Lotus Circular BHD (XKLS:7234) Interest Expense: RM-0.5 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)

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XKLS:7234 Lotus Circular BHD XKLS:7234
42 GF Score
Price RM0.28
GF Value RM0.42
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Lotus Circular BHD Interest Expense?

Lotus Circular BHD XKLS:7234 +1.82% 42 Interest Expense is RM-0.5 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:7234 with a GF Score™ of 42/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.42 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Interest Expense is the amount reported by a company or individual as an expense for borrowed money. Lotus Circular BHD's interest expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM -0.1 Mil. Its interest expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-0.5 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. Lotus Circular BHD's Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM 10.2 Mil. Lotus Circular BHD's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM -0.1 Mil. Lotus Circular BHD's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 92.46. 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.

Lotus Circular BHD  (XKLS:7234) 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.

Lotus Circular BHD's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-0.1 Mil. Its Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM10.2 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM1.2 Mil.

Lotus Circular 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*10.171/-0.11
=92.46

* 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.

Lotus Circular BHD Interest Expense Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Lotus Circular 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.

Lotus Circular BHD Interest Expense Chart

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XKLS:7234
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Lotus Circular 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-0.5 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-0.5 Mil mean?
Lotus Circular BHD (XKLS:7234) has a Interest Expense of RM-0.5 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Interest Expense is the amount a company pays on its long-term debt. View historical data on Lotus Circular BHD and its competitors.
Is Lotus Circular BHD's Interest Expense too high?
Lotus Circular BHD's current Interest Expense is RM-0.5 Mil. Overall, Lotus Circular BHD has a GF Score™ of 42/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lotus Circular BHD's Interest Expense compare to TJX and ROST?
Lotus Circular BHD's Interest Expense of RM-0.5 Mil can be compared against companies in the Retail - Cyclical 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
A good Interest Expense depends on the Retail - Cyclical 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 Lotus Circular BHD and its competitors. Lotus Circular BHD's current Interest Expense is RM-0.5 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Lotus Circular BHD stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lotus Circular BHD (XKLS:7234) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.42, compared to a current price of RM0.28 — trading 33.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Interest Expense is RM-0.5 Mil. Lotus Circular BHD's overall GF Score™ is 42/100 with 5 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 Lotus Circular BHD (XKLS:7234), the current Interest Expense is RM-0.5 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 Lotus Circular BHD (XKLS:7234) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lotus Circular BHD stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.28 is trading 33.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.42. GuruFocus considers Lotus Circular BHD to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:7234:

  • Interest Expense: RM-0.5 Mil
  • GF Value™: RM0.42 vs. price of RM0.28 (33.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 42/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:7234 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Lotus Circular BHD Business Description

Address Lot 1910, Jalan KPB 7, Kawasan Perindustrian Kg. Baru Balakong, Seri Kembangan, SGR, MYS, 43300
Lotus Circular BHD is an investment holding company. The company segment includes Retailing, Investment Holding, and Waste Recycling. It generates maximum revenue from the Retailing segment. The retailing segment is involved in the trading and retailing of leather products, apparel, and accessories. The investment holding segment is involved in investment holding, and the Waste recycling segment is involved in the waste recycling business. The Group operates predominantly in Malaysia.
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