Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:2836) Interest Expense: RM-4 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)

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XKLS:2836 Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd XKLS:2836
81 GF Score
Price RM16.10
GF Value RM19.38
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd Interest Expense?

Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd XKLS:2836 -0.25% 81 Interest Expense is RM-4 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:2836 with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of RM19.38 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review.

Interest Expense is the amount reported by a company or individual as an expense for borrowed money. Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd's interest expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM -1 Mil. Its interest expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-4 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. Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd's Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM 121 Mil. Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM -1 Mil. Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 92.12. 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.

Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd  (XKLS:2836) 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.

Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-1 Mil. Its Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM121 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM9 Mil.

Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia 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*121.225/-1.316
=92.12

* 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.

Good Sign:

Ben Graham prefers companies' interest coverage to be at least 5. Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd has enough cash to cover all of its debt. Its financial situation is stable.

Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd Interest Expense Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia 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.

Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd Interest Expense Chart

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XKLS:2836
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Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd XKLS:2836
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Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia 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-4 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-4 Mil mean?
Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:2836) has a Interest Expense of RM-4 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Interest Expense is the amount a company pays on its long-term debt. View historical data on Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd and its competitors.
Is Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd's Interest Expense too high?
Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd's current Interest Expense is RM-4 Mil. Overall, Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd's Interest Expense compare to BUD and STZ?
Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd's Interest Expense of RM-4 Mil can be compared against companies in the Beverages - Alcoholic 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 Beverages - Alcoholic company?
A good Interest Expense depends on the Beverages - Alcoholic 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 Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd and its competitors. Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd's current Interest Expense is RM-4 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:2836) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM19.38, compared to a current price of RM16.10 — trading 16.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Interest Expense is RM-4 Mil. Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 2 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 Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:2836), the current Interest Expense is RM-4 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 Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:2836) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM16.10 is trading 16.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM19.38. GuruFocus considers Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:2836:

  • Interest Expense: RM-4 Mil
  • GF Value™: RM19.38 vs. price of RM16.10 (16.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:2836 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd Business Description

Address No. 55, Persiaran Selangor, Section 15, Shah Alam, SGR, MYS, 40200
Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd produces and sells beer, stout, cider, shandy, and nonalcoholic malt beverages in Asia. The company produces its products in Malaysia, and nearly all sales are in Malaysia and Singapore. The company also exports products to Sri Lanka, Thailand, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. Carlsberg is the company's flagship brand. Other brands include Kronenbourg 1664, Somersby Ciders, Asahi Dry, Royal Stout, Skol, Jolly Shandy, Nutrimalt, Connor's Stout Porter, and Corona Extra. The company has three segments: Malaysia, Singapore, and Others. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Malaysia segment, which includes manufacturing, marketing, and distribution of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages by entities in Malaysia.
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