Southern Acids (M) BhdXKLS:5134 69 Net Current Asset Value is RM2.75 as of Mar. 2026, which is 100% below its 10-year median of 1.59. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5134 with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of RM2.88 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 220 Conglomerates companies, Southern Acids (M) Bhd ranks better than 83.64% on this metric.
In calculating the Net Current Asset Value (NCAV), Benjamin Graham means a company's current assets (such as cash, marketable securities, and inventories) minus its total liabilities (including preferred stock, minority interest, and long-term debt).
Southern Acids (M) Bhd's net current asset value per share for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was RM2.75.
The historical rank and industry rank for Southern Acids (M) Bhd's Net Current Asset Value or its related term are showing as below:
XKLS:5134'
s Price-to-Net-Current-Asset-Value Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.1 Med: 1.59 Max: 2.79
Current: 1.13
During the past 13 years, the highest Price-to-Net-Current-Asset-Value Ratio of Southern Acids (M) Bhd was 2.79. The lowest was 1.10. And the median was 1.59.
XKLS:5134's Price-to-Net-Current-Asset-Value is ranked better than 83.64% of 220
companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 4.1
vs XKLS:5134: 1.13
Southern Acids (M) Bhd (XKLS:5134) Net Current Asset Value Explanation
Benjamin Graham first discussed net current asset value (NCAV) in the 1934 edition of "Security Analysis", which he coauthored with David Dodd. In the book, (net) current asset value is defined as:" current assets alone, minus all liabilities and claims ahead of the issue."
The common definition of NCAV is: NCAV = current assets – [total liabilities + minority interest + preferred stock]
Net current assets exclude not only the intangible assets but also the fixed and miscellaneous assets. In addition, Graham believed that preferred stock belongs on the liability side of the balance sheet, not as part of capital and surplus. In "Security Analysis", preferred stock is dubbed "an imperfect creditorship position" that is best placed on the balance sheet alongside funded debt.
One research study, covering the years 1970 through 1983 showed that portfolios picked at the beginning of each year, and held for one year, returned 29.4 percent, on average, over the 13-year period, compared to 11.5 percent for the S&P 500 Index. Other studies of Grahams strategy produced similar results.
Benjamin Graham looked for companies whose market values were less than two-thirds of their Net-Net Working Capital. They are collected under our Net-Net screener.
Southern Acids (M) Bhd Net Current Asset Value Related Terms
Southern Acids (M) Bhd Net Current Asset Value Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Southern Acids (M) Bhd's Net Current Asset Value 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.
Southern Acids (M) Bhd Net Current Asset Value Chart
XKLS:5134 vs HON, MMM: Net Current Asset Value Comparison
For the Conglomerates subindustry, Southern Acids (M) Bhd's Price-to-Net-Current-Asset-Value, along with its competitors' market caps and Price-to-Net-Current-Asset-Value data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Southern Acids (M) Bhd Price-to-Net-Current-Asset-Value vs Conglomerates Industry
For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, Southern Acids (M) Bhd's Price-to-Net-Current-Asset-Value distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Southern Acids (M) Bhd's Price-to-Net-Current-Asset-Value falls into.
* 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.
What does a Net Current Asset Value of RM2.75 mean?
Southern Acids (M) Bhd (XKLS:5134) has a Net Current Asset Value of RM2.75 as of Mar. 2026. Ben Graham's net current asset value equals the per-share value of total current assets less total liabilities. View historical data on Southern Acids (M) Bhd and its competitors. This is 73% above median its historical median of 1.59. Over the past decade, Southern Acids (M) Bhd's Net Current Asset Value has ranged from 1.10 to 2.79. According to the industry distribution chart, Southern Acids (M) Bhd ranks #36 out of 220 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 16.4%.
Is Southern Acids (M) Bhd's Net Current Asset Value too high?
Southern Acids (M) Bhd's current Net Current Asset Value of RM2.75 is 73% above median its 10-year median of 1.59. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.10 to a high of 2.79. Based on the distribution chart, Southern Acids (M) Bhd ranks #36 out of 220 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Southern Acids (M) Bhd has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Southern Acids (M) Bhd's Net Current Asset Value compare to HON and MMM?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Southern Acids (M) Bhd ranks #36 out of 220 companies for Net Current Asset Value. This places Southern Acids (M) Bhd in the top 16% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Net Current Asset Value is 4.10. Historically, Southern Acids (M) Bhd's own Net Current Asset Value has ranged from 1.10 to 2.79 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Net Current Asset Value for a Conglomerates company?
The median Net Current Asset Value among Conglomerates companies is 4.10, based on 220 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Net Current Asset Value significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Net Current Asset Value 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 Net Current Asset Value mean?
A high Net Current Asset Value can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Ben Graham's net current asset value equals the per-share value of total current assets less total liabilities. View historical data on Southern Acids (M) Bhd and its competitors. For the Conglomerates industry, the median Net Current Asset Value is 4.10 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Southern Acids (M) Bhd's current Net Current Asset Value is RM2.75, which is 73% above median its own 10-year median of 1.59. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Southern Acids (M) Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Southern Acids (M) Bhd (XKLS:5134) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM2.88, compared to a current price of RM3.10 — trading 7.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Net Current Asset Value is RM2.75, which is 73% above median its 10-year median of 1.59. Southern Acids (M) Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Net Current Asset Value calculated?
Net Current Asset Value is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Southern Acids (M) Bhd (XKLS:5134), the current Net Current Asset Value is RM2.75 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 Southern Acids (M) Bhd (XKLS:5134) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Southern Acids (M) Bhd stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of RM3.10 is trading 7.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM2.88.
GuruFocus considers Southern Acids (M) Bhd to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for XKLS:5134:
Net Current Asset Value: RM2.75 (73% above median its 10-year median of 1.59)
GF Value™: RM2.88 vs. price of RM3.10 (7.6% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5134 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Southern Acids (M) Bhd is an investment holding and the provision of a management service company. The company's operating segment includes Oleochemical; Healthcare; Milling and Cultivation and Investments and services. It generates maximum revenue from the Milling and Cultivation segment. The Oleochemical Segment is involved in the manufacturing and marketing of fatty acids and glycerine. Its Milling and Cultivation Segment is principally engaged in the processing of Fresh Fruit Bunches. Geographically, it has a presence in Malaysia, Indonesia, Europe, America, and Other Countries.
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