MSB Global Group Bhd (XKLS:0350) Gross Margin %: 37.21% (As of Mar. 2026) — Near Median


What is MSB Global Group Bhd Gross Margin %?

MSB Global Group Bhd XKLS:0350 -5.56% Gross Margin % is 37.21% as of Mar. 2026, which is 8% above its 10-year median of 34.59. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,308 Vehicles & Parts companies, MSB Global Group Bhd ranks better than 81.65% on this metric.

Gross Margin % is calculated as gross profit divided by its revenue. MSB Global Group Bhd's Gross Profit for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM4.75 Mil. MSB Global Group Bhd's Revenue for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM12.75 Mil. Therefore, MSB Global Group Bhd's Gross Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 37.21%.


The historical rank and industry rank for MSB Global Group Bhd's Gross Margin % or its related term are showing as below:

XKLS:0350' s Gross Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 32.8   Med: 34.59   Max: 40.76
Current: 36.3


During the past 5 years, the highest Gross Margin % of MSB Global Group Bhd was 40.76%. The lowest was 32.80%. And the median was 34.59%.

XKLS:0350's Gross Margin % is ranked better than
81.65% of 1308 companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 19.8 vs XKLS:0350: 36.30

MSB Global Group Bhd had a gross margin of 37.21% for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 => Competition eroding margins

The 5-Year average Growth Rate of Gross Margin for MSB Global Group Bhd was 0.00% per year.


MSB Global Group Bhd  (XKLS:0350) Gross Margin % Explanation

Warren Buffett believes that firms with excellent long term economics tend to have consistently higher margins.

Durable competitive advantage creates a high Gross Margin % because of the freedom to price in excess of cost. Companies can be categorized by their Gross Margin %

1. Greater than 40% = Durable competitive advantage
2. Less than 40% = Competition eroding margins
3. Less than 20% = no sustainable competitive advantage
Consistency of Gross Margin is key

MSB Global Group Bhd had a gross margin of 37.21% for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 => Competition eroding margins


Be Aware

If a company loses its competitive advantages, usually its gross margin declines well before its sales declines. Watching Gross Margin % and Operating Margin % closely helps avoid value trap situations.


MSB Global Group Bhd Gross Margin % Related Terms


MSB Global Group Bhd Gross Margin % Historical Data

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The historical data trend for MSB Global Group Bhd's Gross Margin % 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.

MSB Global Group Bhd Gross Margin % Chart

MSB Global Group Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Gross Margin %
40.76 34.41 32.80 34.59 36.37

MSB Global Group Bhd Quarterly Data
Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
Gross Margin % Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 37.40 35.09 32.02 40.76 37.21

XKLS:0350 vs ORLY, AZO: Gross Margin % Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, MSB Global Group Bhd's Gross Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and Gross Margin % 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.


MSB Global Group Bhd Gross Margin % vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, MSB Global Group Bhd's Gross Margin % distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where MSB Global Group Bhd's Gross Margin % falls into.



MSB Global Group Bhd Gross Margin % Calculation

Gross Margin is the percentage of Gross Profit out of sales or Revenue.

MSB Global Group Bhd's Gross Margin for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Gross Margin % (A: Dec. 2025 )=Gross Profit (A: Dec. 2025 ) / Revenue (A: Dec. 2025 )
=20.3 / 55.729
=(Revenue - Cost of Goods Sold) / Revenue
=(55.729 - 35.463) / 55.729
=36.37 %

MSB Global Group Bhd's Gross Margin for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as


Gross Margin % (Q: Mar. 2026 )=Gross Profit (Q: Mar. 2026 ) / Revenue (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=4.7 / 12.752
=(Revenue - Cost of Goods Sold) / Revenue
=(12.752 - 8.007) / 12.752
=37.21 %

* 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.

A positive Gross Profit is only the first step for a company to make a net profit. The gross profit needs to be big enough to also cover related labor, equipment, rental, marketing/advertising, research and development and a lot of other costs in selling the products.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Gross Margin % →
What does a Gross Margin % of 37.21% mean?
MSB Global Group Bhd (XKLS:0350) has a Gross Margin % of 37.21% as of Mar. 2026. Gross margin is the ratio of total gross profit to net sales. View historical data on MSB Global Group Bhd and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 34.59. Over the past decade, MSB Global Group Bhd's Gross Margin % has ranged from 32.80 to 40.76. According to the industry distribution chart, MSB Global Group Bhd ranks #240 out of 1308 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 18.3%.
Is MSB Global Group Bhd's Gross Margin % too high?
MSB Global Group Bhd's current Gross Margin % of 37.21% is near median its 10-year median of 34.59. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 32.80 to a high of 40.76. The Vehicles & Parts industry median Gross Margin % is 19.80. MSB Global Group Bhd's value of 37.21% is 87.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, MSB Global Group Bhd ranks #240 out of 1308 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers.
How does MSB Global Group Bhd's Gross Margin % compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, MSB Global Group Bhd ranks #240 out of 1308 companies for Gross Margin %. This places MSB Global Group Bhd in the top 18% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Gross Margin % is 19.80. MSB Global Group Bhd's value of 37.21% is 87.9% above this benchmark. Historically, MSB Global Group Bhd's own Gross Margin % has ranged from 32.80 to 40.76 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 34.59 vs. the industry median of 19.80, MSB Global Group Bhd has consistently been above 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 Gross Margin % for a Vehicles & Parts company?
The median Gross Margin % among Vehicles & Parts companies is 19.80, based on 1,308 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Gross Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Gross Margin % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. MSB Global Group Bhd's current Gross Margin % of 37.21% is 87.9% above 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 Gross Margin % mean?
A high Gross Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Gross margin is the ratio of total gross profit to net sales. View historical data on MSB Global Group Bhd and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median Gross Margin % is 19.80 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. MSB Global Group Bhd's current Gross Margin % is 37.21%, which is near median its own 10-year median of 34.59. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is MSB Global Group Bhd stock overvalued right now?
MSB Global Group Bhd (XKLS:0350) has a current Gross Margin % of 37.21%. The current Gross Margin % is 37.21%, which is near median its 10-year median of 34.59 and 87.9% above the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 19.80. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Gross Margin % calculated?
Gross Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For MSB Global Group Bhd (XKLS:0350), the current Gross Margin % is 37.21% as of Mar. 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.

MSB Global Group Bhd Business Description

Address No. 12, Jalan Kempas 5/1, Kawasan Perindustrian Kempas, Johor Bahru, JHR, MYS, 81200
MSB Global Group Bhd is an investment holding company. Through its subsidiaries, the company is principally involved in the marketing, trading and distribution of aftermarket automotive parts and components as well as automotive lubricants and fluids. The company markets automotive parts and components principally under third-party brands, namely GSP and GOLD, complemented by its in-house brands WHLI, AFA, LOTUS and RAINEATER. The Group is also involved in the trading of other products such as outdoor telecommunication cabinets and related electrical items. Geographically, the company derives maximum revenue from Malaysia.