Malaysia Steel Works (KL) Bhd Shs (XKLS:5098) Moat Score: 0/10 (As of Jul. 05, 2026)


XKLS:5098 Malaysia Steel Works (KL) Bhd Shs XKLS:5098
45 GF Score
Price RM0.24
GF Value RM0.40
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Malaysia Steel Works (KL) Bhd Shs Moat Score?

Malaysia Steel Works (KL) Bhd Shs has the Moat Score of 0, which implies that the company might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

Malaysia Steel Works (KL) Bhd Shs has

Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more.

The company's Moat Score is based on these criteria:

1. Market leadership and sustainable market share
2. Network effects and significant customer switching costs
3. Valuable intellectual property and patents
4. Strong brand strength and deep customer loyalty
5. Durable cost advantages (e.g., economies of scale, proprietary technology)
6. Significant regulatory barriers and exclusive licenses
7. Superior distribution network
8. Strong and sustainable pricing power
9. Consistent and impactful innovation and R&D capabilities

Based on the research, GuruFocus believes Malaysia Steel Works (KL) Bhd Shs might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

Malaysia Steel Works (KL) Bhd Shs  (XKLS:5098) Moat Score Explanation

The Moat Score ranges from 0 to 10, with 10 as the highest. GuruFocus divided Moat Score into following 8 categories:

Moat Score Moat Level
10Wide Moat - Exceptionally dominant and durable wide moat
8 - 9Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat
7Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages
6Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide
5Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat
4Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat
1 - 3No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages
0No Moat - No discernible moat

Malaysia Steel Works (KL) Bhd Shs Moat Score Related Terms

XKLS:5098
45GF Score
Malaysia Steel Works (KL) Bhd Shs XKLS:5098
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Is Malaysia Steel Works (KL) Bhd Shs (XKLS:5098) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Malaysia Steel Works (KL) Bhd Shs stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.24 is trading 41.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.40. GuruFocus considers Malaysia Steel Works (KL) Bhd Shs to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5098:

  • Moat Score: 0
  • GF Value™: RM0.40 vs. price of RM0.24 (41.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 45/100 with 7 warning signs

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Malaysia Steel Works (KL) Bhd Shs Business Description

Address Wisma Masteel, Lot 29C, Off Jalan Tandang, Section 51, Petaling Jaya, SGR, MYS, 46050
Malaysia Steel Works (KL) Bhd Shs engages in the manufacturing and marketing of high tensile steel bars, mild steel bars, and prime steel billets. These steel products are used in construction and infrastructure works. The company is organized in one business segment which is the Manufacturing of steel bars and billets. Geographically, the group has a business presence in Malaysia and Outside Malaysia, of which prime revenue is derived from Malaysia.
45GF Score

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RM0.24
Price
RM0.40
GF Value