Pekat Group Bhd (XKLS:0233) Interest Expense: RM-6.3 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


XKLS:0233 Pekat Group Bhd XKLS:0233
87 GF Score
Price RM1.77
GF Value RM1.96
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Pekat Group Bhd Interest Expense?

Pekat Group Bhd XKLS:0233 -1.12% 87 Interest Expense is RM-6.3 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:0233 with a GF Score™ of 87/100 and a GF Value™ of RM1.96 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Interest Expense is the amount reported by a company or individual as an expense for borrowed money. Pekat Group Bhd's interest expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM -1.6 Mil. Its interest expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-6.3 Mil.

Interest Coverage is a ratio that determines how easily a company can pay interest expenses on outstanding debt. It is calculated by dividing a company's Operating Income(EBIT) by its Interest Expense. Pekat Group Bhd's Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM 19.6 Mil. Pekat Group Bhd's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM -1.6 Mil. Pekat Group Bhd's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 12.02. The higher the ratio, the stronger the company's financial strength is. Note: If both Interest Expense and Interest Income are empty, while Net Interest Income is negative, then use Net Interest Income as Interest Expense.

Pekat Group Bhd  (XKLS:0233) Interest Expense Explanation

Interest Coverage is a ratio that determines how easily a company can pay interest expenses on outstanding debt. It is calculated by dividing a company's Operating Income (EBIT) by its Interest Expense. The higher, the better.

Note: If both Interest Expense and Interest Income are empty, while Net Interest Income is negative, then use Net Interest Income as Interest Expense.

Pekat Group Bhd's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-1.6 Mil. Its Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM19.6 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM133.3 Mil.

Pekat Group Bhd's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Interest Coverage=-1* Operating Income (Q: Mar. 2026 )/Interest Expense (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=-1*19.63/-1.633
=12.02

* 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.

The higher the ratio, the stronger the company's financial strength is.

Pekat Group Bhd Interest Expense Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Pekat Group Bhd's Interest Expense 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.

Pekat Group Bhd Interest Expense Chart

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Pekat Group Bhd Interest Expense Calculation

Interest Expense is the amount reported by a company or individual as an expense for borrowed money.

Interest Expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was RM-6.3 Mil.

* 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 Interest Expense →
What does a Interest Expense of RM-6.3 Mil mean?
Pekat Group Bhd (XKLS:0233) has a Interest Expense of RM-6.3 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Interest Expense is the amount a company pays on its long-term debt. View historical data on Pekat Group Bhd and its competitors.
Is Pekat Group Bhd's Interest Expense too high?
Pekat Group Bhd's current Interest Expense is RM-6.3 Mil. Overall, Pekat Group Bhd has a GF Score™ of 87/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pekat Group Bhd's Interest Expense compare to FSLR and NXT?
Pekat Group Bhd's Interest Expense of RM-6.3 Mil can be compared against companies in the Semiconductors industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Interest Expense for a Semiconductors company?
A good Interest Expense depends on the Semiconductors industry context. However, Interest Expense 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 Interest Expense mean?
A high Interest Expense can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Interest Expense is the amount a company pays on its long-term debt. View historical data on Pekat Group Bhd and its competitors. Pekat Group Bhd's current Interest Expense is RM-6.3 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Pekat Group Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pekat Group Bhd (XKLS:0233) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM1.96, compared to a current price of RM1.77 — trading 9.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Interest Expense is RM-6.3 Mil. Pekat Group Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 87/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Interest Expense calculated?
Interest Expense is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Pekat Group Bhd (XKLS:0233), the current Interest Expense is RM-6.3 Mil 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 Pekat Group Bhd (XKLS:0233) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pekat Group Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM1.77 is trading 9.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM1.96. GuruFocus considers Pekat Group Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:0233:

  • Interest Expense: RM-6.3 Mil
  • GF Value™: RM1.96 vs. price of RM1.77 (9.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 87/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:0233 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Pekat Group Bhd Business Description

Address Jalan Damanlela Pusat Bandar Damansara, Level 7, Menara Milenium, Damansara Heights, Wilayah Persekutuan, Kuala Lumpur, MYS, 50490
Pekat Group Bhd is engaged in investment holding activities: The company operates in solar photovoltaic systems, including the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of on-grid and off-grid solar power plants. It also provides earthing and lightning protection systems, alongside the distribution of electrical products such as solar PV components, surge protection devices, and aviation warning lights. Additionally, the company undertakes manufacturing, engineering, and project activities for the power generation, transmission, and distribution sector. The company generates the majority of its revenue from Solar division that is Design, supply and installation of on-grid and off-grid solar photovoltaic systems and power plants.
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