BBR Holdings (S) (SGX:KJ5) Operating Margin % Explanation
Just like Gross Margin %, it is important to see a company maintains its operating margin over time. Among the same industry, a company with higher operating margin is more efficient in its operation. It is also more stable during industry slowdown or recessions. Peter Lynch prefers those with higher margins than those with lower margins.
Be Aware
Operating Margin % can be manipulated by adjusting the rate of depreciation, depletion and amortization (DDA).
If a company is facing competition, its Operating Margin % may decline. Often the Operating Margin % declines well before the company's Revenue or even profit decline. Therefore, Operating Margin % is a very important indicator of whether the company is facing problems.
For instance, by 2012, Nokia (NOK)'s problems were well known and its stock had lost more than 90% of its market value since 2007. But Nokias Operating Margin % had already been in decline since 2002, although its Earnings per Share (Diluted) were still rising. Investors who paid attention to Operating Margin % would have avoided this huge loss. The same can be said for Research-in-Motion (RIMM).
Therefore, Operating Margin % is a very important screening filter for GuruFocus. GuruFocus's Buffett-Munger screener requires that the profit margin is either consistent or expanding. The Model Portfolio of the Buffett-Munger screener has outperformed the market every year since inception in 2009.
BBR Holdings (S) Operating Margin % Related Terms
BBR Holdings (S) Operating Margin % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for BBR Holdings (S)'s Operating 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.
SGX:KJ5 vs PWR, FIX, EME: Operating Margin % Comparison
For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, BBR Holdings (S)'s Operating Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and Operating 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.
BBR Holdings (S) Operating Margin % vs Construction Industry
For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, BBR Holdings (S)'s Operating Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where BBR Holdings (S)'s Operating Margin % falls into.
Operating Margin % - also known as operating income margin, operating profit margin and return on sales (ROS) - is the ratio of Operating Income divided by net sales or Revenue, usually presented in percent.
BBR Holdings (S)'s Operating Margin % for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as
* 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.
BBR Holdings (S) (SGX:KJ5) has a Operating Margin % of 10.23% as of Dec. 2025. Operating margin is the ratio of total operating income to net sales. View historical data on BBR Holdings (S) and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, BBR Holdings (S) ranks #641 out of 1764 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 36.3%.
Is BBR Holdings (S)'s Operating Margin % too high?
BBR Holdings (S)'s current Operating Margin % is 10.23%. The Construction industry median Operating Margin % is 5.89. BBR Holdings (S)'s value of 10.23% is 73.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, BBR Holdings (S) ranks #641 out of 1764 companies in the Construction industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, BBR Holdings (S) has a GF Score™ of 49/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does BBR Holdings (S)'s Operating Margin % compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, BBR Holdings (S) ranks #641 out of 1764 companies for Operating Margin %. This puts BBR Holdings (S) in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Operating Margin % is 5.89. BBR Holdings (S)'s value of 10.23% is 73.7% above this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Operating Margin % for a Construction company?
The median Operating Margin % among Construction companies is 5.89, based on 1,764 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Operating Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Operating Margin % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. BBR Holdings (S)'s current Operating Margin % of 10.23% is 73.7% 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 Operating Margin % mean?
A high Operating Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Operating margin is the ratio of total operating income to net sales. View historical data on BBR Holdings (S) and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median Operating Margin % is 5.89 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. BBR Holdings (S)'s current Operating Margin % is 10.23%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is BBR Holdings (S) stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BBR Holdings (S) (SGX:KJ5) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is S$0.15, compared to a current price of S$0.20 — trading 30% above its estimated fair value. The current Operating Margin % is 10.23% and 73.7% above the Construction industry median of 5.89. BBR Holdings (S)'s overall GF Score™ is 49/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Operating Margin % calculated?
Operating Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For BBR Holdings (S) (SGX:KJ5), the current Operating Margin % is 10.23% as of Dec. 2025. 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 BBR Holdings (S) (SGX:KJ5) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BBR Holdings (S) stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of S$0.20 is trading 30% above its estimated GF Value™ of S$0.15.
GuruFocus considers BBR Holdings (S) to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for SGX:KJ5:
Operating Margin %: 10.23%
GF Value™: S$0.15 vs. price of S$0.20 (30% above fair value)
Industry Position: 73.7% above the Construction median (#641 of 1764)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SGX:KJ5 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
BBR Holdings (S) Ltd is a Singapore-based company that operates in Five segments. Its General Construction segment offers designing and building services, civil and structural engineering services, and restoration services. The Specialized Engineering segment is involved in activities such as piling and foundation systems, post-tensioning, stay cable systems, and maintenance repair. The Property Development and Investment segment focuses on developing residential and commercial properties. The Green Technology segment involves system integration and distribution of renewable energy, as well as the lease of solar panels and Accommodation Solutions segment. The company generates its revenue from the Specialized Engineering segment and operates in Singapore, Malaysia, and other countries.
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