Libstar Holdings (JSE:LBR) Other Operating Expense: R833 Mil (TTM As of Dec. 2025)


JSE:LBR Libstar Holdings Ltd JSE:LBR
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GF Value R4.23
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Libstar Holdings Other Operating Expense?

Libstar Holdings JSE:LBR +0.95% 77 Other Operating Expense is R833 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates JSE:LBR with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of R4.23 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Libstar Holdings's Other Operating Expense for the six months ended in Dec. 2025 was R406 Mil. Its Other Operating Expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R833 Mil.

Libstar Holdings's quarterly Other Operating Expense increased from Dec. 2024 (R346 Mil) to Jun. 2025 (R427 Mil) but then declined from Jun. 2025 (R427 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (R406 Mil).

Libstar Holdings's annual Other Operating Expense increased from Dec. 2023 (R756 Mil) to Dec. 2024 (R763 Mil) and increased from Dec. 2024 (R763 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (R833 Mil).

Libstar Holdings Other Operating Expense Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Libstar Holdings's Other Operating 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.

Libstar Holdings Other Operating Expense Chart

Libstar Holdings Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Other Operating Expense
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Libstar Holdings Semi-Annual Data
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Libstar Holdings Other Operating Expense Calculation

GuruFocus uses a standardized financial statement format for all companies. For non-financial companies, GuruFocus lists Selling, General, & Admin. Expense, , Research & Development, and Other Operating Expense under the "Total Operating Expense" section.

Other Operating Expense sometimes includes:
Restructuring, and merger
Acquisition related and other
Litigation settlement charge
Other (too numerous to list)

Some companies can and do choose to report each of these items separately. Yet, there are a variety of Other Operating Expense which are simply too numerous to list.

Other Operating Expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the semi-annually data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was R833 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.

What does a Other Operating Expense of R833 Mil mean?
Libstar Holdings (JSE:LBR) has a Other Operating Expense of R833 Mil as of Dec. 2025. Other operating expenses that a company records on its income statement. View historical data on Libstar Holdings and its competitors.
Is Libstar Holdings' Other Operating Expense too high?
Libstar Holdings' current Other Operating Expense is R833 Mil. Overall, Libstar Holdings has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Libstar Holdings' Other Operating Expense compare to KHC and GIS?
Libstar Holdings' Other Operating Expense of R833 Mil can be compared against companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Other Operating Expense for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good Other Operating Expense depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods industry context. However, Other Operating 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 Other Operating Expense mean?
A high Other Operating Expense can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Other operating expenses that a company records on its income statement. View historical data on Libstar Holdings and its competitors. Libstar Holdings's current Other Operating Expense is R833 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Libstar Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Libstar Holdings (JSE:LBR) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is R4.23, compared to a current price of R4.24 — trading 0.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Other Operating Expense is R833 Mil. Libstar Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 77/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Other Operating Expense calculated?
Other Operating Expense is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Libstar Holdings (JSE:LBR), the current Other Operating Expense is R833 Mil 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 Libstar Holdings (JSE:LBR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Libstar Holdings stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of R4.24 is trading 0.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of R4.23. GuruFocus considers Libstar Holdings to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for JSE:LBR:

  • Other Operating Expense: R833 Mil
  • GF Value™: R4.23 vs. price of R4.24 (0.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100 with 4 warning signs

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

Libstar Holdings Business Description

Address 43 Bloulelie Crescent, 1st Floor, Libstar House, Plattekloof, Cape Town, WC, ZAF, 7500
Libstar Holdings Ltd is a manufacturer, distributor, and marketer of branded and private-label consumer packaged goods. Its portfolio comprises: Perishable Products, such as dairy, meat, fresh mushrooms, and convenience meals; Ambient Products that include dry and wet condiments, meal ingredients, baked goods, snacks, and spreads; and Household and Personal Care products. Products are sold in South Africa and globally across four channels (Retail and wholesale, Food service, Exports, and Industrial and contract manufacturing). The company's operating segment includes Perishable Products, Ambient Products, and Household and Personal Care Products. It generates maximum revenue from the Ambient Products. The company's manufacturing facilities are situated in South Africa.
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