 Oct21 Jan22 Apr22 Jul22 Oct22 Jan23 Apr23 Jul23 Oct23 Jan24 Apr24 Jul24 Oct24 Jan25 Apr25 Jul25 Oct25 Jan26 Apr26
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 0.69 0.69 0.66 0.63 0.50

XKLS:7033 vs CRS, ATI, MLI: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Metal Fabrication subindustry, Kumpulan H & L High-Tech 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.


Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio falls into.


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Kumpulan H & L High-Tech 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.

Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=0.58/1.15
=0.50

* 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.

Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 is calculated as:

For example, Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's adjusted Book Value per Share data for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was:

Adj_Book=Book Value per Share/CPI of Apr. 2026 (Change)*Current CPI (Apr. 2026)
=1.221/333.0200*333.0200
=1.221

Current CPI (Apr. 2026) = 333.0200.

Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd Quarterly Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201607 0.734 240.628 1.016
201610 0.763 241.729 1.051
201701 0.773 242.839 1.060
201704 0.771 244.524 1.050
201707 0.777 244.786 1.057
201710 0.828 246.663 1.118
201801 0.825 247.867 1.108
201804 0.825 250.546 1.097
201807 0.844 252.006 1.115
201810 0.846 252.885 1.114
201901 0.844 251.712 1.117
201904 0.848 255.548 1.105
201907 0.857 256.571 1.112
201910 0.865 257.346 1.119
202001 0.868 257.971 1.121
202004 0.855 256.389 1.111
202007 0.869 259.101 1.117
202010 0.879 260.388 1.124
202101 0.894 261.582 1.138
202104 0.897 267.054 1.119
202107 0.934 273.003 1.139
202110 0.953 276.589 1.147
202201 0.969 281.148 1.148
202204 0.973 289.109 1.121
202207 0.988 296.276 1.111
202210 1.081 298.012 1.208
202301 1.092 299.170 1.216
202304 1.088 303.363 1.194
202307 1.106 305.691 1.205
202310 1.149 307.671 1.244
202401 1.150 308.417 1.242
202404 1.142 313.548 1.213
202407 1.145 314.540 1.212
202410 1.191 315.664 1.256
202501 1.175 317.671 1.232
202504 1.175 320.795 1.220
202507 1.193 323.048 1.230
202510 1.217 0.000
202601 1.225 325.252 1.254
202604 1.221 333.020 1.221

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 0.50 mean?
Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd (XKLS:7033) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.50 as of Jul. 27, 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 Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd and its competitors. This is 41% below median its historical median of 0.85. Over the past decade, Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.40 to 3.01. According to the industry distribution chart, Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd ranks #252 out of 2278 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 11.1%.
Is Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.50 is 41% below median its 10-year median of 0.85. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.40 to a high of 3.01. The Industrial Products industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.11. Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's value of 0.50 is 76.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd ranks #252 out of 2278 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to CRS and ATI?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd ranks #252 out of 2278 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd in the top 11% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.11. Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's value of 0.50 is 76.3% below this benchmark. Historically, Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 0.40 to 3.01 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.85 vs. the industry median of 2.11, Kumpulan H & L High-Tech 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Industrial Products companies is 2.11, based on 2,278 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. Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 0.50 is 76.3% 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 Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 2.11 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.50, which is 41% below median its own 10-year median of 0.85. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd (XKLS:7033) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.06, compared to a current price of RM0.58 — trading 45.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.50, which is 41% below median its 10-year median of 0.85 and 76.3% below the Industrial Products industry median of 2.11. Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 with 3 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 Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd (XKLS:7033), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 0.50 as of Jul. 27, 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 Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd (XKLS:7033) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.58 is trading 45.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.06. GuruFocus considers Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:7033:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 0.50 (41% below median its 10-year median of 0.85)
  • GF Value™: RM1.06 vs. price of RM0.58 (45.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 66/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 76.3% below the Industrial Products median (#252 of 2278)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:7033 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd Business Description

Address No. 6, Jalan TSB 1, Taman Industri Sungai Buloh, Sungai Buloh, SGR, MYS, 47000
Kumpulan H & L High-Tech Bhd is engaged in manufacturing precision engineering moulds and machine parts, and customized precision engineering plastic injection moulds and components, property investment and property development, and cultivation of oil palm plantations. Its segments consist of Manufacturing and trading that manufactures and sells precision engineering moulds and other precision; Property Investment that engages in investment holding; Plantation engaged in the cultivation of oil palm, and Property Development which joins property development projects. The majority of the revenue is derived from the Property Investment segment. Apart from Malaysia, the company also operates in Europe, the USA, and China.
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