Central Global Bhd (XKLS:8052) Goodwill-to-Asset: 0.02 (As of Jun. 2025)

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XKLS:8052 Central Global Bhd XKLS:8052
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What is Central Global Bhd Goodwill-to-Asset?

Central Global Bhd XKLS:8052 -0.57% 40 Goodwill-to-Asset is 0.02 as of Jun. 2025. GuruFocus rates XKLS:8052 with a GF Score™ of 40/100.

Goodwill to Asset ratio measures how much goodwill a company is recording compared to the total level of its assets. Central Global Bhd's Goodwill for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2025 was RM8.1 Mil. Central Global Bhd's Total Assets for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2025 was RM400.4 Mil. Therefore, Central Global Bhd's Goodwill to Asset Ratio for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2025 was 0.02.


Central Global Bhd  (XKLS:8052) Goodwill-to-Asset Explanation

If the goodwill-to-asset ratio increases, it can mean that the company is recording a proportionately higher amount of goodwill, assuming total assets are remaining constant. It is generally good to see a company increasing its assets regularly; however, if these increases are coming from intangible assets, such as goodwill, the increases may not be as good.

Increases in the goodwill-to-asset ratio might suggest that a company has been aggressively acquiring other firms or has seen its tangible assets decrease in value. When a large portion of total assets are attributable to intangible assets (such as goodwill), the company may be at risk of having that portion of its asset base wiped out quickly if it must record any goodwill impairments. Decreases in the goodwill-to-assets ratio suggest that the company has either written down some goodwill or increased its tangible assets.

Asset needs vary from industry to industry. This is why comparing goodwill-to-assets ratios is generally most meaningful among companies within the same industry. By comparing a company's goodwill to assets ratio to those of other companies within the same industry, investors can get a feel for how a company is managing its goodwill.


Central Global Bhd Goodwill-to-Asset Related Terms


Central Global Bhd Goodwill-to-Asset Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Central Global Bhd's Goodwill-to-Asset 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.

Central Global Bhd Goodwill-to-Asset Chart

Central Global Bhd Annual Data
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Central Global Bhd Quarterly Data
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XKLS:8052 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Goodwill-to-Asset Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Central Global Bhd's Goodwill-to-Asset, along with its competitors' market caps and Goodwill-to-Asset 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.


Central Global Bhd Goodwill-to-Asset vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Central Global Bhd's Goodwill-to-Asset distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Central Global Bhd's Goodwill-to-Asset falls into.


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Central Global Bhd Goodwill-to-Asset Calculation

Goodwill to Asset ratio measures how much goodwill a company is recording compared to the total level of its assets.

It is calculated by dividing goodwill by total assets.

Central Global Bhd's Goodwill to Asset Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2023 is calculated as

Goodwill to Asset (A: Dec. 2023 )=Goodwill/Total Assets
=21.145/237.127
=0.09

Central Global Bhd's Goodwill to Asset Ratio for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2025 is calculated as

Goodwill to Asset (Q: Jun. 2025 )=Goodwill/Total Assets
=8.09/400.435
=0.02

* 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 Goodwill-to-Asset →
What does a Goodwill-to-Asset of 0.02 mean?
Central Global Bhd (XKLS:8052) has a Goodwill-to-Asset of 0.02 as of Jun. 2025. Goodwill-to-Asset Ratio is the total goodwill from acquisitions divided by total assets. View historical data on Central Global Bhd and its competitors.
Is Central Global Bhd's Goodwill-to-Asset too high?
Central Global Bhd's current Goodwill-to-Asset is 0.02. Overall, Central Global Bhd has a GF Score™ of 40/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Central Global Bhd's Goodwill-to-Asset compare to LIN and SHW?
Central Global Bhd's Goodwill-to-Asset of 0.02 can be compared against companies in the Chemicals industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Goodwill-to-Asset for a Chemicals company?
A good Goodwill-to-Asset depends on the Chemicals industry context. However, Goodwill-to-Asset 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 Goodwill-to-Asset mean?
A high Goodwill-to-Asset can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Goodwill-to-Asset Ratio is the total goodwill from acquisitions divided by total assets. View historical data on Central Global Bhd and its competitors. Central Global Bhd's current Goodwill-to-Asset is 0.02. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Central Global Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Central Global Bhd (XKLS:8052) has a current Goodwill-to-Asset of 0.02. The current Goodwill-to-Asset is 0.02. Central Global Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 40/100. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Goodwill-to-Asset calculated?
Goodwill-to-Asset is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Central Global Bhd (XKLS:8052), the current Goodwill-to-Asset is 0.02 as of Jun. 2025. 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.

Central Global Bhd Business Description

Address Bandar Sri Permaisuri, Jalan 5/106, A5-06 Block A Plaza Dwi Tasik, Kuala Lumpur, MYS, 56000
Central Global Bhd is a manufacturer of industrial tapes and labels stock. These are provided for professional auto spray painting, packing, advertising applications, general labeling, and identification. The group's reportable segment comprises manufacturing and sale of self-adhesive label stocks and tapes, construction contracts, trading, and others. The adhesive tape products include masking tape, painter tape, foam tape, tissue tape, polyester tape, acrylic tape, cloth tape, and others. The construction segment derives majority revenue.
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