Techbond Group BhdXKLS:5289 61 Gross Margin % is 27.65% as of Mar. 2026, which is 1% below its 10-year median of 28.02. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5289 with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.34 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,561 Chemicals companies, Techbond Group Bhd ranks better than 61.24% on this metric.
Techbond Group Bhd gross margin has been in long-term decline. The average rate of decline per year is -3.4%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Techbond Group Bhd's Gross Margin % or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:5289'
s Gross Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 21.16 Med: 28.02 Max: 31.97
Current: 28.09
During the past 11 years, the highestGross Margin % of Techbond Group Bhd was 31.97%. The lowest was 21.16%. And the median was 28.02%.
XKLS:5289's Gross Margin % is ranked better than 61.24% of 1561
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 23.35
vs XKLS:5289: 28.09
Techbond Group Bhd had a gross margin of 27.65% for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 => Competition eroding margins
The 5-Year average Growth Rate of Gross Margin for Techbond Group Bhd was -3.40% per year.
Techbond Group Bhd (XKLS:5289) 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
Techbond Group Bhd had a gross margin of 27.65% 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.
Techbond Group Bhd Gross Margin % Related Terms
Techbond Group Bhd Gross Margin % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Techbond 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.
XKLS:5289 vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Gross Margin % Comparison
For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Techbond 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.
Techbond Group Bhd Gross Margin % vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Techbond Group Bhd's Gross Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Techbond Group Bhd's Gross Margin % falls into.
* 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.
Techbond Group Bhd (XKLS:5289) has a Gross Margin % of 27.65% as of Mar. 2026. Gross margin is the ratio of total gross profit to net sales. View historical data on Techbond Group Bhd and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 28.02. Over the past decade, Techbond Group Bhd's Gross Margin % has ranged from 21.16 to 31.97. According to the industry distribution chart, Techbond Group Bhd ranks #605 out of 1561 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 38.8%.
Is Techbond Group Bhd's Gross Margin % too high?
Techbond Group Bhd's current Gross Margin % of 27.65% is near median its 10-year median of 28.02. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 21.16 to a high of 31.97. The Chemicals industry median Gross Margin % is 23.35. Techbond Group Bhd's value of 27.65% is 18.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Techbond Group Bhd ranks #605 out of 1561 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Techbond Group Bhd has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Techbond Group Bhd's Gross Margin % compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Techbond Group Bhd ranks #605 out of 1561 companies for Gross Margin %. This puts Techbond Group Bhd in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Gross Margin % is 23.35. Techbond Group Bhd's value of 27.65% is 18.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Techbond Group Bhd's own Gross Margin % has ranged from 21.16 to 31.97 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 28.02 vs. the industry median of 23.35, Techbond 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 Chemicals company?
The median Gross Margin % among Chemicals companies is 23.35, based on 1,561 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. Techbond Group Bhd's current Gross Margin % of 27.65% is 18.4% 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 Techbond Group Bhd and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median Gross Margin % is 23.35 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Techbond Group Bhd's current Gross Margin % is 27.65%, which is near median its own 10-year median of 28.02. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Techbond Group Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Techbond Group Bhd (XKLS:5289) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.34, compared to a current price of RM0.27 — trading 20.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Gross Margin % is 27.65%, which is near median its 10-year median of 28.02 and 18.4% above the Chemicals industry median of 23.35. Techbond Group Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 61/100 with 5 warning signs to review. 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 Techbond Group Bhd (XKLS:5289), the current Gross Margin % is 27.65% 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.
Is Techbond Group Bhd (XKLS:5289) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Techbond Group Bhd stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of RM0.27 is trading 20.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.34.
GuruFocus considers Techbond Group Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:5289:
Gross Margin %: 27.65% (near median its 10-year median of 28.02)
GF Value™: RM0.34 vs. price of RM0.27 (20.6% below fair value)
Industry Position: 18.4% above the Chemicals median (#605 of 1561)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5289 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Techbond Group Bhd is an investment holding company providing management services to its subsidiaries. Its segments are Industrial Adhesives & Sealants, Supporting Products and Services, and Chemicals, with the majority of revenue generated from Industrial Adhesives and Sealants. The company operates in Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, China, and other countries, with majority of revenue generated from Malaysia. It develops and manufactures water-based and hot melt adhesives, water-based and solvent-based sealants, and offers supporting products such as OEM adhesives, chemicals, repellents, cleaners, spare parts, and maintenance services. Its products include adhesives for woodworking, paper and packaging, mattresses, construction, hygiene, cigarettes, automotive, and bookbinding.
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