Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC (KUW:SPEC) Other Operating Expense: KWD1.58 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)

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KUW:SPEC Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC KUW:SPEC
53 GF Score
Price KWD0.27
GF Value KWD0.20
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC Other Operating Expense?

Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC KUW:SPEC -1.45% 53 Other Operating Expense is KWD1.58 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates KUW:SPEC with a GF Score™ of 53/100 and a GF Value™ of KWD0.20 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC's Other Operating Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was KWD0.36 Mil. Its Other Operating Expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was KWD1.58 Mil.

Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC's quarterly Other Operating Expense increased from Sep. 2025 (KWD0.27 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (KWD0.66 Mil) but then declined from Dec. 2025 (KWD0.66 Mil) to Mar. 2026 (KWD0.36 Mil).

Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC's annual Other Operating Expense increased from Dec. 2023 (KWD0.86 Mil) to Dec. 2024 (KWD1.76 Mil) but then declined from Dec. 2024 (KWD1.76 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (KWD1.50 Mil).

Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC Other Operating Expense Related Terms

Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC Other Operating Expense Historical Data

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Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC Annual Data
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Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC Quarterly Data
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Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC 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 Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was KWD1.58 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 KWD1.58 Mil mean?
Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC (KUW:SPEC) has a Other Operating Expense of KWD1.58 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Other operating expenses that a company records on its income statement. View historical data on Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC and its competitors.
Is Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC's Other Operating Expense too high?
Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC's current Other Operating Expense is KWD1.58 Mil. Overall, Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC has a GF Score™ of 53/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC's Other Operating Expense compare to HON and MMM?
Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC's Other Operating Expense of KWD1.58 Mil can be compared against companies in the Conglomerates 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 Conglomerates company?
A good Other Operating Expense depends on the Conglomerates 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 Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC and its competitors. Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC's current Other Operating Expense is KWD1.58 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC (KUW:SPEC) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is KWD0.20, compared to a current price of KWD0.27 — trading 35.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Other Operating Expense is KWD1.58 Mil. Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC's overall GF Score™ is 53/100 with 5 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 Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC (KUW:SPEC), the current Other Operating Expense is KWD1.58 Mil 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 Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC (KUW:SPEC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of KWD0.27 is trading 35.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of KWD0.20. GuruFocus considers Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for KUW:SPEC:

  • Other Operating Expense: KWD1.58 Mil
  • GF Value™: KWD0.20 vs. price of KWD0.27 (35.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 53/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC Business Description

Address Amghara Industrial Area, P.O. Box 23595, Block 4, Plot 173, Safat, Kuwait, KWT, 13096
Specialities Group Holding Co KSCC is a diversified company operating various businesses. It is engaged in manufacturing and importing special construction chemicals and waterproofing systems with all necessary support and services. It is also involved in trading, manufacturing of construction materials and chemicals, and providing contracting and construction services. Additionally, the company has diversified its investments in the real estate and energy sectors through its subsidiaries. The Group generates maximum revenue from its general trading, marine, contracting, and construction activities, followed by its Oil and gas and Real estate activities. Geographically, it generates maximum revenue from Kuwait and also has its presence in other Gulf countries.
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