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Able Global BhdXKLS:7167 -0.64%91 Gross Margin % is 19.58% as of Mar. 2026, which is 17% below its 10-year median of 23.70. GuruFocus rates XKLS:7167 with a GF Score™ of 91/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.74 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,910 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Able Global Bhd ranks worse than 63.82% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Able Global Bhd's Gross Margin % or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:7167'
s Gross Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 20.26 Med: 23.7 Max: 26.23
Current: 20.26
During the past 13 years, the highestGross Margin % of Able Global Bhd was 26.23%. The lowest was 20.26%. And the median was 23.70%.
XKLS:7167's Gross Margin % is ranked worse than 63.82% of 1910
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 26.37
vs XKLS:7167: 20.26
Able Global Bhd had a gross margin of 19.58% for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 => No sustainable competitive advantage
The 5-Year average Growth Rate of Gross Margin for Able Global Bhd was -0.10% per year.
Able Global Bhd (XKLS:7167) 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
Able Global Bhd had a gross margin of 19.58% for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 => No sustainable competitive advantage
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.
Able Global Bhd Gross Margin % Related Terms
Able Global Bhd Gross Margin % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Able Global 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.
For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Able Global 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.
Able Global Bhd Gross Margin % vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Able Global Bhd's Gross Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Able Global 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.
Able Global Bhd (XKLS:7167) has a Gross Margin % of 19.58% as of Mar. 2026. Gross margin is the ratio of total gross profit to net sales. View historical data on Able Global Bhd and its competitors. This is 17% below median its historical median of 23.70. Over the past decade, Able Global Bhd's Gross Margin % has ranged from 20.26 to 26.23. According to the industry distribution chart, Able Global Bhd ranks #1219 out of 1910 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 63.8%.
Is Able Global Bhd's Gross Margin % too high?
Able Global Bhd's current Gross Margin % of 19.58% is 17% below median its 10-year median of 23.70. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 20.26 to a high of 26.23. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Gross Margin % is 26.37. Able Global Bhd's value of 19.58% is 25.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Able Global Bhd ranks #1219 out of 1910 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Able Global Bhd has a GF Score™ of 91/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Able Global Bhd's Gross Margin % compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Able Global Bhd ranks #1219 out of 1910 companies for Gross Margin %. This places Able Global Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Gross Margin % is 26.37. Able Global Bhd's value of 19.58% is 25.7% below this benchmark. Historically, Able Global Bhd's own Gross Margin % has ranged from 20.26 to 26.23 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 23.70 vs. the industry median of 26.37, Able Global 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 Gross Margin % for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median Gross Margin % among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 26.37, based on 1,910 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. Able Global Bhd's current Gross Margin % of 19.58% is 25.7% 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 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 Able Global Bhd and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Gross Margin % is 26.37 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Able Global Bhd's current Gross Margin % is 19.58%, which is 17% below median its own 10-year median of 23.70. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Able Global Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Able Global Bhd (XKLS:7167) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.74, compared to a current price of RM1.55 — trading 10.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Gross Margin % is 19.58%, which is 17% below median its 10-year median of 23.70 and 25.7% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 26.37. Able Global Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 91/100 with 3 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 Able Global Bhd (XKLS:7167), the current Gross Margin % is 19.58% 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 Able Global Bhd (XKLS:7167) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Able Global Bhd stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of RM1.55 is trading 10.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.74.
GuruFocus considers Able Global Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:7167:
Gross Margin %: 19.58% (17% below median its 10-year median of 23.70)
GF Value™: RM1.74 vs. price of RM1.55 (10.9% below fair value)
Industry Position: 25.7% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#1219 of 1910)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:7167 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Able Global Bhd is mainly engaged in investment holding and management services. The company operates in four main segments: Investment Holding, Tin Manufacturing, Property Development, and Food and Beverage. The Investment Holding segment provides investment holding and management services. The Tin Manufacturing segment is involved in the production of various tins, cans, and other containers. The Food and Beverage segment is responsible for manufacturing and selling milk and other dairy-related products. The Property Development segment is involved in property development activities. It derives the majority of its revenue from the Food and Beverage segment and has a presence in various countries, including Malaysia, Africa, Central America, Europe, and Other Countries.
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