Paragon Union BhdXKLS:9407 -1.12%54 Gross Margin % is 23.60% as of Mar. 2026, which is 75% above its 10-year median of 13.51. GuruFocus rates XKLS:9407 with a GF Score™ of 54/100 and a GF Value™ of RM4.03 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,310 Vehicles & Parts companies, Paragon Union Bhd ranks better than 67.1% on this metric.
Paragon Union Bhd gross margin has been in long-term decline. The average rate of decline per year is -6.7%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Paragon Union Bhd's Gross Margin % or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:9407'
s Gross Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.93 Med: 13.51 Max: 26.61
Current: 26.61
During the past 13 years, the highestGross Margin % of Paragon Union Bhd was 26.61%. The lowest was 1.93%. And the median was 13.51%.
XKLS:9407's Gross Margin % is ranked better than 67.1% of 1310
companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 19.835
vs XKLS:9407: 26.61
Paragon Union Bhd had a gross margin of 23.60% for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 => Competition eroding margins
The 5-Year average Growth Rate of Gross Margin for Paragon Union Bhd was -6.70% per year.
Paragon Union Bhd (XKLS:9407) 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
Paragon Union Bhd had a gross margin of 23.60% 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.
Paragon Union Bhd Gross Margin % Related Terms
Paragon Union Bhd Gross Margin % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Paragon Union 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 Auto Parts subindustry, Paragon Union 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.
Paragon Union Bhd Gross Margin % vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Paragon Union Bhd's Gross Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Paragon Union 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.
Paragon Union Bhd (XKLS:9407) has a Gross Margin % of 23.60% as of Mar. 2026. Gross margin is the ratio of total gross profit to net sales. View historical data on Paragon Union Bhd and its competitors. This is 75% above median its historical median of 13.51. Over the past decade, Paragon Union Bhd's Gross Margin % has ranged from 1.93 to 26.61. According to the industry distribution chart, Paragon Union Bhd ranks #431 out of 1310 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 32.9%.
Is Paragon Union Bhd's Gross Margin % too high?
Paragon Union Bhd's current Gross Margin % of 23.60% is 75% above median its 10-year median of 13.51. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.93 to a high of 26.61. The Vehicles & Parts industry median Gross Margin % is 19.84. Paragon Union Bhd's value of 23.60% is 19% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Paragon Union Bhd ranks #431 out of 1310 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Paragon Union Bhd has a GF Score™ of 54/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Paragon Union Bhd's Gross Margin % compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Paragon Union Bhd ranks #431 out of 1310 companies for Gross Margin %. This puts Paragon Union Bhd in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Gross Margin % is 19.84. Paragon Union Bhd's value of 23.60% is 19% above this benchmark. Historically, Paragon Union Bhd's own Gross Margin % has ranged from 1.93 to 26.61 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 13.51 vs. the industry median of 19.84, Paragon Union 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 19.84, based on 1,310 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. Paragon Union Bhd's current Gross Margin % of 23.60% is 19% 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 Paragon Union Bhd and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median Gross Margin % is 19.84 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Paragon Union Bhd's current Gross Margin % is 23.60%, which is 75% above median its own 10-year median of 13.51. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Paragon Union Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Paragon Union Bhd (XKLS:9407) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM4.03, compared to a current price of RM1.77 — trading 56.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Gross Margin % is 23.60%, which is 75% above median its 10-year median of 13.51 and 19% above the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 19.84. Paragon Union Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 54/100 with 4 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 Paragon Union Bhd (XKLS:9407), the current Gross Margin % is 23.60% 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 Paragon Union Bhd (XKLS:9407) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Paragon Union Bhd stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of RM1.77 is trading 56.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM4.03.
GuruFocus considers Paragon Union Bhd to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:9407:
Gross Margin %: 23.60% (75% above median its 10-year median of 13.51)
GF Value™: RM4.03 vs. price of RM1.77 (56.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 19% above the Vehicles & Parts median (#431 of 1310)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:9407 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Paragon Union Bhd, through its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacturing and distribution of commercial carpets, rugs, automotive carpets, and NVH components. It has three reportable business segments: Automotive, Recycling, and Commercial. The Automotive segment covers car carpets and components, while the Commercial segment produces commercial carpets. The Recycling segment includes metal recycling and waste management. The Automotive segment generates the highest revenue for the company. Geographically, the company operates in Malaysia, Australia, China, Hong Kong, and other markets, with the majority of revenue derived from Malaysia.
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