Ho Wah Genting Bhd (XKLS:9601) Interest Expense: RM-2.9 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


XKLS:9601 Ho Wah Genting Bhd XKLS:9601
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Price RM0.11
GF Value RM0.15
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Ho Wah Genting Bhd Interest Expense?

Ho Wah Genting Bhd XKLS:9601 30 Interest Expense is RM-2.9 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:9601 with a GF Score™ of 30/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.15 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

Interest Expense is the amount reported by a company or individual as an expense for borrowed money. Ho Wah Genting Bhd's interest expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM -0.5 Mil. Its interest expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-2.9 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. Ho Wah Genting Bhd's Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM -1.6 Mil. Ho Wah Genting Bhd's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM -0.5 Mil. Ho Wah Genting Bhd did not have earnings to cover the interest expense. 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.

Ho Wah Genting Bhd  (XKLS:9601) 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.

Ho Wah Genting Bhd's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-0.5 Mil. Its Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM-1.6 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM7.7 Mil.

Ho Wah Genting Bhd's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Ho Wah Genting Bhd did not have earnings to cover the interest expense.

* 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.

Ho Wah Genting Bhd Interest Expense Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Ho Wah Genting 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.

Ho Wah Genting Bhd Interest Expense Chart

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Ho Wah Genting 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-2.9 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-2.9 Mil mean?
Ho Wah Genting Bhd (XKLS:9601) has a Interest Expense of RM-2.9 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Interest Expense is the amount a company pays on its long-term debt. View historical data on Ho Wah Genting Bhd and its competitors.
Is Ho Wah Genting Bhd's Interest Expense too high?
Ho Wah Genting Bhd's current Interest Expense is RM-2.9 Mil. Overall, Ho Wah Genting Bhd has a GF Score™ of 30/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ho Wah Genting Bhd's Interest Expense compare to VRT and BE?
Ho Wah Genting Bhd's Interest Expense of RM-2.9 Mil can be compared against companies in the Industrial Products 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 an Industrial Products company?
A good Interest Expense depends on the Industrial Products 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 Ho Wah Genting Bhd and its competitors. Ho Wah Genting Bhd's current Interest Expense is RM-2.9 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ho Wah Genting Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ho Wah Genting Bhd (XKLS:9601) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.15, compared to a current price of RM0.11 — trading 30% below its estimated fair value. The current Interest Expense is RM-2.9 Mil. Ho Wah Genting Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 30/100 with 6 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 Ho Wah Genting Bhd (XKLS:9601), the current Interest Expense is RM-2.9 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 Ho Wah Genting Bhd (XKLS:9601) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ho Wah Genting Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.11 is trading 30% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.15. GuruFocus considers Ho Wah Genting Bhd to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:9601:

  • Interest Expense: RM-2.9 Mil
  • GF Value™: RM0.15 vs. price of RM0.11 (30% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 30/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:9601 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Ho Wah Genting Bhd Business Description

Address No. 35, Jalan Maharajalela, 3rd Floor, Wisma Ho Wah Genting, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 50150
Ho Wah Genting Bhd is an integrated manufacturer engaged in manufacturing of wires and cables, power supply cord sets, and moulded cable assemblies for original equipment manufacturers (OEM) of electrical and electronic devices and for original design manufacturers (ODM). Its segments include Investment engaged in investment in properties and investment by the holding company; Moulded power supply cord sets engaged in manufacturing and trading of wires and cables, moulded power supply cord sets and cable assemblies for electrical and electronic devices and equipment; and Healthcare engaged in healthcare related businesses which includes the health supplement, biotechnology and healthcare technology.
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