Luxchem Bhd (XKLS:5143) Net Margin %: 7.46% (As of Mar. 2026) — 31% Above Median

Author: Vera Yuan Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Director of Data and Quant Analytics at GuruFocus
Focused on building reliable datasets, financial models, and research tools for value-minded investors. Committed to turning complex data into practical guidance for value-investing and long-term wealth.
Reviewed by: Charlie Tian Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Founder & CEO of GuruFocus
Dr. Charlie Tian is the founder and CEO of GuruFocus.com, a leading global investment research platform established in 2004. With a Ph.D. in physics, Dr. Tian transitioned from science to finance, applying a data-driven, disciplined approach to value investing.

XKLS:5143 Luxchem Corp Bhd XKLS:5143
52 GF Score
Price RM0.41
GF Value RM0.46
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is Luxchem Bhd Net Margin %?

Luxchem Bhd XKLS:5143 +1.23% 52 Net Margin % is 7.46% as of Mar. 2026, which is 31% above its 10-year median of 5.71. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5143 with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.46 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,578 Chemicals companies, Luxchem Bhd ranks better than 61.79% on this metric.

Net margin is calculated as Net Income divided by its Revenue. Luxchem Bhd's Net Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM13.2 Mil. Luxchem Bhd's Revenue for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM177.2 Mil. Therefore, Luxchem Bhd's net margin for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 7.46%.

The historical rank and industry rank for Luxchem Bhd's Net Margin % or its related term are showing as below:

XKLS:5143' s Net Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.64   Med: 5.71   Max: 7.38
Current: 6.2


XKLS:5143's Net Margin % is ranked better than
61.79% of 1578 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 3.93 vs XKLS:5143: 6.20

Luxchem Bhd  (XKLS:5143) Net Margin % Explanation

Although Net Income and Earnings-per-Share (EPS) are the most widely used parameter in measuring a company's profitability and valuation, it is the least reliable. The reason is that reported earnings can be manipulated easily by adjusting any numbers such as Depreciation, Depletion and Amotorization and non-recurring items.

But the long term trend of the net margin is a good indicator of the competitiveness and health of the business.


Luxchem Bhd Net Margin % Related Terms


Luxchem Bhd Net Margin % Historical Data

* Premium members only.

The historical data trend for Luxchem Bhd's Net Margin % 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.

Luxchem Bhd Net Margin % Chart

Luxchem Bhd Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Net Margin %
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 7.38 5.69 5.67 6.03 5.72

Luxchem Bhd Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
Net Margin % Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 5.56 4.74 5.65 7.01 7.46

XKLS:5143 vs DOW: Net Margin % Comparison

For the Chemicals subindustry, Luxchem Bhd's Net Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and Net Margin % 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.


Luxchem Bhd Net Margin % vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Luxchem Bhd's Net Margin % distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Luxchem Bhd's Net Margin % falls into.


XKLS:5143
52GF Score
Luxchem Corp Bhd XKLS:5143
Net Margin % is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis

Luxchem Bhd Net Margin % Calculation

Net margin - also known as net profit margin is the ratio of Net Income divided by net sales or Revenue, usually presented in percent.

Luxchem Bhd's Net Margin for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Net Margin=Net Income (A: Dec. 2025 )/Revenue (A: Dec. 2025 )
=41.838/730.984
=5.72 %

Luxchem Bhd's Net Margin for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Net Margin=Net Income (Q: Mar. 2026 )/Revenue (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=13.212/177.169
=7.46 %

* 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Net Margin % →
What does a Net Margin % of 7.46% mean?
Luxchem Bhd (XKLS:5143) has a Net Margin % of 7.46% as of Mar. 2026. Net margin is the ratio of total net income to net sales. View historical data on Luxchem Bhd and its competitors. This is 31% above median its historical median of 5.71. Over the past decade, Luxchem Bhd's Net Margin % has ranged from 4.64 to 7.38. According to the industry distribution chart, Luxchem Bhd ranks #603 out of 1578 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 38.2%.
Is Luxchem Bhd's Net Margin % too high?
Luxchem Bhd's current Net Margin % of 7.46% is 31% above median its 10-year median of 5.71. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.64 to a high of 7.38. The Chemicals industry median Net Margin % is 3.93. Luxchem Bhd's value of 7.46% is 89.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Luxchem Bhd ranks #603 out of 1578 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Luxchem Bhd has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Luxchem Bhd's Net Margin % compare to DOW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Luxchem Bhd ranks #603 out of 1578 companies for Net Margin %. This puts Luxchem Bhd in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Net Margin % is 3.93. Luxchem Bhd's value of 7.46% is 89.8% above this benchmark. Historically, Luxchem Bhd's own Net Margin % has ranged from 4.64 to 7.38 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.71 vs. the industry median of 3.93, Luxchem Bhd has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Net Margin % for a Chemicals company?
The median Net Margin % among Chemicals companies is 3.93, based on 1,578 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Net Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Net Margin % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Luxchem Bhd's current Net Margin % of 7.46% is 89.8% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Net Margin % mean?
A high Net Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Net margin is the ratio of total net income to net sales. View historical data on Luxchem Bhd and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median Net Margin % is 3.93 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Luxchem Bhd's current Net Margin % is 7.46%, which is 31% above median its own 10-year median of 5.71. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Luxchem Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Luxchem Bhd (XKLS:5143) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.46, compared to a current price of RM0.41 — trading 10.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Net Margin % is 7.46%, which is 31% above median its 10-year median of 5.71 and 89.8% above the Chemicals industry median of 3.93. Luxchem Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 52/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Net Margin % calculated?
Net Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Luxchem Bhd (XKLS:5143), the current Net Margin % is 7.46% 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 Luxchem Bhd (XKLS:5143) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Luxchem Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.41 is trading 10.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.46. GuruFocus considers Luxchem Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5143:

  • Net Margin %: 7.46% (31% above median its 10-year median of 5.71)
  • GF Value™: RM0.46 vs. price of RM0.41 (10.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 52/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 89.8% above the Chemicals median (#603 of 1578)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5143 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Luxchem Bhd Business Description

Address Jalan Prof Diraja Ungku Aziz, Block N, 72A, Jaya One, Wisma Luxchem, Seksyen 13, Petaling Jaya, SGR, MYS, 46200
Luxchem Corp Bhd is a Malaysia-based company engaged in the import, export, and distribution of petrochemical and other related products globally. It operates through two reportable segments, namely Trading and Manufacturing. Maximum revenue is generated from the Trading segment, which is engaged in the import, export, and distribution of petrochemical and other related products, and in the trading of hardware and other materials required for interior decoration, construction, and development. The Manufacturing segment is involved in the manufacturing and trading of unsaturated polyester resin, latex chemical dispersions, latex processing chemicals, former cleaning, powder-free coagulant, and related products. Geographically, the Group derives maximum revenue from Malaysia.
52GF Score

Get the complete analysis for XKLS:5143

Net Margin % is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

RM0.41
Price
RM0.46
GF Value